Camden, South Carolina
King Haigler Express, SWRTA Offering Free Rides to the Polls During Early Voting
Side view of a navy and white King Haigler Express shuttle bus parked on a sunny street beside a brick building, with a person near an American flag in the background.

Partnership provides free transportation options to Camden City Arena during the early voting period.

Residents will have easier access to the polls during the upcoming early voting period thanks to a partnership between the City of Camden and the Santee Wateree Regional Transportation Authority (SWRTA), which will provide free transportation services through the King Haigler Express and additional door-to-door transportation options to help remove barriers to voting and encourage community participation in the election process.

“This initiative reflects what public transportation is supposed to do: connect people to essential services and expand access to opportunity. In this case, that opportunity is participation in our democracy. We look forward to welcoming you aboard and being part of your plan to vote this election season,” said Camden City Councilman William Wilkes, who also serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors for SWRTA.

Residents will have access to two free transportation options for early voting at the Camden City Arena, located at 420 Broad Street.

Door-to-Door Service (Reservation Required)
Available May 26 through June 5, excluding weekends, this service provides direct transportation from a resident’s home to the polling location.

Key details include:

  • Riders must schedule transportation at least 48 hours in advance
  • Reservations can be made by calling 803-775-9347, ext. 147

King Haigler Express Fixed-Route Service (No Reservation Required)
Residents who live along the King Haigler Express fixed-route service area may also take advantage of free transportation to the Camden City Arena during the early voting period without the need for a reservation.

Service details include:

  • Dates of operation: May 26 through June 5, excluding weekends
  • Service hours: 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
  • Destination: Camden City Arena, 420 Broad Street
  • Arrival time at Camden City Arena: Approximately :43 past each hour
  • Final departure from Camden City Arena: 3:45 p.m.
  • Route type: Fixed route with designated community stops
  • Please note: Following the early voting period(after June 5th, the King Haigler Express will return to its regular fixed-route schedule on Election Day, which does not include service to the Camden City Arena.

City officials encourage residents planning to use the door-to-door transportation option to schedule rides as early as possible to ensure availability.

For more information about transportation services, residents may contact SWRTA at 803-775-9347 or visit SWRTA.