How to Ride a Las Vegas Bus: CAT (Citizen Area Transit)

 

The Deuce (Public Bus), also referred to as CAT (Citizen's Area Transit ) is Las Vegas' newest mode of transportation for both locals and visitors along the famous Las Vegas Strip. Run by the Regional Transportation Commission, the Deuce is probably the least expensive way to get around. It runs up and down the Strip, 24 hours a day and stops at virtually every hotel and casino along the Las Vegas strip. Stops, which are located about every quarter mile in each direction, are marked with signs or by bus shelters.

 

These buses are more accessible than taxis, which can't pick passengers up off the street. The CAT has 51 routes and if you'll be spending most of your time on the Strip you'll want to take the Deuce. The Las Vegas Deuce is a San Francisco-style double-decker bus that is dedicated to the Strip. It accomodates up to 97 people, it's air-conditioned, spacious and begins the trip at the south end from a terminal close to the McCarran Airport and ends at a terminal close to Fremont Street. You can also take any of the other 50 buses to see more of Las Vegas.

 

Use the interactive Transit Trip Planner to plan your trip online or look up route schedules for the different buses here . Get a free Transit Guide from the following places:

 

Downtown Transportation Center

 

South Strip Transfer Terminal

 

 

Maps

 

Download Las Vegas Deuce Route Map

 

View Las Vegas Deuce (CAT) Route Map

 

Fares

 

You can also get it from one of the authorized vendors in the valley or from any of the CAT, MAX and Deuce buses.

 

A one-way fare is $2.00 on the Vegas strip and $1.25 on other buses off the strip. You can also get an all-day pass for $5.00 on the Deuce, which is very convenient if you plan to make several trips up and down the Strip. Whichever fare or bus you choose, be sure you have the exact amount because the driver cannot give change.

 

If you plan to be in Las Vegas for a month or so, you may benefit more from one of the extended passes offered by the RTC. Look through the list of the available passes here.

 

The RTC now makes it convenient for riders to purchase passes online. The only drawback is that it will take 7 to 10 days for you to get your pass in the mail. However, if you plan ahead and make your purchase well in advance of your trip to Vegas then this shouldn't be a problem. You can always purchase your pass from authorized vendors when you get to Vegas. Make your purchase here.

 

Note: Fare Increase

 

Effective Jan. 11, 2009, fares on Deuce on the Strip shall be adjusted as follows:

Single Ride Fare: $3.00 (now $2.00)
Full-Fare Day Pass: $7.00 (now $5.00)
Three-Day Full Fare All Access Pass: $20.00 (new) (now none)
Up-Charge with Regular Day Pass: $1.00 (now $.50)
Reduced Fare Cash Single Ride: $1.50 (now $1.00)
Three-Day Reduced Fare All Access Pass: $10.00 (new) (now none)

 

Accessibility

 

The Deuce, along with all public transit vehicles in Southern Nevada, is ADA accessible. Seating and space for up to two wheelchairs is reserved in the front of the vehicle, just behind the operator's seat. For TDD call (702) 676-1834

 

Lost and found

 

If you left an item on the Deuce, contact a Public Service Specialist at (702) 228-RIDE (7433)

 

Heading to McCarran International Airport?

 

There are no direct Deuce bus routes from the Vegas strip to the Airport. To get to the airport, take the Deuce to the South Strip Transfer Terminal (heading south towards Mandalay Bay ) From there, take route 109, which will get you to the airport in about 10 minutes. Visit rtcsnv.com or call (702)228-RIDE (7433) for more information.

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