Denver to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

667.4 miles 1074 km · straight line
762 miles actual route 1226.3 km · driving distance
13h 23min estimated drive time
$73 - $90 estimated fuel cost
~1h 51min flight time
78° ENE bearing direction

How far is Denver from Ottumwa?

The distance from Denver to Ottumwa is 667.4 miles (1074 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located ENE of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 762 miles, taking about 13h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 51min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Ottumwa in Iowa.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Denver and Ottumwa. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Denver to Ottumwa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 23min $73 - $90 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 4min $61–$114* Budget
Train ~17h 24min $91–$267* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Ottumwa

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Ottumwa
41.02°N, 92.41°W
America/Chicago
205m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 222 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 56 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM