There are
1,814 mi
from Elk Grove, CA to Ottumwa, IA
That's the driving distance. It would take 1 day 6 hours to go from Elk Grove, California to Ottumwa, Iowa.
The flight distance (direct flight from Elk Grove, CA to Ottumwa, IA) is 1,542.80 mi.
1,814 mi = 1.61 kms