Ottumwa to Sherman: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ottumwa from Sherman?

The distance from Ottumwa to Sherman is 559.7 miles (900.8 km) as the crow flies. Sherman is located SSW of Ottumwa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 671.7 miles, taking about 13h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Ottumwa in Iowa and Sherman in Texas.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ottumwa and Sherman. 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.