Without transportation, getting around the big city of Las Vegas can be challenging. The RTC (Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada) oversees the buses that operate up and down the Strip and into Downtown Las Vegas, making it one of the most cost-effective ways to get about the city.
Types of Buses in Las Vegas:
Deuce is a bus that operates along Las Vegas Boulevard.
About the Deuce Bus in Las Vegas:
The Deuce On The Vegas Strip, or The Deuce, is a 24-hour bus service that covers the entire span of the Las Vegas Strip many times per day. It’s a cost-efficient and fast way for residents and tourists to get around the city. Operated by the RTC (Regional Transportation Commission), The Deuce is one of the most inexpensive and favored ways to go sightseeing along the world-famous La Vegas Strip.
Deuce buses travel northbound and southbound, starting just beyond the “Welcome To Las Vegas” sign and finishing at the Government buildings in the North of the City. The Deuce frequently stops at the most prominent tourist attractions and points of interest on the Strip, including The Bellagio, Mandalay Bay, Fremont Street Experience, and the Stratosphere, to name a few.
Please visit the following website to see all the stops The Deuce makes in Las Vegas: rtcsnv.com
SDX – A bus that connects the Strip to Downtown
About the SDX Bus in Las Vegas:
When heading to downtown Las Vegas, we recommend you get on the SDX rather than the Deuce. Although fare prices are alike and the buses are the same, the distinction between the SDX and the Deuce is that the SDX has fewer stops, meaning it takes less time to get downtown.
The SDX operates from 9 am to Midnight, seven days a week. Buses pass by every 15 minutes. The SDX has six bus stops on the Strip: Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand, Paris, Wynn, Sahara, And the Stratosphere.
In downtown Las Vegas, you can use the free Downtown Loop Shuttle to get to attractions and the Bonneville Transit Center.
Fare and Passes:
RTC Pass Prices:
- Single ride – $4
- 2-hour pass – $6
- 24-hour pass – $8
- 3-day pass – $20
RTC Reduced Fare Passes:
- Single ride – $2
- 2-hour pass – $3
- 24-hour pass – $4
- 7-day pass – $10
The RTC offers discounted fares for Veterans, youth (6-17), students (K-12), senior citizens (60 and over), people with disabilities, Medicare-qualified individuals, and mobility-trained customers. Do you think you qualify for reduced fares? Visit the Reduce Fare information page to find out how to apply: rtcsnv.com/reduced-fare
You might be wondering how I purchase RTC bus passes. The easiest way would be to download the app and buy your tickets on the app!
Yes, you can always buy your single-ride ticket once you enter the bus, yet customers are encouraged to use the rideRTC transport app to plan their trips and purchase fares. The apps are free and allow you to purchase tickets on the go and schedule your rides! It is the most convenient way to use RTC transportation. Download the free RTC app now and start planning your trip!
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You can purchase passes onboard Deuce Vehicles, at select ticket vending machines, and on the rideRTC app.
Ways to make your trip easier:
- Online Transit Trip Planner – By inputting the starting and finishing locations and the date and time of the trip, the online Transit Trip Planner helps travelers plan a route before arriving at their bus stop.
- Boarding a bus – RTC buses only make stops at designated stops or shelters. Because many stops serve many routes, you must check the vehicle header sign for the route number and direction you want.
- Exiting the Vehicle – Push the button on the standee pole next to the seats one block before your last stop to tell the driver to let you off. Ask the driver to point out your streets if you are unfamiliar with the area as it approaches.
- Using the Transit Guide – The RTC Transit Guide provides a map and schedule of all routes to help travelers plan their trips. The Transit Guide also has a wealth of important information.
- New Transit Riders – Are you ready to take your first Transit ride? Before you take your first transit ride, learn the three essential processes you’ll need to know.
Transit Customer Service:
Toll-free: 1-800-228-3911
Local number: (702) 228-7433
Lost & found: 702-676-1849
Hours: Monday – Sunday from 7 am to 6 pm
RTC Administrative Offices:
Address: 600 S. Grand Central Pkwy. Ste. 350, Las Vegas, NV 89106
Phone: (702) 676-1500
Hours of operation: Monday – Thursday from 7 am to 6 pm
For more information, please visit rtcsnv.com
Going to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport?
The airport’s Ground Level Zero at Terminal 1 is served by Routes 108, 109, and Centennial Express (CX). CX also services terminal 3. You may get to the airport by taking Route 109 from the South Strip Transit Terminal (SSTT), which is only a 10-15 minute ride from the bus stop.
To plan a trip online, go to rtcsnv.com, utilize the Google Transit Trip Planner, or download the Transit or rideRTC app!
For more information on the Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), check out the following articles:
- Las Vegas Airport Shuttles
- Airport Shuttle Share-A-Ride Transfer
- Ride Share – Uber – Lyft at Harry Reid Airport
- Las Vegas Airlines
The Las Vegas Monorail is another cost-efficient way to travel in the city of Las Vegas.
Tickets start at $5 for a one-way pass, and locals get to ride for $1! Check out the Las Vegas Monorail:
