Missoula to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Missoula from Ottumwa?

The distance from Missoula to Ottumwa is 1143 miles (1839.5 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located ESE of Missoula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1371.6 miles, taking about 27h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 48min. Both are located in United States — Missoula in Montana 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Missoula 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.