Lafayette, Indiana to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lafayette, Indiana from Ottumwa?

The distance from Lafayette, Indiana to Ottumwa is 292.9 miles (471.3 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located W of Lafayette, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 366 miles, taking about 7h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Indiana in Indiana 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lafayette, Indiana 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.