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We’ve finally put together an ultra-comprehensive transportation guide for Las Vegas! Covering everything from the vibrant Las Vegas Strip to historic Downtown, we’ve broken down the pros, cons, and riding tips for the Monorail, The Deuce buses, free trams, and more. If you're planning a trip to Vegas, you absolutely don't want to miss this guide!

Table of Contents

★ The Strip Transportation

★ Downtown Las Vegas Transportation

★ Airport Transportation

★ The Strip Transportation

The Deuce Double-Decker Bus

Taking the RTC-operated bus is arguably the most economical public transport option for exploring Las Vegas. The route most tailored to tourists is "The Deuce," which runs straight down the Las Vegas Strip. It goes all the way from The STRAT Hotel at the north end, down to the iconic "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign and the South Premium Outlets. Along the way, The Deuce stops at almost all the major hotels and attractions!

If you're heading to Downtown Las Vegas, The Deuce takes you right to the famous Fremont Street Experience. What’s even crazier is that, perfectly matching this city that never sleeps, The Deuce runs 24/7! From 7:00 AM to 1:00 AM, it typically arrives every 10 minutes, and from 1:00 AM to 7:00 AM, it's about every 20 minutes. It's a go-to transit method heavily used by both locals and visitors!

Bus tickets are available in Single Ride, 2-Hour, 24-Hour, and 3-Day pass options. Children aged 5 and under can ride for free when accompanied by an adult.

Ticket TypeSingle Ride2-Hour Pass24-Hour Pass3-Day Pass
Price (USD)$4$6$8$20

Ticket machines on the Las Vegas Strip

You can buy tickets via the official RTC app, at the ticket vending machines next to the bus stops, or directly from the driver. To avoid fumbling around when boarding, we highly recommend getting your pass ahead of time through the app or at a machine (they conveniently accept credit cards!). Just a quick heads-up: time-based passes start their countdown the exact moment you purchase them, NOT when you first board the bus!

Once you've got your physical ticket, check the back—it clearly displays the purchase time and the exact expiration time, making it super easy to keep track of.

Boarding is straightforward: just scan your ticket. We were honestly a bit confused the first time we saw the machine next to the driver! It turns out, you simply slide the black magnetic strip on your ticket straight down through the grooved slot following the arrows, and you're good to go. To get off, just press the stop button like a standard bus.

Because all of its stops are right along the Strip, The Deuce is incredibly convenient and wonderfully budget-friendly. We highly recommend it for budget-conscious travelers! However, there's one fatal flaw: the schedule can be highly unpredictable. Last time, Cherry waited over 20 minutes for a bus, and when traffic on the Strip gets gridlocked, the bus gets stuck too! If you're traveling with kids, we honestly wouldn't recommend taking this during peak hours. The buses get incredibly crowded—if you have a stroller, make sure it’s a lightweight, quick-fold model, because if it doesn't fold, you aren't getting on!

📌 Bus Info: Deuce Official Route Map | Download Official RTC App

Las Vegas Monorail

There's one mode of transportation on the Strip that is completely immune to traffic jams: the Monorail. Before actually visiting Las Vegas, Cherry always assumed that this traffic-free, delay-free monorail would be the absolute best way to zip around the city. But after trying it out, we feel that unless you're staying at a hotel located on the exact same side of the Strip as the Monorail, it’s quite a hassle. Just walking to the station can be exhausting! The signage is notoriously poor, the stations are tucked far back from Las Vegas Boulevard, and more often than not, you'll find yourself completely lost before you even reach the platform!

Rumor has it that the Las Vegas Monorail was jointly built by several major hotels, and the original plan was to extend it all the way to the international airport for ultimate traveler convenience (which honestly sounds amazing!). However, airport transfers are a massive source of income for local drivers, so the proposal faced fierce pushback and eventually fizzled out.

While the official map makes the stations look close to the Strip, a quick check on Google Maps reveals that any station north of The LINQ is actually situated quite far back from the main boulevard. We wouldn't highly recommend it for those areas. However, for hotels situated closer to the stations—like The LINQ, Flamingo, Paris, and MGM Grand—riding the Monorail can actually be quite convenient.

Even though Cherry found the Monorail a bit inconvenient to access, the ride experience itself was actually pretty great! During off-peak hours, there are very few passengers—Cherry and our son basically had the entire train car to themselves!

Along the route, you often get fantastic elevated views of the world's largest spherical structure, The Sphere. Skipping the traffic and taking in the Vegas skyline from above is a genuinely cool experience. For little ones who are obsessed with trains, a few bucks for a joyride is absolutely worth it!

As for tickets, you can purchase them right at the station kiosks or directly through their official website.

Free Trams

There are currently two free tram lines you can ride on the west side of the Strip. One runs from "Bellagio to Park MGM", and the other connects "Excalibur to Mandalay Bay". If you plan to explore the southern end of the Strip, these free trams are highly recommended! While they don't connect in one continuous line, they'll save you a ton of walking.

Bellagio to Park MGM

The free tram from Bellagio to Park MGM makes three stops: Bellagio (Map), The Crystals shopping center at ARIA (Map), and Park MGM (Map). The tram is operated by Aria Express, so just follow the "Aria Express" signs inside the properties to find the stations. Once you ride it down to Park MGM and want to connect to the second free tram (Excalibur to Mandalay Bay), Cherry recommends taking a specific walking route so you can conveniently visit Hershey's Chocolate World along the way! 👇🏻

Upon arriving at Park MGM, follow the "Hotel Lobby" signs until you reach the main lobby. Exit the lobby heading toward T-Mobile Arena. Once you spot the prominent art installation shown in the photo above, follow the path and turn left.

You'll then see one of the entrances to the New York-New York Hotel & Casino.

Head toward the casino floor, and you should spot the flagship Hershey's Chocolate World store, home to their iconic chocolate Statue of Liberty!

📌 Read More: The Chocolate Statue of Liberty ~ Inside Hershey's Chocolate World!

Since you're passing by, definitely pop in and explore the Hershey's store! Take the store’s elevator up to the second floor. After browsing, exit the store on the second floor and turn right. Walk past a small food court to exit the New York-New York building, and you'll step right onto the pedestrian bridge connecting to Excalibur.

Once you cross the bridge, you'll see signs for the "Tram to Mandalay Bay". Just follow these signs, and you’ll arrive at the Excalibur North Tram Station | Map Link

Excalibur to Mandalay Bay

A sign on the wall displays the free tram's operating hours: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM daily.

Walking into the station, you'll notice two platforms: Tram 1 and Tram 2. The difference is that Tram 1 makes a stop at the Luxor (the pyramid hotel) in the middle, while Tram 2 is an express straight to Mandalay Bay. By following this guide, you can utilize Vegas's two free trams to get all the way from Bellagio down to Mandalay Bay with just a short walk in between—plus, you get to check out the Hershey's store! We sincerely recommend this route to anyone looking to save some money and save their feet!

Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus

The iconic double-decker Hop-On Hop-Off buses found in famous cities worldwide are right here in Las Vegas, too! They let you explore landmarks and attractions across both the Strip and Downtown at your own pace. The buses feature English audio guides, so you can learn fun facts about Sin City while you ride. Tickets are available as 1-day or 3-day passes. While it’s pricier than The Deuce bus, far fewer people use it, meaning you likely won't have to deal with the overcrowded nightmare of peak-hour public transit!

📌 Book on Klook | Book on Official Website

Rideshare Services (Uber & Lyft)

Point-to-point rideshares are, of course, the most convenient way to get around. In Las Vegas, an Uber or Lyft easily starts at around $15 to $20 per ride. However, if your budget allows, this is undeniably the most comfortable and hassle-free transit method!

Renting a Car

Renting a car is a very common way to travel in the US, but honestly, if you're staying at a hotel on the Strip and mostly planning to hang out there, you don't really need one. Traffic on the Strip is notoriously slow, and then you have to hunt for parking. If you hit bad traffic, you could probably walk there faster than driving! We only recommend renting a car if you’re planning huge shopping sprees at the outlets or visiting off-Strip / long-distance attractions. And remember, even if you don't rent a car, there are always plenty of guided day tours available for those distant spots!

📌 Guided Day Tours: Grand Canyon | Antelope Canyon | Seven Magic Mountains, Hoover Dam & Grand Canyon

★ Downtown Las Vegas Transportation

When it comes to public transport from the Strip to Downtown Las Vegas, you basically have two options. The first is to hop straight onto "The Deuce" bus—just follow your Google Maps directions, and you'll reach Downtown easily.

But today, we want to highlight the second option: taking the free Downtown Loop shuttle! Compared to The Deuce, the Downtown Loop has a massive advantage—it’s designed specifically with tourists in mind. This means the drop-off points are incredibly convenient! For example, when Cherry visited the Discovery Children's Museum in Downtown, taking The Deuce would have meant getting dropped off on the main road and walking the rest of the way. But with the Downtown Loop shuttle, we were dropped right at the museum's front doors!

The Downtown Loop has 13 stops in total, covering virtually all the major attractions in the Downtown area. If you're starting from the Strip, we highly recommend catching it at The STRAT Hotel—it's the only Loop stop located directly on the Las Vegas Strip. We've mapped out exactly where to find the shuttle stop inside The STRAT below.

Once you enter The STRAT, just follow the "Taxi / Lyft / Uber" signs.

Eventually, you'll reach the glass doors shown on the right side of the photo above. Walk out those doors, turn right, and you'll spot the Downtown Loop stop sign. Please note that the shuttle is a mini-bus, so if you have a stroller, it MUST be folded up, or you won't be allowed to board. For more details, you can check out the Official Downtown Loop Website.

★ Airport Transportation

The drive from Las Vegas's Harry Reid (formerly McCarran) International Airport to the Strip takes about 10 to 15 minutes. Depending on your needs, you have several options: taxis, Uber, Lyft, buses, rental cars, or even stretch limousines! Because we arrived quite late in the evening, we opted for the fastest route: Uber. Of course, if you arrive earlier and want to save some cash, the bus is a great choice. Or, if you want to arrive in true Vegas style, booking a stretch limo is absolutely an option too!

A quick heads-up: If you decide to take an Uber or Lyft from the airport, wait until your driver confirms the specific numbered parking bay in the rideshare pickup zone before heading over to that exact spot.

And there you have it! Those are all the Las Vegas transportation notes Cherry gathered after spending an entire week wandering around Sin City. We really hope this helps you plan an amazing trip!

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