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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Kearney to Ottumwa. Traveling by bus from Kearney to Ottumwa usually takes around 8 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 349 mi (562 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 0m |
| Cheapest price | €101.96 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Kearney to Ottumwa?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Kearney to Ottumwa. 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Trailways | 1 | 8h 0m | €118.90 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Kearney to Ottumwa from €102. Typically there is one Burlington Trailways schedule per day from Kearney to Ottumwa and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Ottumwa. In Kearney, Burlington Trailways departs to Ottumwa from 112 W Talmadge Rd . In Ottumwa, Burlington Trailways arrives at W 2nd St & N Market St .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Kearney to Ottumwa takes 8 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Ottumwa.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 8 hours to cover the 562 kilometers from Kearney to Ottumwa. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Kearney to Ottumwa. It leaves the station in Kearney at 01:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Kearney?
Main departure station: 112 W Talmadge Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Kearney.
All bus stations in Kearney:
112 W Talmadge Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Ottumwa?
Main arrival station: W 2nd St & N Market St
All buses from Kearney arrive at one main station in Ottumwa.
Bus stations in Ottumwa:
W 2nd St & N Market St
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