Ottumwa to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1197.8 miles 1927.7 km · straight line
1424.9 miles actual route 2293.1 km · driving distance
26h 43min estimated drive time
$137 - $169 estimated fuel cost
~2h 55min flight time
250° WSW bearing direction

How far is Ottumwa from Phoenix?

The distance from Ottumwa to Phoenix is 1197.8 miles (1927.7 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located WSW of Ottumwa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1424.9 miles, taking about 26h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 55min. Both are located in United States — Ottumwa in Iowa and Phoenix in Arizona.

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 Phoenix. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ottumwa to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26h 43min $137 - $169 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 4min $114–$214* Budget
Train ~34h 44min $171–$499* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ottumwa & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Ottumwa
41.02°N, 92.41°W
America/Chicago
205m elevation
Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 399 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 100 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM