Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Ottumwa Station | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ottumwa Station | South Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ottumwa Station | Boston Route 128, MA | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Ottumwa Station | South Station (Train Terminal) | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Ottumwa Station | Boston Route 128, MA | No tags |
Get from Ottumwa to Boston
The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 7 342, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 4 245
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottumwa to Boston, MA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Ottumwa to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottumwa to Boston start from R 7 342. The average price for this train route is around R 8 576. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ottumwa to Boston?
The average train journey time from Ottumwa to Boston is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1769 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Ottumwa to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottumwa to Boston?
The earliest train from Ottumwa to Boston departs at 09:07. And the latest train departs at 09:07.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottumwa to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 033To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottumwa to Boston, MA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 5 033 to R 19 939 for a train ticket from Ottumwa to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 033, which is on 2025-12-12.
