There are
1,734 mi
from Upland, CA to Ottumwa, IA
That's the driving distance. It would take 1 day 6 hours to go from Upland, California to Ottumwa, Iowa.
The flight distance (direct flight from Upland, CA to Ottumwa, IA) is 1,456.60 mi.
1,734 mi = 2,791.32 kms