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How to get to Ottumwa by train
Routes | 6 |
Trips per day | 6 |
train lines | 2 |
Stations | 1 |
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What train companies travel to Ottumwa, Iowa?
Located in Iowa, Ottumwa is accessible by train from 6 other cities. You can choose from 6 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Ottumwa on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Ottumwa are also available..
Train companies serving Ottumwa
Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 65 | 1d 6h 21m | CHF 238.85 |
Amtrak California Zephyr | 17 | 16h 32m | CHF 79.21 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
Amtrak’s California Zephyr travels over 2,400 miles to connect Chicago to the San Francisco area. The full journey takes over 50 hours, so many passengers upgrade to a sleeper cabin for added privacy and comfort. The Zephyr is one of Amtrak’s most scenic routes, and the sightseer lounge’s panoramic windows offer the best views of the Rockies, the Sierra Nevadas, and the Great Salt Lake along the route.
Which train service has the best service to Ottumwa?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Ottumwa by train with Amtrak California Zephyr giving them a 4 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak California Zephyr had the most comfortable train service to Ottumwa taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak California Zephyr offers. They rate Amtrak California Zephyr a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Ottumwa punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak California Zephyr has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Ottumwa, rating them a 3.8 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Ottumwa is 210 W Main St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Ottumwa.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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St Louis | 11h 26m | CHF 74.20 |
Denver | 13h 8m | CHF 94.47 |
Kansas City | 11h 29m | CHF 85.39 |
Naperville | 4h 23m | CHF 41.97 |
Galesburg | 2h 14m | CHF 21.80 |
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