Grand Island to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Grand Island from Ottumwa?

The distance from Grand Island to Ottumwa is 309.4 miles (497.9 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located E of Grand Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 386.7 miles, taking about 7h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Grand Island in Nebraska 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 Grand Island 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.