YOU PARK. WE DRIVE. SMART.

Thank you for your interest in the SmartRide commuter services. SmartRide provides a convenient and a very cost effective option for commuters who desire transportation to downtown Columbia during the workweek.

Now in its fourth year of service, the SmartRide Commuter-Focused Transit Program is a partnership between SCDOT, the Newberry County Council on Aging, and the Santee Wateree Regional Transit Authority (SWRTA), local communities, businesses, and conscientious commuters who want a viable alternative to the traditional single-occupant vehicle commute. Commuters are invited to try either of the SmartRide commuter transit services available into the downtown Columbia area.

The Camden/Lugoff service is operated by the Santee Wateree Regional Transit Authority SmartRide service originates out of the Camden/Lugoff areas. There are two separate runs that operate Monday through Friday. The fare for the Camden/Lugoff SmartRide is $20.00 per week (weekly pass) or $2.00 for a one-way trip. Current Camden/Lugoff SmartRide schedule.

Newberry Express SmartRide, operated by Newberry Council on Aging, originates out of Newberry in the Northwest area with stops in Newberry, Little Mountain and Chapin. There are two separate runs that operate Monday through Friday. The cost for the Newberry Express SmartRide is $30.00 per week (weekly pass) or $4.00 for a one-way trip. Current Newberry Express SmartRide schedule.

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