Transportation

Overview

Let the OPC minibus take you anywhere in Rochester, Rochester Hills or Oakland Township, to Oakland University, and to our newly expanded medical facility locations located in Auburn Hills, Troy and Sterling Heights, beginning May 1. pdf (Click here for listing). (153 KB)  You may use the minibus for appointments, shopping, to visit friends, or attend activities at OPC.

The OPC Transportation Service is a door to door, shared ride service. The minibuses are wheelchair lift equipped and our courteous, trained drivers will safely get you to your destination and back home again. A reservation is required no less than 4 days in advance (7 - 14 business days recommended).  Exceptions may be made for medical/dental appointments based on availability.

Qualifications

Transportation is available for persons 60 years or older and those under 60 who are disabled. People under 60 may also qualify if they have a doctor’s statement and are unable to drive. If you are age 59 or younger, please contact the Transportation Office at 248.652.4780 for information on special guidelines.

Fare Policy:

$2.00 each way.  Riders can pay the driver with exact change or with a token. 

  • OPC Cashier Counter: using cash, check or credit card - $20 for 11 tokens
  • Drivers: using exact cash or check only for a packet of 11 tokens for $20
  • Mail a check to:  Cashiers, 650 Letica Dr., Rochester, MI 48307 (Memo line-include bus tokens/rider name).  Tokens will be mailed to you or delivered by a driver.

No rides will be given without payment:  Token, Cash, Check or Credit on Account

Require assistance?

If you require a Caregiver / Aide, they are allowed to ride with you, (minimum 18 years of age) for a required fee $2.00 each way.  A Caregiver / Aide is required if the rider has special needs that the driver cannot manage alone.

More Information 

For more details on our Transportation Program, please view our Rider Policy or call 248-608-0273:

pdf Expanded Transportation Service of Medical Facilities (153 KB) (beginning May 1)
pdf Transportation Rider Policy (163 KB)

Hours of Operation and Contact Numbers 

OPC Minibuses Hours of Operation:
  • Monday - Friday: 8:15 am – 4:30 pm | Beginning 5/1/2023 Monday - Friday: 7 am - 8 pm 
  • Saturday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm | Beginning 5/1/2023 9 am - 4 pm (local limited service)
OPC Minibus Reservation Line & Hours: 
  • Schedule a Ride: 248.652.4780
  • Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
OPC Minibus Cancellation/Return Line & Hours:
  • Call: 248.608.0296 | Monday - Friday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm 
  • Call: 248.608.0271 | Saturday before 8:00 am 

Do not leave a message for a pickup - you must schedule pickups with the dispatcher.

Telecommunication Device for the Deaf:  800.649.3777