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

Who it's for

OATS Transit serves Ralls 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. Ralls County service is InterCity only: Highway 54 & 61 from Louisiana to Quincy, IL on the 2nd & 4th Thursday, and St. Louis on Wednesdays and Fridays (travel into St. Louis on I-70 or I-64 as far east as Grand Street; destinations within five miles of the highway; appointments 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; $10.00 round trip plus $1.00 per en route stop). Pickup point: New London, Jct 61 & 1st Street at Abel's Quick Stop. 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; call ahead to book, 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) — Ralls. 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