UT → IA · about 1,017 miles
Salt Lake City to Ottumwa train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Salt Lake City to Ottumwa. The fastest takes 28 hours 47 minutes; every train leaves at 3:20 AM.
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- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 28h 47m
- Leaves at
- 3:20 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Salt Lake City 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:20 AM | 9:07 AM +1 day | 28h 47m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Salt Lake City Where you get off in Ottumwa The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Salt Lake City
Where the train stops in Ottumwa
Return trip: Ottumwa to Salt Lake City
Questions
How long is the train from Salt Lake City to Ottumwa?
The fastest direct train takes 28 hours 47 minutes.
What time is the first train from Salt Lake City to Ottumwa?
Every departure is at 3:20 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Salt Lake City to Ottumwa?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Salt Lake City?
Trains to Ottumwa leave from Salt Lake City Amtrak station.