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EMBARK operates its programs and services in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Transit Administration guidelines for the provision of services to individuals with disabilities. EMBARK also operates its programs and services without regard to race, color, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Every department, division, and employee of EMBARK is responsible for carrying out the agency's commitment to non-discrimination, including the requirements of Title VI.

In an effort to promote use of public transportation over cars to explore Oklahoma City shopping, entertainment venues and events, and to get out and vote: fixed-route bus, zone 1 and zone 1a ADA Paratransit, RAPID, OKC Streetcar and Spokies service will be free on specified days throughout the year.

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.

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.

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

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.

Public transportation doesn't have to be intimidating. Follow these simple steps for how to board, ride, and arrive quickly and safely to your destination.

Public transportation doesn't have to be intimidating. Follow these simple steps for how to board, ride, and arrive quickly and safely to your destination.

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

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

Whether you are just visiting for an hour, wanting to open a new business or you work downtown and need monthly parking, we have a solution for you!

Concerts, Thunder games, and other events bring all kinds of energy and excitement to downtown Oklahoma City. They also bring tons of people looking for a place to park. Don't waste time looking for that perfect spot – discover your parking spot here.

Located at 431 W. Main with 801 total parking spaces | 17 ADA parking spaces | Entrance clearance of 8'2" | Nearest OKC Streetcar platform: Library

Located at 100 W. Main with 779 total parking spaces | 19 ADA parking spaces | Entrance clearance of 6'8" | Nearest OKC Streetcar platform: Century Center

Located at 15 Mick Cornett Dr. with 1,106 total parking spaces | 24 ADA parking spaces | Entrance clearance of 8'2" | Nearest OKC Streetcar platform: Scissortail Park

Located at 501 W. Sheridan with 1,051 total parking spaces | 28 ADA parking spaces | Entrance clearance of 6'9" | Nearest OKC Streetcar platform: Myriad Gardens

EMBARK uses pay-by-plate parking to offer customers ease and efficiency when parking downtown. This system allows the driver to pay at the on-street electronic meter without having to return to their vehicle.

The Professional Parking Association recommends the following common safety tips for parking:

Landings are the anchored platforms where guests embark and disembark the vessels. Landings have railed pathways and are ADA accessible for mobility devices, strollers, and bikes.

Nov 24, 2023

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.

Apr 20, 2023

Public invited to try transit and ride bus and streetcar free on Saturday, April 22

Sep 01, 2022

EMBARK's Mobility Management Administrator/ADA Coordinator,Dr. Marilyn Dillon, has been honored by the Lynn Institute for Healthcare Research and the Healthy Hopeful Community Collaborative for her work to improve community healthand mobilityoptions in Oklahoma City, especially for vulnerable populations.

Jan 31, 2022

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

Nov 05, 2021

The Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority Board of Trustees recently approved “RAPID” as the name for EMBARK’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system.

Feb 13, 2021

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.

Oct 19, 2020

EMBARK will be offering free rides during Election Day, November 3, 2020, to help all eligible Oklahoma City residents exercise their right to vote.

Aug 25, 2020

Jesse Rush wins award, as he has worked to establish and advance OKC Streetcar operations since 2014.

Jul 01, 2020

100 New ADA Accessible Bus Shelters Have Been Installed Since Last July.

May 08, 2020

Local partnerships continue serving seniors throughout COVID-19.

Mar 30, 2020

Modified Schedule Starts April 5 to Preserve Access to Essential Services

Aug 30, 2019

EMBARK and other partners are adjusting the free grocery shuttle service in northeast Oklahoma City as part of ongoing efforts to meet needs in the short- and long-term fight against the food desert crisis.

Jun 03, 2019

New shelter represents EMBARK’s commitment to quality facilities and service enhancements.

Oct 27, 2017

NewView Oklahoma employees and clients will be riding the bus throughout the day to highlight the significance of the white cane as a tool of independence and mobility for people who are blind or visually impaired.

Jul 17, 2017

EMBARK owns five downtown public parking garages with approximately 5,200 spaces. Event parking is $10 and is collected as you enter the parking facility.

Apr 06, 2017

2017 marks the 10th season of ferry service. Starting with just two landings and now serving four, Oklahoma River Cruises services have expanded and so have the destinations along the river.

Sep 09, 2016

EMBARK has done its part to help reduce pollution during ozone alert season by encouraging metro residents to take a free ride every third Friday from May through September.

Aug 17, 2016

With numerous improvements over the past several years, EMBARK was just named the “North America’s Outstanding Public Transportation System” by the American Public Transportation Association for systems providing less than 4 million annual passenger trips.

Jul 27, 2016

EMBARK unveiled Bermuda Green, Clear Sky Blue and Redbud as the colors for the brand identity of the MAPS 3’s Oklahoma City Streetcar.

Apr 14, 2014

Oklahoma City’s public transportation system is embarking on a new journey. The bus system, which has been in existence since 1966, will be launching major system improvements Monday, April 28 and will formally transition to a new name.

The Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project will be Central Oklahoma’s first BRT line and will provide a premium transit service to Northwest OKC residents through more frequent service with enhanced vehicles, stations and passenger amenities.