IA → UT · about 974 miles
Ottumwa to Helper train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Ottumwa to Helper. The fastest takes 25 hours 56 minutes; every train leaves at 6:57 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 25h 56m
- Leaves at
- 6:57 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Ottumwa Amtrak Station and arrives at Helper 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:57 PM | 7:53 PM +1 day | 25h 56m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:57 PM | 8:06 PM +1 day | 26h 09m | Daily from Dec 7 | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Ottumwa Where you get off in Helper The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Ottumwa
Where the train stops in Helper
- Helper Amtrak Station Map of Helper Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Helper to Ottumwa
Questions
How long is the train from Ottumwa to Helper?
The fastest direct train takes 25 hours 56 minutes.
What time is the first train from Ottumwa to Helper?
Every departure is at 6:57 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Ottumwa to Helper?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Ottumwa?
Trains to Helper leave from Ottumwa Amtrak Station.