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  • Departure time: 28 May at
    Departure city: Ottumwa
    Departure location: Ottumwa
    Arrival time: 28 May at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Ottumwa
    Departure location: Ottumwa
    Arrival time: 8 August at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 August at
    Departure city: Ottumwa
    Departure location: Ottumwa
    Arrival time: 18 August at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 September at
    Departure city: Ottumwa
    Departure location: Ottumwa
    Arrival time: 25 September at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 October at
    Departure city: Ottumwa
    Departure location: Ottumwa
    Arrival time: 3 October at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Ottumwa to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$135 - US$149Average duration10h 45m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$37 - US$130Average duration5h 32m
37kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Ottumwa to Chicago

Among 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$37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
5h 32mAverage duration
US$37Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Ottumwa to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$149
Average bus trip duration10h 45m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure09:45
Distance254 miles

Ottumwa to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Ottumwa - Chicago

  1. How far is Chicago from Ottumwa by coach?

    The journey from Ottumwa to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 253 miles (408 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Chicago from Ottumwa without flying?

    To travel from Ottumwa to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ottumwa to Chicago was searched and found on 1 Sept 2025 with a price of US$102

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Ottumwa to Chicago will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Ottumwa to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

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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