NE → IA · about 222 miles
Lincoln to Ottumwa train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Lincoln to Ottumwa. The fastest takes 5 hours 40 minutes; every train leaves at 3:27 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 5h 40m
- Leaves at
- 3:27 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Lincoln Amtrak Station and arrives at Ottumwa Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:27 AM | 9:07 AM | 5h 40m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Lincoln Where you get off in Ottumwa The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Lincoln
Where the train stops in Ottumwa
Return trip: Ottumwa to Lincoln
Questions
How long is the train from Lincoln to Ottumwa?
The fastest direct train takes 5 hours 40 minutes.
What time is the first train from Lincoln to Ottumwa?
Every departure is at 3:27 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Lincoln to Ottumwa?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Lincoln?
Trains to Ottumwa leave from Lincoln Amtrak Station.