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OATS Implements New Fares In SW Missouri

December 27, 2018


OATS Transit has announced it will be implementing a new fare system in Southwest Missouri starting in 2019. This change is being made to help offset declining revenues, while supporting increased ridership opportunities. The fares are necessary to maintain current levels of service and will directly impact the company’s operating budget.

Rider contributions in Southwest Missouri haven’t changed in nearly a decade. “Some fares in the area were previously donation based, but revenue isn’t keeping up with demand,” said Jeff Robinson, OATS Transit Regional Director. “The increased ridership opportunities we’re creating through new partnerships will be supported by the new fares, which will be implemented in 2019,” added Robinson. The fares will affect the Southwest Missouri counties of Barry, Barton, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Douglas, Greene, Jasper, Lawrence, McDonald, newton, Ozark, Polk, Stone, Taney, Webster and Wright.

2019 Fares Per Round-Trip:
  • In-Town Springfield $3.00
  • In-Town in Rural Communities $2.00
  • In-County $3.00
  • Adjacent County $5.00
  • Long Distance (3 counties or more $10.00; $6.00 one-way
  • Additional cost per each En route stop $1.00

Fare cards are available for purchase from the OATS Transit office or from your local driver. Rides can be scheduled by calling the Springfield office at 800-770-6287.


OATS Transit is funded, in part, through Federal Transit Administration grants through the MO Department of Transportation, Missouri Elderly & Handicapped Transportation Assistance Program, Area Agencies on Aging, some 351 Senior Tax and Senate Bill 40 Boards, private contracts, rider fares and contributions from the community. No rides will be denied for riders unable to pay under the Older Americans Act on AAA routes.


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  • Inside This Week's Issue
    • Crop-duster crashes plane just east of Aurora
    • High winds and hail damage homes and vehicles Sunday morning
    • RS police chief on admin. leave, clerks let go
    • Local officer killed in the line of duty finally recognized for his sacrifice nearly a century after his death
    • Kimberling City mayor announces resignation of city administrator
    • Crane honors retiring baseball head coach Bryan Harmon for 29 years of dedication and service
    • Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks golf tournament raises money for local kids programs
    • Weekly Stock Market Insights
    • Neighbors and Friends of Table Rock Lake award over $45,000 in grants
    • Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce Teacher of the Year Awards Sponsored by Table Rock Community Bank
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