Mitchell to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mitchell from Ottumwa?

The distance from Mitchell to Ottumwa is 341.6 miles (549.8 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located ESE of Mitchell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 410 miles, taking about 8h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Mitchell in South Dakota 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 Mitchell 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.