How to apply for Public Demand-Response Rides (OATS Transit) — Knox in Missouri

Who it's for

OATS Transit serves Knox County. OATS Transit is a shared-ride, demand-response public transportation service covering 87 rural Missouri counties. Reservations are taken 7:00 am to 4:00 pm (next-day service must be requested by 1:00 pm). Fares are paid in advance from a rider account: add funds by credit or debit card ($10.00 minimum when adding funds by phone), or mail a personal check, money order, or cashier's check to the OATS Transit office. Drivers do not accept payment on the bus. Knox County routes: Quincy, IL on the 3rd Thursday each month ($10.00 round trip or $5 one-way for long-distance travel); InterCity service from Edina to Kirksville on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday ($10.00 round trip, appointments 10am-2pm), with pickup points at Baring (lot across from IDK Restaurant), Edina (Sunoco) and La Belle (Casey's). OATS Transit is open to riders of any age — the page for this county states it is 'available to anyone regardless of age, income, disability, race, gender, religion, or national origin'. Fares are listed above, but riders age 60 and older — and riders with disabilities — who travel under the Area Agency on Aging contract do not pay a set fare. They are asked to contribute what they can instead. Ask about the AAA contract when you book. Call ahead, as rides are scheduled in advance. Call 660-415-0901 or 800-654-6287 for schedules, fares, or to book a ride.

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Public Demand-Response Rides (OATS Transit) — Knox. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

per trip / fare card renewal