Ottumwa to Poplar Bluff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ottumwa from Poplar Bluff?

The distance from Ottumwa to Poplar Bluff is 313.9 miles (505.1 km) as the crow flies. Poplar Bluff is located SSE of Ottumwa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 376.6 miles, taking about 7h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Ottumwa in Iowa and Poplar Bluff in Missouri.

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 Ottumwa and Poplar Bluff. 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.