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Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: July 17 atDeparture city: OttumwaDeparture location: OttumwaArrival time: July 17 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: ChicagoOperated by: Burlington TrailwaysVehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Ottumwa to ChicagoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Ottumwa to Chicago: Trip Overview
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Based on 19 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Burlington Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at US$135
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Ottumwa - Chicago
What is the travel distance from Ottumwa to Chicago?
The distance between Ottumwa and Chicago is approximately 408 km (253 miles).
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The cheapest trip from Ottumwa to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 17, 2025 with a price of US$102To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottumwa to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$102 to US$142 for a bus ticket from Ottumwa to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$102 which is on 2025-07-17.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Ottumwa and Chicago!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Ottumwa to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Ottumwa to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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