Ottumwa to Roy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ottumwa from Roy?

The distance from Ottumwa to Roy is 1019.3 miles (1640.4 km) as the crow flies. Roy is located W of Ottumwa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1223.2 miles, taking about 24h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 33min. Both are located in United States — Ottumwa in Iowa and Roy in Utah.

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 Roy. 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.