Opening hours
Open now · closes 8:00 PM
| Monday | 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Ottumwa: 12:30 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
221 East Main StreetOttumwa, IA 52501
About Polar Xpress
Polar Xpress is an ice cream shop located at 221 East Main Street in Ottumwa, Iowa. It's part of our guide to 40 restaurants, cafes and bars in Ottumwa.
Polar Xpress is open 6 days a week, usually 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Sunday). Early risers are covered too: doors open at 12:00 AM most days.
Quick facts
- Category
- Ice Cream Shop
- Address
- 221 East Main Street, Ottumwa, IA 52501
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Sunday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 1 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for ice cream shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Polar Xpress’s weekday schedule with 35 other ice cream shops in Iowa. On a typical weekday it opens at 12:00 AM, earlier than 100% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 8:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 122 hours a week, 53 hours more than the local median of 69. 97% of ice cream shops in Iowa open on Sundays; Polar Xpress does not.
Compared with 35 other ice cream shops in Iowa that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for ice cream shops across the US
Based on 358 menus with 6,371 priced items from ice cream shops across the US, the median menu item costs $6.99, and half of all items are priced between $4.25 and $9.99.
We don’t have Polar Xpress’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what ice cream shops across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Banana Split | 28% | $9.38 |
| Strawberry | 20% | $5.00 |
| Chocolate | 15% | $4.67 |
| Vanilla | 14% | $4.85 |
| Butter Pecan | 11% | $5.55 |
| Milkshake | 10% | $8.34 |
| Hot Fudge | 9% | $4.52 |
| Banana | 9% | $4.22 |
Calculated from 358 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What ice cream shops usually offer
Across 372 ice cream shops in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 91% offer delivery
- 46% have dine-in seating
- 78% have a wheelchair-accessible entrance
- 83% are described as good for kids
- 75% accept mobile payments
Ask Polar Xpress directly to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Polar Xpress there are 8 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 15 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Pizza (4), Mexican & Tex-Mex (4), Sandwiches & Delis (2), and Burgers & Fast Food (2).
Polar Xpress is the only ice cream shop within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is Christian's Ice Cream, 1.6 mi away.
4 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mexican & Tex-MexTequila Grill< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodCanteen Lunch in the Alley0.1 mi
- PizzaBreadeaux Pizza & Champ's Chicken0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway0.6 mi
- AmericanUncle Buck's0.7 mi
What to expect at an ice cream shop
This group brings together bakeries, donut shops, ice cream parlors, frozen yogurt shops, dessert cafes, candy stores and specialty sweet shops. Bakeries usually open early and sell their best items before noon, while ice cream and dessert shops are busiest in the evening and on warm weekends.
What to order
- Croissants or morning pastries – freshest early in the day
- Donuts – classic glazed is the benchmark
- Cookies and cupcakes – easy to share or take home
- Pan dulce or Asian buns – bakery specialties from other traditions
Good to know
- Arrive early for the full selection; popular items sell out.
- Order celebration cakes several days ahead.
- Many bakeries discount day-old bread and pastries in the afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Polar Xpress's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Sunday). Monday: 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Polar Xpress open on Sunday?
No, Polar Xpress is closed on Sundays.
Where is Polar Xpress located?
Polar Xpress is located at 221 East Main Street, Ottumwa, IA 52501.
Is Polar Xpress open late?
No, Polar Xpress usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Polar Xpress?
There are 15 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Polar Xpress. Nearby options include Tequila Grill (< 0.1 mi), Canteen Lunch in the Alley (0.1 mi), and Breadeaux Pizza & Champ's Chicken (0.1 mi).
Are there other ice cream shops near Polar Xpress?
None within a mile. The closest is Christian's Ice Cream, 1.6 mi away.
How much do ice cream shops across the US cost?
Based on 358 menus with 6,371 priced items from ice cream shops across the US, the median menu item costs $6.99, and half of all items are priced between $4.25 and $9.99.
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