Florence, South Carolina will see important public transportation changes effective next week. The Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority (PDRTA) continues its “Fare Free Florence” program, so all public transit in Florence County remains completely free—no pass or payment needed to board any bus.
Key Service Updates
All PDRTA bus routes in Florence County are fare-free and this will continue next week, simplifying travel for residents, workers, and visitors.
Riders can board any Florence Transit bus without paying a fare, as part of an initiative by the Florence County Council to boost accessibility, economic opportunity, and quality of life.
Route Schedules and Operations
Regular fixed-route services (Florence Transit System Routes 1–4, Route 7, and shuttles) will continue with the existing schedules. No route cuts or major timetable changes have been announced for next week.
Riders can track real-time bus locations and schedules using the Moovit app or the PDRTA “Track My Ride” feature for up-to-date route information.
Additional Notes
Check for minor schedule variations around local holidays or special events; however, no major disruptions or route eliminations have been posted for the upcoming week.
This fare-free program and stable operation of fixed bus routes make Florence one of the most accessible and commuter-friendly cities in South Carolina for public transportation.
Anyone planning to use Florence public transportation next week can continue to ride local buses at no cost, and there are no announced route or time changes that would disrupt regular service.
SOURCES
[1](https://www.flochamber.com/2025/08/05/fare-free-florence-begins-august-11/)
[2](https://wpde.com/news/local/pdrta-soon-to-start-offering-free-rides-in-florence-county-south-carolina-pee-dee-regional-transportation-authority-forward-quality-life-councilman-accessibility)
[3](https://moovitapp.com/index/en/public_transit-line-FDS-Columbia_SC-5901-3754513-176916212-0)
[4](https://pdrta.org/our-services/fixed-route-service)
[5](https://pdrta.org/track-my-ride)
