Bus Tickets from Indianapolis to Ottumwa

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Next departures to Ottumwa

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Ottumwa
    Destination location: Ottumwa Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Ottumwa
    Destination location: Ottumwa Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Ottumwa

Bus
Average PriceUS$149 - US$149Average Duration9h 45m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$154 - US$154Average Duration13h 57m
50kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Indianapolis to Ottumwa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Ottumwa. The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
9h 45mAverage Duration
US$149Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Indianapolis to Ottumwa: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$149
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 45m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure7:10am
Distance547 km

Indianapolis to Ottumwa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Indianapolis - Ottumwa

  1. How long does it take to get to Ottumwa from Indianapolis by bus?

    The bus ride from Indianapolis to Ottumwa takes 9h 45m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Ottumwa in about 9h 45m.

  2. What is the distance between Indianapolis and Ottumwa?

    Indianapolis and Ottumwa are 548 km (340 miles) apart.

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Ottumwa?

    The least expensive way to go from Indianapolis to Ottumwa would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$149, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much is the bus from Indianapolis to Ottumwa?

    The bus from Indianapolis to Ottumwa will cost you US$149, on average.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Ottumwa was searched and found on Jun 18, 2025 with a price of US$109

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Ottumwa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$109 to US$383 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Ottumwa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$109 which is on 2025-06-18.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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