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RAPID > At-A-Glance

Find media assets, and a general overview of EMBARK's family of services.

Bus > Bike & Ride

Cycling is a great way to stay fit, and help you get to and from you first and last mile destinations.

Bus > Night Service

Your day doesn't end at 7 pm, and ours doesn't either. Five bus routes operate at night and run hourly, Monday – Friday from 7 p.m. to midnight. To maximize connectivity, routes connect at the Downtown Transit Center, and the Reno Mini-Hub (routes 011 and 23N).

Bus > Ride Guide

EMBARK buses serve much of the Oklahoma City metro area. Each route’s hours of operation vary, but many popular routes run about every 30 minutes during the weekday and every 60 minutes on Saturday and Sunday.

Bus > Rules for Riding

Simply put, be a kind rider.

Bus > Reduced Fare

Reduced Fare is available senior adults age 65 or older, persons on Medicare, and persons with a qualifying disability.

Bus > System Map

The EMBARK system map shows the routes of weekday and weekend bus routes. The map also shows some of Norman's streets, parks, schools, libraries, and points of interest.

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System Map, Map

Bus > Safety & Security

Whether you’re following your regular commute route or on your way to a movie or meet up with friends, public transit is a key part of your day and no one can spot something suspicious or out of place better than you.

Bus > Holiday Service Schedules

EMBARK would like to wish all riders a safe and happy holiday season! Please make note of the service schedule for the upcoming holidays.

Bus > Winter Weather Detours

Conditions can change quickly. If there is a significant accumulation of snow, ice or freezing rain, some bus routes will be put on detour and others may be canceled. It is possible that buses won't be able to serve parts of a route, if they become too dangerous to drive on. Before you leave, get the latest updates on delays and cancelations.

Bus > Transit Center

We call it the Transit Center because it is the heart and hub of Central Oklahoma transit and where to go to learn how to use public transportation.

Bus > Haul Pass Program - The Freedom to Explore

The Haul Pass Program provides free public transportation for central Oklahoma youth and free eco-friendly transportation for school-organized field trips.

Bus > Contact Us

Essential public transportation is our passion and our business. We aim to provide our customers with our best customer experience everyday — at every stop and on every bus you ride with us. Contact us anytime, for any reason. We look forward to hearing from you.

RAPID > Fares & Passes

Taking transit is easy, convenient, and affordable.

Norman > About Us

EMBARK serves the City of Norman with six scheduled fixed-route bus routes and ADA paratransit services.

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About, Norman

Norman > Safety & Security

Whether you’re following your regular commute route or on your way to a movie or meet up with friends, public transit is a key part of your day and no one can spot something suspicious or out of place better than you.

Norman > Rules for Riding

Simply put, be a kind rider.

Norman > System Map

The EMBARK Norman system map shows the routes of weekday and weekend bus routes. The map also shows some of Norman's streets, parks, schools, libraries, and points of interest.

Dec 04, 2024

RAPID > Officials Commemorate 1st Anniversary of RAPID NW with plaque unveiling

Celebration continues with Universal Pass giveaway and half-price pass sale

Nov 19, 2024

RAPID > RAPID is one!

EMBARK Celebrates RAPID NW’s First Anniversary and invites the community to join in the festivities – including a transit pass drawing!

Nov 18, 2024

RAPID > Celebrate the Holiday Season with EMBARK Half-Price Transit Pass Sale, December 2 – 8

Savings available on daily, weekly, monthly, and annual fixed-route bus, RAPID NW, and OKC Streetcar passes.

Nov 06, 2024

RAPID > EMBARK Hosts Free Health Fair at Downtown Transit Center on November 14

Free Vaccinations, Blood Pressure Checks, Dental Products, and More Available

Oct 04, 2024

RAPID > Fall 2024 Service Changes

Fall 2024 service updates will become effective for OKC and Norman bus service on Sunday, October 27, and are intended to make service more frequent, reliable, and safe and result from operator and customer feedback.

Jul 10, 2024

RAPID > RAPID Northwest Achieves Quarter Million Rider Milestone

RAPID NW reached its quarter million rider milestone (July 10, 2024) since service began on December 4, 2023.

Jun 26, 2024

RAPID > EMBARK Transit Passes Half the Price from July 1 – 8

This limited-time offer includes daily, monthly, and annual transit passes valid on bus, RAPID and OKC Streetcar.

Nov 24, 2023

RAPID > EMBARK Transit Passes Half the Price

EMBARK is offering the public a half-price sale on its transit passes from Dec 1-9. This sale includes daily, monthly, and annual transit passes for fixed-route bus, RAPID NW, OKC Streetcar, and Spokies bike share.

Sep 13, 2023

RAPID > EMBARK offers Oklahoma State Fair express bus route

EMBARK will offer a special transportation service on weekends during the 2023 Oklahoma State Fair to connect downtown Oklahoma City with the state fairgrounds.

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Events, Charter

Jul 25, 2023

RAPID > EMBARK ​​Awarded $10 Million in Federal Grants for New Buses, Transit Facility Design Work

New CNG Buses Will Replace Last Remaining Diesel Fixed-route Vehicles; Facility Design and Planning Work Will Support Expansion of Central Oklahoma’s Transit System

Jun 06, 2023

RAPID > EMBARK Offering Express Bus Service During Women’s College World Series in June

Transit Service Offers Non-Stop Travel from Downtown to USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex Every 30 Minutes

Mar 03, 2023

RAPID > EMBARK Proposes Plan to Implement OKC Moves Bus Service Changes

EMBARK is seeking input from the public on the proposed OKC Moves service changes, which include modifications to Oklahoma City bus routes planned to go into effect this fall if approved by the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) Board.

Sep 13, 2022

RAPID > EMBARK Offers Weekend Bus Service to Oklahoma State Fair

Fairgoers who live or are staying in downtown can easily park and ride from the Oklahoma City Convention Center or connect with the weekend fair service via bus or streetcar at EMBARK’s downtown Transit Center.

Jun 09, 2022

RAPID > EMBARK Honored with Multiple Awards by Oklahoma Transit Association

EMBARK’s CLIMB Ride Program Wins Innovation Award

Jan 31, 2022

RAPID > EMBARK Celebrates Rosa Parks Day

Feb. 4 Marks Civil Rights Heroine’s Birthday, Transit Equity Day 

Oct 25, 2021

RAPID > EMBARK Hosts Free Health Fair at the Downtown Transit Center, October 26

EMBARK is teaming up with community organizations to provide free vaccines and health services to the public.

Sep 24, 2021

RAPID > EMBARK Bus and OKC Streetcar Passes Half-Price from December 1-9

EMBARK is offering a half-price sale on all OKC bus and streetcar passes from December 1-9.

Jul 15, 2021

RAPID > Summer 2021 Service Changes

These service updates will become effective for OKC and Norman bus service and are intended to make service more frequent, reliable, and safe and result from operator and customer feedback.

Feb 13, 2021

RAPID > EMBARK Updates Bus Service for Winter Weather Preparation

With two winter storms approaching Central Oklahoma, EMBARK will implement winter weather service plans in Oklahoma City and Norman, keeping the safety of its employees and customers their top priority.

Aug 18, 2020

RAPID > EMBARK Updates COVID-19 Service Rules

EMBARK continues to adjust our response as new information and guidance are made available from local and national health officials. The following updates will be effective Sunday, August 23.

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COVID, Wellness

Aug 12, 2020

RAPID > All the EMBARK Buses and OKC Streetcar for Half the Price

EMBARK is offering a half-price sale on all OKC bus and streetcar passes from December 1-9.

Mar 30, 2020

RAPID > EMBARK Announces Temporary Transit Service Plan

Modified Schedule Starts April 5 to Preserve Access to Essential Services

Jan 30, 2020

RAPID > Hamon Offer Downtown Bus Ride-A-Long

EMBARK and Ward 6 Councilwoman JoBeth Hamon are offering a free Bus Ride-A-Long on Sunday, Feb. 2.

Dec 03, 2019

RAPID > Oklahoma City Streetcar Celebrates First Anniversary

EMBARK Plans OKC Streetcar Celebration Activities During December

Feb 26, 2019

RAPID > EMBARK Everyday - Seven Day Bus Service Launches

On January 27, residents began moving around the city on a Sunday by bus. EMBARK and Oklahoma City officials celebrated the launch of the long-awaited seven-day service on the first day of Sunday service at Oklahoma City’s Downtown Transit Center.

Aug 17, 2017

RAPID > Downtown Discovery Adds Fare

Downtown Discovery has operated since 2011 at no cost to customers. Incorporating a small fare now helps offset the cost to operate the service.

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DOKC, Fare

Jun 09, 2016

RAPID > Budget Reductions to Impact EMBARK

Due to budgetary reductions resulting from a decline in municipal sales tax revenue, the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) is proposing to eliminate a contracted transportation service known as LINK.

Nov 16, 2015

RAPID > EMBARK Announces Service Improvements: SW 29 to Receive 30-Minute Weekday Service

Research and our local experience has shown increased frequency leads to increases in ridership.

Jun 19, 2015

RAPID > Transit System Revs Up Improvements

The City of Oklahoma City 2015-16 fiscal year budget was approved Tuesday by the City Council and includes $29.5 million for public transit, including an additional $250,000 for system improvements.

Oct 27, 2014

RAPID > Community Health Fair at Transit Center

With more than 10,000 people using EMBARK buses every day, we thought this would be a great opportunity to help reach a large segment of the population.

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