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Ottumwa - Indianapolis Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Ottumwa to Indianapolis. Traveling by bus from Ottumwa to Indianapolis usually takes around 8 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance340 mi (547 km)
Shortest duration8h 0m
Cheapest priceRON 459.06
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceBurlington Trailways
Bus lines1

How much is a bus ticket from Ottumwa to Indianapolis?

RON 459.06 is the average price of a bus ticket from Ottumwa to Indianapolis. Bus tickets on this route can be more expensive due to the length of the trip. However, taking the bus can still be a good alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

RON 459RON 367RON 275RON 184RON 92AMJJASONDJFM
Traveling from Ottumwa to Indianapolis by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for that route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around RON 422 whenever you decide to travel.

What bus companies travel from Ottumwa to Indianapolis?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ottumwa to Indianapolis. Burlington Trailways is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Burlington Trailways18h 0mRON 527.92
  • Book Burlington Trailways from Ottumwa to Indianapolis from RON 459. There are 1 Burlington Trailways schedules from Ottumwa to Indianapolis and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Indianapolis. In Ottumwa, Burlington Trailways departs to Indianapolis from W 2nd St & N Market St and no other station. In Indianapolis, Burlington Trailways arrives at 350 S Illinois St and no other station.

    An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Ottumwa to Indianapolis takes 8 hours and 0 minutes .

    On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Indianapolis.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 8 hours to cover the 547 kilometers from Ottumwa to Indianapolis. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

There is usually only one bus per day from Ottumwa to Indianapolis. It leaves the station in Ottumwa at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Ottumwa to Indianapolis. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Ottumwa to Indianapolis; ticket prices start at RON 459.06.

City Information

Indianapolis

Indianapolis, or often referred to as just Indy, is the capital and largest city in the state of Indiana. While the city attracts thousands of visitors from the area every month, it is during Memorial Day weekend that Indianapolis becomes the place to be for over 300,000 race car fans from all over the globe. The reason for that is the Indianapolis 500, an annual automobile race and the world’s largest single day sporting event, taking place at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

If you’re not in Indianapolis for Memorial Day weekend, you can learn about the race and see a rare collection of 500 Indy race vehicles and memorabilia at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. And while you’re on a history streak, stop by at one of the many war memorials found throughout the city, like the Soldiers and Sailors monument, the World War II memorial, and the Indiana War Memorial where you must check out the Shrine Room for a stunning one-of-a-kind experience.

Over the past few years, Indianapolis has also been cultivating a vibrant restaurant scene, offering classic American dishes made with ingredients from local farmers, and a growing selection of international cuisine. If you’re a beer fan, you will be happy to know that Indianapolis has some of the highest quality breweries in the U.S.

Located in the heart of America’s Midwest, Indianapolis offers easy connections by bus and train to other Midwestern hubs like Chicago, Louisville, and Cincinnati, while the conveniently located airport connects Indy with the rest of the world.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Ottumwa?

Main departure station: W 2nd St & N Market St

Most buses depart from the main station in Ottumwa.

All bus stations in Ottumwa:

  • W 2nd St & N Market St

Where does the bus arrive in Indianapolis?

Indianapolis, IN - Indianapolis Union Station (350 S Illinois St) - INDAMT-0

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Main arrival station: 350 S Illinois St

Union Station at 350 S Illinois St in Indianapolis is a major train and bus station which serves the Amtrak Cardinal, and bus carriers including Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, Miller Transportation, and Burlington Trailways. The modern station is located directly south of the historic 1888 Union Station, which now houses a hotel, several restaurants, and a wedding venue. Union Station is in the Wholesale District of downtown Indianapolis, within walking distance to eateries and hotels. There is even an underground, climate-controlled walkway from the station to the nearby Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, home to the Indianapolis Colts.

Bus stations in Indianapolis:

  • 350 S Illinois St

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