Ottumwa to Pendleton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ottumwa from Pendleton?

The distance from Ottumwa to Pendleton is 1357.1 miles (2184 km) as the crow flies. Pendleton is located WNW of Ottumwa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1628.5 miles, taking about 32h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 14min. Both are located in United States — Ottumwa in Iowa and Pendleton in Oregon.

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. 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. 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 Ottumwa and Pendleton. 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.