Kearney to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kearney from Ottumwa?

The distance from Kearney to Ottumwa is 349.1 miles (561.9 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located E of Kearney. By car, the driving distance is approximately 419 miles, taking about 8h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Kearney 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 Kearney 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.