Lexington, Ky. — On Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, residents can take advantage of a free ride to their polling places, as Lextran announces complimentary fare on all bus routes for **Election Day**. This initiative comes in the wake of a reported **13.3% voter turnout** during the 2024 primary elections in Fayette County, according to the Commonwealth of Kentucky State Board of Elections.
Fred Combs, the general manager of Lextran, stated, “Lextran is proud to offer fare-free rides this Election Day. We aim to alleviate the transportation challenges that many in our community encounter when accessing the polls.” The bus service hopes this offer will encourage higher voter participation.
Polling hours will be from **6 a.m. to 6 p.m.** on Election Day. Residents can find their nearest polling locations by visiting the state’s Voter Information Center. To facilitate travel planning, Fayette County residents can use the address of their polling place to organize a free trip on Lextran’s website.
For those who may require assistance in planning their trip, Lextran provides customer support. Residents can call the Lextran Customer Service at **859-253-INFO (4636)** for help with their travel arrangements. Lextran operates a comprehensive system that includes **25 fixed routes** and a door-to-door paratransit service, ensuring that a broad segment of the community can access polling stations.
The initiative is a part of Lextran’s ongoing commitment to support civic engagement within the community. By offering free transportation, they hope to diminish barriers to voting, thereby encouraging all eligible residents to participate in the electoral process.
