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Getting Around Las Vegas
How do you plan to get around Las Vegas when you get there? You know just what casino games you're going to play, how much money you plan to spend, what and where you'll be eating, the shows you plan to see and the hotel where you'll be staying.
If you're new to Vegas, it's just this one detail that makes you nervous. Don't worry. There are several ways to get around Las Vegas.
How to hop on the RTC Transit Bus (The Deuce)
Hop on the Las Vegas Deuce. The Deuce is one of the Las Vegas Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) Transit buses the run the length of the Vegas Strip 24 hours a day
Shuttle vans and buses operated by off-airport companies are a popular and convenient transportation option in Las Vegas.
How to ride the Las Vegas monorail system
Try the super fast Las Vegas monorail system and cover the 4-mile Strip in 15 minutes.
 Monorail Map |
Where to rent a car in Las Vegas
Find out where to rent a car from the start so you can see the rest of Las Vegas.
| Renting a Car |
| Rental Car List |
Learn where to go to get a Las Vegas taxi on the Strip. There's no shortage of taxis when you're tired of walking.
| Licensed Taxi Companies |
| Est. Taxi fare to your hotel |
How to Get a Free Las Vegas Shuttle Ride
Las Vegas hotels often provide free transportation. If you know what attractions are close to these casinos, you can use the free shuttles to your advantage.
How to take a Las Vegas trolley
Do the tourist thing and take a Las Vegas trolley.
| Las Vegas Trolley Map |
A free tram runs between the Excalibur, the Luxor and Mandalay Bay hotels. Also between Monte Carlo, Crystal and Bellagio.
First Timers Tip:
First-timers and visitors who are staying in any of the hotels on and off the strip and want to spend their time on the Vegas Strip, don't need a car. Take a taxi or Shuttle from McCarran International Airport to your hotel.
To sight-see, take the Deuce, the Trolley, Monorail or simply walk
For plans that involve anything outside the strip area or downtown, having your own car is highly recommended.
Your other option will be taking the bus. Here are bus routes to off strip Las Vegas hotels
Tip: Always remember to check the weather.
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Driving distances from Las Vegas
| From | To | Drive Time | Miles | KM |
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Las Vegas |
Grand Canyon South Rim | 4.5 hours |
275 |
443 |
Las Vegas |
Grand Canyon West Rim | 3 hours |
120 |
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Las Vegas |
Death Valley National Park | 2.25 hours |
141 |
227 |
Las Vegas |
Hoover Dam | 45 mins. |
34 |
54.4 |
Las Vegas |
Great Basin National Park | 4.75 hours |
297 |
478 |
Las Vegas |
Zion National Park | 2.5 hours |
155 |
249 |
Las Vegas |
Reno, NV | 7.25 hours |
448 |
721 |
Las Vegas |
Laughlin | 1.5 hours |
97 |
156 |
Las Vegas |
Los Angeles, CA | 4 hours |
270 |
435 |
Las Vegas |
San Diego, CA | 5 hours |
332 |
534 |
Las Vegas |
Phoenix, AZ | 5 hours |
295 |
475 |
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