NE → IA · about 184 miles

Omaha to Ottumwa train schedule

Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Omaha to Ottumwa. The fastest takes 3 hours 57 minutes; every train leaves at 5:10 AM.

Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least

Trains a week
7
Fastest trip
3h 57m
Leaves at
5:10 AM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Omaha 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.

Direct trains from Omaha, NE to Ottumwa, IA
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
5:10 AM9:07 AM3h 57mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Omaha Where you get off in Ottumwa The route of the busiest trip

Return trip: Ottumwa to Omaha

Questions

How long is the train from Omaha to Ottumwa?

The fastest direct train takes 3 hours 57 minutes.

What time is the first train from Omaha to Ottumwa?

Every departure is at 5:10 AM (Daily).

Which rail companies go from Omaha to Ottumwa?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Omaha?

Trains to Ottumwa leave from Omaha Amtrak Station.