SMART will waive fares on its fixed-route buses, Flex rideshare, Connector and ADA Paratransit services on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3, including services available in Farmington and Farmington Hills.
The transit agency’s announcement confirms the fare waiver. Riders should check operating hours, service boundaries and reservation requirements before traveling.
Farmington-area Flex rides
SMART Flex operates a Farmington/Farmington Hills zone from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week.
Riders can request trips through the SMART Flex app or by calling 734-212-8429. Both pickup and destination must fall within the applicable service zone. Riders may need to walk a short distance to their assigned pickup location.
“Election Day is a day when every resident should have the opportunity to participate, and transportation shouldn’t stand in the way,” SMART General Manager and CEO Tiffany J. Gunter said in a statement published by The Oakland Press.
Bus and reserved services
SMART’s other fare-free options include:
- Fixed-route buses: Scheduled service at designated stops. SMART says its fixed-route buses are wheelchair accessible and equipped with bicycle racks.
- Connector: Curb-to-curb service requiring advance reservations, subject to service-area rules and availability.
- ADA Paratransit: Advance-reservation service for certified riders whose disabilities prevent them from using fixed-route buses. Age alone does not establish eligibility.
Connector riders can call 866-962-5515, press 1 for Connector and then press 1 again for reservations, according to SMART’s booking instructions.
Riders can review ADA eligibility requirements and contact SMART customer service for reservation assistance.
Fixed-route schedules and trip-planning tools are available on SMART’s website.
The Detroit Department of Transportation will also waive fares on Election Day, the Oakland Press reported.
