Nixa to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278.8 miles 448.7 km · straight line
348.5 miles estimated 560.9 km · driving distance
7h 1min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
10° N bearing direction

How far is Nixa from Ottumwa?

The distance from Nixa to Ottumwa is 278.8 miles (448.7 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located N of Nixa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348.5 miles, taking about 7h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Nixa 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Nixa 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.

How to Get from Nixa to Ottumwa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 1min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 25min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 40min $42–$122* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Nixa & Ottumwa

Quick Facts

Nixa
37.04°N, 93.29°W
America/Chicago
395m elevation
Ottumwa
41.02°N, 92.41°W
America/Chicago
205m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients