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EMBARK > Data & Insights

We aim to provide transparency and accountability for EMBARK's performance including Customer Surveys, Financial Reports, Ridership Data, and more.

EMBARK > At-A-Glance

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

EMBARK > About EMBARK

At EMBARK, we’re more than a bus company. We’re a close-knit transit family that plans, schedules, operates, promotes and maintains downtown parking and the public transportation system throughout the Oklahoma City metro area. Our people have passion to be world-class transportation that is accessible to all, and all want to access it.

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EMBARK > OKC Moves Service Changes - Effective 12/3/2023

On Sunday December 3 the OKC Moves Service changes go into effect including the merging of route three and route five and the launch of RAPID Northwest.

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 > 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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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 > Mobility Management

EMBARK partners with many community organizations to provide a wide range of transportation programs to meet the diverse needs of the community. Through these programs, qualified customers maintain independence and access community services by arranging their own transportation.

Bus > PLUS Paratransit

EMBARK's Plus paratransit service is a shared-ride public transportation and to participate you must have completed the following eligibility process.

Bus > About Us

Public transportation is our business. Rider satisfaction is our mission. We aim to provide you with our best customer experience everyday — at every stop and on every bus you ride with us.

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Bus > Express Bus Service

EMBARK operates both OKC & Norman bus service. Also, Route 024 serves as an “Express Route”, with 9 trips on service weekdays connecting the two cities!

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Norman > About Us

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

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Norman > 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.

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 > How to Ride

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

Norman > Real-Time Tools

Whether it’s down the street or around the corner, now you can see exactly where your bus is on your mobile device.

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.

Norman > Norman PLUS Paratransit

EMBARK's Plus paratransit service is a shared-ride public transportation and to participate you must have completed the following eligibility process.

Sep 16, 2024

EMBARK > The City of Oklahoma City Appoints New Director of Public Transportation and Parking Department

Craig Freeman, City Manager of Oklahoma City, has named Jesse Rush Administrator of the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) and Director of the City of Oklahoma City’s Public Transportation and Parking Department.

Jul 10, 2024

EMBARK > Summer 2024 Service Changes

Summer 2024 service updates will become effective for OKC and Norman bus service on Sunday, July 28, and are intended to make service more frequent, reliable, and safe and result from operator and customer feedback.

May 05, 2023

EMBARK > COTPA Board Approves OKC Moves Service Changes for EMBARK

New bus schedules to be implemented along with RAPID NW service this fall

Mar 03, 2023

EMBARK > 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 14, 2022

EMBARK > OKC Streetcar Achieves 1 Million Riders Milestone

The OKC Streetcar reached its 1 million rider milestone on Saturday, September 10, since service began in December 2018, according to EMBARK officials.

Aug 19, 2022

EMBARK > EMBARK Receives Federal Grant for Clean Energy and Transit Vehicles

EMBARK has been awarded nearly $6.8 million from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to purchase new buses and vans. The new additions to the fleet will be compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric vehicles (EV).

Jul 20, 2022

EMBARK > EMBARK Releases 2021 Customer Satisfaction Findings

EMBARK officials recently released findings from the 2021 Transit Rider Survey for its fixed-route bus and OKC Streetcar services.

Jun 09, 2022

EMBARK > EMBARK Honored with Multiple Awards by Oklahoma Transit Association

EMBARK’s CLIMB Ride Program Wins Innovation Award

Jul 15, 2021

EMBARK > 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

EMBARK > 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.

Dec 21, 2020

EMBARK > EMBARK Awarded Grant Funds From the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Agreement 

Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), EMBARK will receive $666,661 to replace two EMBARK Plus paratransit buses and one fixed route transit bus with new alternative-fueled vehicles. 

Aug 18, 2020

EMBARK > 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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Jul 21, 2020

EMBARK > Summer Service Changes on the Horizon for EMBARK

EMBARK is preparing for system changes to focus on the preservation of essential transit services throughout FY 2021.

Jun 11, 2020

EMBARK > Low Emission Vehicle Program Funds New Electric Bus for Oklahoma City

Low Emission Vehicle Program Funds New Electric Bus for Oklahoma City

Mar 30, 2020

EMBARK > EMBARK Announces Temporary Transit Service Plan

Modified Schedule Starts April 5 to Preserve Access to Essential Services

Dec 27, 2019

EMBARK > Grant Funds EMBARK Senior Transportation Services Expansion

EMBARK will begin offering free non-emergency medical trips to qualified Canadian County residents in 2020, thanks to a grant from Areawide Aging Agency.

EMBARK > 2023 Go Norman Transit Plan

Projecting 10 years into the future, the Go Norman Transit Plan identified many recommendations for transit improvements in Norman. Including additional frequency, Sunday service, expanded service coverage, and expanded hours on weekdays and Saturdays, these recommendations were put into phases to help guide the City in making improvements strategically as funding becomes available.

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