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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Naperville to Ottumwa per day. The average train journey from Naperville to Ottumwa takes 5 hours and 10 minutes, but some Amtrak California Zephyr train trips are as short as 4 hours and 23 minutes.
Distance | 226 mi (364 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 23m |
Lowest price | €24.02 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak California Zephyr |
Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Naperville to Ottumwa?
In the last month, €24.02 was the average price of a train ticket from Naperville to Ottumwa. This is about as inexpensive as train tickets ever get. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 14 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around €199.52 more than that for a same-day booking.
Monthly average prices
Ticket prices for the train from Naperville to Ottumwa often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in September when the average ticket price is only €28,
If you're thinking of traveling from Naperville to Ottumwa during June, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of €125 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in June, is to book your trip well in advance.
Which train should you take from Naperville to Ottumwa?
2 train services operate from Naperville to Ottumwa. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 10h 42m | €32.33 |
Amtrak California Zephyr | 1 | 4h 23m | €85.38 |
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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Naperville to Ottumwa every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €32.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Naperville and Ottumwa is approximately 226 miles, or 364 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 10 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 23 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Naperville to Ottumwa. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Naperville at 08:00 and arrives in Ottumwa around 4 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Ottumwa with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ottumwa to Naperville.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Naperville?
Main departure station: 105 E Fourth Ave
There is one train station in Naperville.
All train stations in Naperville:
105 E Fourth Ave
Where is the train station in Ottumwa?
Main arrival station: 210 W Main St
Ottumwa has one train station.
Train stations in Ottumwa:
210 W Main St
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