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

 

These Las Vegas buses are more accessible than taxis, which can't pick passengers up off the street. The RTC Transit 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.

 

To help plan your trip, look up route schedules for the different buses here or get a free Transit Guide from the following places:

 

Downtown Transportation Center

 

South Strip Transfer Terminal

 

Bus routes to off strip Las Vegas hotels

 

Las Vegas Deuce Map

 

Download Las Vegas Deuce Route Map

 

View Las Vegas Deuce (RTC) Route Map

 

2010 Las Vegas Deuce Fares

 

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

 

Fares on Deuce on the Strip

Cash – Single Ride Fare: $3.00
24-Hr. All-Access Pass: $7.00
3-Day Full Fare All Access Pass: $15.00 (new)

30-Day All Access Pass $55
Up-Charge with Regular RTC 24-Hr Day Pass: $2.00

** Reduced Fare Cash Single Ride: $1.50
Three-Day Reduced Fare All Access Pass: $7.50 (new)

 

RTC Reduced Fares

The RTC offers reduced fares for youth 6-17 years, senior citizens 62+ years, person with disabilities and Medicare eligible persons. Presenting a reduced fare photo I.D. card is required to purchase or use a reduced fare pass.

 

A one-way fare is $3.00 on the Vegas strip and $2.00 on other buses off the strip. You can also get an all-day pass for $7.00 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 Transit 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.

 

 

Things you know about riding the Las Vegas Deuce

 

You must have exact change ready as the driver cannot make change.

 

There is no eating, drinking or smoking on board.

 

Practically you are not allowed to bring onboard any object that is too large to fit between passenger seats and this include luggages. By law, the aisles must be kept clear of grocery bags or other packages.

 

While on the Deuce, you must Wear a shirt and shoes at all times.

 

No pets or animals are allowed on board with the exception of service animals which are trained to assist individuals with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

 

Children must be removed from strollers and fold down strollers.

 

Deuce 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

 

Deuce Lost and found

 

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

1) Route number of the bus you were riding and bus number if possible;
2) Date and time you lost the item; and
3) A detailed description of the item.

All lost and found items, including bicycles, left on transit vehicles may be picked up only at the
South Strip Transfer Terminal, located at 6675 S. Gilespie Street. Items can be claimed only
during the customer service booth hours of 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., weekdays. All items found
will be held for 15 days.

 

Deuce Bus Stops along the Las Vegas Strip

The Deuce stops at virtually every hotel and casino along the Las Vegas Strip. Service is every 7 to 17 minutes depending on the time of day. Below are the Deuce stops along Las Vegas Blvd, from the Strip to downtown.

 

Deuce Bus Stops on Las Vegas Blvd
Bally’s Las Vegas	Bellagio	Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall
Bonanza Gift Shop	Caesars Palace	Circus Circus
City Center	Excalibur	Fashion Show Mall
Fitzgeralds (downtown)	Flamingo Las Vegas	Gold Spike (downtown)
Harrah’s Las Vegas	Hilton Grand Vacations Club	Imperial Palace
Las Vegas Outlet Center	Luxor	Mandalay Bay
MGM Grand	Mirage	Monte Carlo
New York-New York	Palazzo	Paris
Planet Hollywood	Polo Towers	Riviera
Sahara	Stratosphere Tower	TI (Treasure Island)
Tropicana	Town Square	Trump Tower
Venetian	Wynn Las Vegas

 

Heading to McCarran International Airport?

 

There are no direct Deuce bus routes from the Vegas strip to McCarran 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.

 

Another frequently asked question is:

 

How to get to South Point Hotel from the Vegas Strip

 

To get to South Point Hotel, take the Las Vegas Deuce Bus 301 from any of the bus stops along the Vegas strip heading South to the South Strip Transfer Terminal.
At the South Strip Transfer Terminal transfer to Bus 117 to South Point Hotel

 

Other ways to Get Around Las Vegas

 

Taking a walk on the Vegas Strip	How to Get a Free Shuttle Ride
How to take a Las Vegas trolley
Do the tourist thing and take a Las Vegas trolley.	View Las Vegas Strip Map   View Las Vegas Monorail Map
Take a walk to get a closer look at everything on the Strip.	Hotels in Las Vegas often provide free transportation. If you know what attractions are close to these casinos, you can use the free shuttles to your advantage.
Where to rent a car in Las Vegas	How to take a Las Vegas taxi
Find out where to rent a car from the start so you can see the rest of Las Vegas.	Learn where to go to get a taxicab on the Strip. There's no shortage of taxis when you're tired of walking.
How to hop on the RTC Transit Bus	How to ride the Las Vegas monorail system
Hop on the Las Vegas Deuce, one of the CAT (Citizen Area Transit) buses run by the Las Vegas Public Transportation System.	Try the superfast Las Vegas monorail system and cover the 4-mile Strip in 15 minutes.