The cheapest and fastest trains from Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA
Cheapest price
$237
Average price
$237
Fastest journey
14 h 8 m
Average duration
14 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1074 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA will cost around $237 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $237.
Of the 1 trains that leave Denver, CO for Ottumwa, IA on Fri, Dec 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 1074 km distance in an average of 14 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 8 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 14 h 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €192. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €192, and a bus costs an average of €202.
Distance: 667 miles (1074 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€192 Average price Cheapest | €202 Average price |
13h 33m Average total duration Fastest 13h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 55m Average total duration 14h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA train times
The table below shows live departures for Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:59 PM Denver, CO | 14h08 | 9:07 AM Ottumwa, IA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA
Trains from Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $238 (€192) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 18:57, the last at 18:59. The fastest train covers the 667 miles (1074 km) distance in 14h 8m.
Distance 667 miles (1074 km) |
Average train duration 13h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $238 (€192) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 14h 8m |
First train 18:57 |
Last train 18:59 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Denver, CO and Ottumwa, IA from $238 (€192). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ottumwa, IA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Denver, CO to Ottumwa, IA
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Wynkoop Street.
- Snooze an A.M. Eatery
- Mercantile Dining & Provision
- Ultreia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1.00
- The Crawford Hotel
- The Oxford Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and RTD services
- Hall 2: dining and shopping area
- Hall 3: hotel access
- RTD Light Rail: Lines A, B, G
- Bus: Several RTD bus lines available
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