PDRTA’s Paratransit Program is a curb to curb, shared ride, transportation service. Advanced reservations are required. The service is available to anyone pre-qualified (and certified by a medical professional) on the basis of having a physical or mental disability, whether short-term or permanent.
Passengers requiring extra help to get to the door may request a modification of this policy when scheduling their trips. In such cases, the driver will provide additional assistance on a door-to-door basis.
NOTE: Please note that our drivers are not permitted to enter the residence and must be within sight of the bus at all times.
Any persons who are currently ADA certified or qualified for the PDRTA Paratransit are eligible to ride all fixed routes at no cost, with proper identification

PDRTA's Complimentary Paratransit Services are available in all counties that possess a fixed route. These service areas include:Florence County, Darlington County, Chesterfield County, Marlboro County, Dillon County

Individuals who cannot safely board, ride or get to or from a regular public transit bus because of a disability may be eligible under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Individuals must complete PDRTA's ADA Application and live within 3/4 mile on either side of a PDRTA fixed route.

You can travel to the same destinations available within ¾ mile of our Fixed Route Service.

To qualify, applicants must have a professional's certification identifying the short-term or permanent disability of the individual. Pick-up and drop-off destinations must be within a ¾ mile radius of a PDRTA fixed route. You can download our application here to get started.
NOTE: PDRTA reserves the right to verify any applicant’s status with a health care professional.

PDRTA will honor exterior service area ADA approvals for 30 days. A PDRTA ADA Applicant process must be completed within those 30 days.