Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Ottumwa Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ottumwa Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Ottumwa Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ottumwa Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ottumwa Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags |
Get from Ottumwa to New York City
The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $221, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5608 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $221
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ottumwa to New York City by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Ottumwa to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottumwa to New York City start from $221. The average price for this train route is around $419. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ottumwa to New York City?
The average train ride duration from Ottumwa to New York City is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 959 miles (1546 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Ottumwa to New York City route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Ottumwa to New York City?
The earliest train departs from Ottumwa to New York City at 9:07am. And the latest train departs at 9:07am.
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 New York City was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $263To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottumwa to New York City, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $263 to $1,244 for a train ticket from Ottumwa to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $263 which is on 2025-12-01.
