Bella Vista to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bella Vista from Ottumwa?

The distance from Bella Vista to Ottumwa is 329.3 miles (529.9 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located NNE of Bella Vista. By car, the driving distance is approximately 395.1 miles, taking about 7h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Bella Vista in Arkansas and Ottumwa in Iowa.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bella Vista and Ottumwa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.