Project Overview
Lowcountry Rapid Transit (LCRT) is a 21.3-mile modern bus rapid transit system that will transform our region by improving transportation for people traveling on buses, on foot, and on bikes. The foundation of LCRT will serve Charleston and North Charleston and spark upward mobility and economic growth through the area.
Project Highlights
21.3 miles of transit infrastructure and improvements
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21 hours of weekday service with 10-minute peak service frequency
Sidewalk and shared-use path connectivity from CSU to downtown and 34 new signalized pedestrian crosswalks to support safe bicycle and pedestrian mobility
20 modern stations
Dedicated 60-foot articulated vehicles will serve more than 7,600 daily riders on the line
Advanced technology to make the system more reliable and comfortable, including:
- Stoplight signal priority and synchronization
- Wi-Fi equipped stations
- Updated wayfinding and corridor lighting
- Off-board fare payment
Roadway improvements and added infrastructure to bring safer, more efficient travel for all commuters
21 hours of weekday service with 10-minute peak service frequency
Sidewalk and shared-use path connectivity from CSU to downtown and 34 new signalized pedestrian crosswalks to support safe bicycle and pedestrian mobility
20 modern stations
Dedicated 60-foot articulated vehicles will serve more than 7,600 daily riders on the line
Advanced technology to make the system more reliable and comfortable, including:
- Stoplight signal priority and synchronization
- Wi-Fi equipped stations
- Updated wayfinding and corridor lighting
- Off-board fare payment
Roadway improvements and added infrastructure to bring safer, more efficient travel for all commuters
The Route
The LCRT route will connect riders between North Charleston and downtown Charleston, providing access to key destinations, resources, and communities along the corridor. Each station along the corridor has been named after the nearest cross street to make navigation easy for both local riders and visitors.
Explore the corridor in detail on our interactive map
List of Stops running northwest to southeast
- US-78 & Commerce Center - Proposed Park and Ride
- University and BUC Club - Start of Dedicated Lanes
- Rivers & Melnick - includes Park and Ride
- Rivers & Eagle Landing
- Rivers & Mabeline
- Rivers & Hanahan
- Rivers & Remount
- Rivers & Mall
- Rivers & Durant - Future Station
- Rivers & Helm
- Rivers & Dorchester
- Rivers & Reynolds - End of Dedicated Lanes
- King & Hackemann
- King & Hagood
- Meeting & Mt. Pleasant - Future Park and Ride
- Meeting & Lee
- Meeting & John
- Calhoun & Coming
- Calhoun & Jonathan Lucas
- Calhoun & Doughty
- Line & Westedge
Design Update
LCRT has reached 100% design!
The project completed 100% design and submitted project readiness documentation to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) earlier this year. This is a huge milestone, moving us one step closer to constructing the system.
Later this year, we anticipate receiving LCRT's full funding grant agreement and completing the design of LCRT's future Park-and-Ride and Operations and Maintenance Facility (OMF) near the northern end of the route and I-26.
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100% Design Completion & Submittal
February 2026 -
100% Design Public & Stakeholder Committee Engagement
Spring 2026 -
Full Funding Grant Agreement (FFGA)
Fall 2026 -
LCRT Operation & Maintenance Facility (OMF) 100% Design Completion
Winter 2026
With design complete, we’re excited to share more previews of what some of LCRT’s stations will look like across the corridor. Check out our new station renderings below.
Future Meeting & Mt. Pleasant Station
Future Rivers & Dorchester Station
Future University & BUC Club Station
Explore the Corridor
LCRT has reached it’s 100% design milestone!
Explore the interactive map below to see how the system has been refined through 100% design details.
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LCRT Route
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Planned Station Locations
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Future Station Locations
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New Pedestrian Crosswalk
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Additional LCRT and Corridor-Adjacent Projects
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BRT Lane Configurations
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Transit Signal Locations
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Shipwatch Station
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Planned CARTA HOP Lot
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New Sidewalks
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New Sidewalks
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New Shared-Use Paths
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New Shared-Use Paths
- LCRT 100% Design
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LCRT Bus Lanes
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LCRT Bus Stations
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Vehicle Travel Lanes
Explore a Future Career Supporting LCRT
LCRT’s construction and operations will bring new career opportunities to the Charleston area. Skilled workers will be needed for these jobs, and the time to prepare is now!
Potential Job Opportunities
Jobs will become available during LCRT’s construction phase as well as when the system becomes operational. These jobs may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Construction
- Construction Management & Oversight
- Skilled Labor & Trades
- Engineering, Construction & Technical Roles
- Compliance & Safety
- Logistics & Procurement
- Public Coordination & Support
- Technology & Systems Integration
Operations
- BRT Operations & Management
- Customer Service & Safety
- Technology & Data
- Maintenance
- Policy & Administration
- Education & Training
- Sustainability & Marketing
- Legal & Finance
- Administration & Human Resources
Many of these roles will be employed directly by contractors, firms, and businesses outside of the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) or Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG). The education and/or training requirements for these jobs will vary depending on the job title, but many are likely to require a high school diploma; associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree; certification; or some combination of those.
We’ll continue to share more information about the upcoming job opportunities with LCRT in the coming months. In the meantime, you can learn more about each of these job categories and roles, education and training requirements, and timing of job opportunities in our Career Resource Guide.
Help Us Identify the Right Job for You
Our team can connect you with SC Works to help you get matched with the right job for you! Just fill out our Career Resource Form, let us know about your background and what jobs you’re interested in, and a SC Works team member will contact you about upcoming opportunities.
Construction
The LCRT project team is actively preparing for construction. Around this time in 2027, we’ll be getting ready to break ground on South Carolina’s first mass transit system - the foundation of new connections, access, and opportunities across our beloved region.
Check out what’s coming up as we prepare for construction:
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Fall 2026
Construction Advertisement -
Spring 2027
Construction Begins -
Fall 2029
Construction Substantially Complete & Testing Begins -
Open for Riders!
What to Expect During Construction
LCRT’s Construction phase will be led by the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) and the Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG).
The system’s construction will include:
- Roadway improvements along the corridor, including dedicated lanes, sidewalks, crosswalks, and shared-use paths
- Constructing 20 stations and connections to existing infrastructure
- Constructing the planned Park & Ride and OMF near I-26 and the northern end of line
As we get closer to breaking ground, we'll share more information on how to receive updates and notifications about active construction.
Next Steps
Thank you for taking the time to view this online meeting!
We look forward to future touchpoints with you — our communities, stakeholders, and neighborhoods — as we advance towards construction next year.
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