Kansas City to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kansas City from Ottumwa?

The distance from Kansas City to Ottumwa is 175.3 miles (282.1 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located NE of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 218.5 miles, taking about 4h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Kansas City in Missouri and Ottumwa in Iowa.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kansas City 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.