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CARTA offers free Veterans Day rides on Nov. 11

By North Charleston Chronicle staff · November 7, 2026 · 1 min read

A CARTA transit bus displaying Route 32 travels along a street with palm trees. — Riders should present proof of service to the bus driver when boarding, according to CARTA. A military ID, service photo or memento such as a veteran's cap or other similar item qualifies. Wikimedia-Apathetizer (CC0) via Wikimedia Commons

Veterans and active-duty military personnel can ride CARTA at no cost on Wednesday, Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day.

Riders should present proof of service to the bus driver when boarding, according to CARTA. A military ID, service photo or memento such as a veteran's cap or other similar item qualifies.

CARTA serves the Charleston metropolitan area. Riders can find route maps and schedules at ridecarta.com.

Veterans Day free rides at a glance

Who qualifies: Veterans and active-duty military personnel
When: Wednesday, Nov. 11
What to bring: Military ID, service photo or memento such as a veteran's cap or other similar item
How: Present proof of service to the bus driver when boarding

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