Next train departures

Next departures for Ottumwa to Chicago on April 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:07am	Ottumwa Station	12h 44m	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	9:07am	Ottumwa Station	5h 32m	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	9:07am	Ottumwa Station	5h 32m	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:07am	Ottumwa Station	12h 44m	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:07am	Ottumwa Station	12h 44m	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Ottumwa to Chicago on April 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:07am	Ottumwa Station	12h 44m	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	9:07am	Ottumwa Station	5h 32m	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	9:07am	Ottumwa Station	5h 32m	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:07am	Ottumwa Station	12h 44m	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	9:07am	Ottumwa Station	12h 44m	9:51pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:23 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Ottumwa to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

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 COP 153,897, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

5h 32mAverage Duration

410 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCOP 244,836 - COP 533,493	Average Duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCOP 153,897 - COP 487,154	Average Duration5h 32m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04-15

COP 210,970

04-16

COP 381,225

Today

COP 447,847

04-18

COP 192,464

04-19

COP 210,970

04-20

COP 144,348

04-21

COP 166,555

04-22

COP 196,165

The cheapest trip from Ottumwa to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 20, 2026 with a price of COP 144,348

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

You can expect to pay from COP 144,348 to COP 1,358,346 for a train ticket from Ottumwa to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 144,348 which is on 2026-04-20.

What's the cheapest way to go from Ottumwa to Chicago?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time11h 40m	Avg PriceCOP 252,201	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time5h 32m	Avg PriceCOP 249,647	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Ottumwa and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost COP 249,647 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from COP 153,897. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Ottumwa to Chicago in about 5h 32m —that's the fastest way to get there!