OATS Transit

OATS Transit We enhance quality of life by providing safe, caring, and reliable transportation services. We serve people of all ages.

OATS Transit is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing transportation in 87 Missouri counties. Founded in 1971, we are the largest and most unique rural transportation provider in the country. OATS Transit helps local residents get to work, doctor appointments, essential shopping, and anywhere else they need to go. OATS stands for Operating Above the Standard. Our company remains committed t

o sustainability and the people who make up our employee workforce. OATS Transit’s most valuable asset is the drivers - they are the face of OATS in the communities we serve. Our commitment to Operating Above the Standard is what sets us apart from others, and why we are one of the largest transit agencies in the nation.

09/04/2026

Backing a bus is not always easy because in rural Missouri the terrain isn’t always black and white! It requires extra caution and attention to surroundings. Backing training helps drivers use proper techniques, check their surroundings, and avoid preventable accidents when maneuvering in tight or unfamiliar areas. Our drivers’ complete hours of training each year to help keep themselves, our riders, and others safe.

Today we celebrated all things   in Missouri at the Missouri Public Transit Association annual meeting. Two of 6 OATS Tr...
09/03/2026

Today we celebrated all things in Missouri at the Missouri Public Transit Association annual meeting. Two of 6 OATS Transit drivers were also in attendance accepting awards-Larry and Jim. More to come later on all six honorees.

09/03/2026

National Beard Day is a fun opportunity to celebrate the beards around OATS Transit—whether they’re long, short, neatly trimmed, or still a work in progress!

The Old Drum bus in Warrensburg MO is currently down due to A/C issues, but we have a replacement on the way and will be...
09/02/2026

The Old Drum bus in Warrensburg MO is currently down due to A/C issues, but we have a replacement on the way and will be back up and running at 3pm today. Thanks for your patience and stay cool!

The Kirk-Tran Deviated Fixed Route is down this morning due to driver shortage, but will start back at 1PM this afternoo...
09/02/2026

The Kirk-Tran Deviated Fixed Route is down this morning due to driver shortage, but will start back at 1PM this afternoon. Sorry for the late notice!

A reminder we will be closed on Monday, September 7th for  . Please keep this in mind if you are planning to schedule ri...
09/02/2026

A reminder we will be closed on Monday, September 7th for . Please keep this in mind if you are planning to schedule rides for next week.

  to all our milestone anniversary staff this month.  We appreciate everything you do for OATS Transit and our riders.
09/01/2026

to all our milestone anniversary staff this month. We appreciate everything you do for OATS Transit and our riders.

Help us provide rides to those in need.
08/29/2026

Help us provide rides to those in need.

  in   will not be running tomorrow, Saturday, August 29th due to driver shortage. We are sorry for the late notice. We ...
08/28/2026

in will not be running tomorrow, Saturday, August 29th due to driver shortage. We are sorry for the late notice. We will be back to regular schedule on Monday.

Some of our Northeast drivers have been putting safety first this week in  , spending three days in training to sharpen ...
08/28/2026

Some of our Northeast drivers have been putting safety first this week in , spending three days in training to sharpen their skills, refresh important procedures, and stay prepared to provide safe, caring and reliable transportation to our riders!

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Home Office: 2501 Maguire Boulevard
Columbia, MO
65201

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