Las Vegas Strip & Downtown Express

A trip to the Vegas strip or downtown is now easier and faster than ever before. All thanks to the new state-of-the-art Las Vegas Strip & Downtown Express (formerly the Gold Line). The Strip & Downtown Express, was designed and built with RTC’s vision of providing a safe, convenient and effective regional transportation system that enhances mobility and air quality for residents and visitors to Las Vegas.

 

Run by the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC), the Strip & Downtown Express provides limited-stop service connecting downtown Las Vegas with the Las Vegas Convention Center and the Vegas Strip. It features

 

Rail-like vehicles

Dedicated transit lanes for much of the trip through downtown

Travelling faster than a regular bus line
Level platform boarding
Ticket Now (pay before boarding). Off-board ticket vending machines where passengers will purchase tickets before boarding the vehicle.

 

 

 

 

Las Vegas Strip & Downtown Express Fares (effective September 30, 2012)

2-Hr All-Access Pass: $6.00
24-Hr. All-Access Pass: $8.00
3-Day Full Fare All Access Pass: $20.00

30-Day All Access Pass $65

 

Note: Children 5 years and younger ride free and must be accompanied by an adult.

 

Your Strip & Downtown Express All Access Pass includes access to all RTC Residential Routes, Strip & Downtown Express and Deuce on the Strip.

 

Strip & Downtown Express Map & Schedule 2013

 

Strip & Downtown Express Route & Schedule

 

Deuce on the Strip Route & Schedule

 

WestCliff Airport Express Route & Schedule

 

 

Bus routes to off strip Las Vegas hotels

 

 

 

	Single Ride	2-Hour	24-Hour	3-Day	5-Day	30-Day
Residential Routes	$2	$3*	$5	$15 ^	$20 ^	$65 ^*
Strip & Downtown	NA	$6 *	$8 *	$20 ^*	NA	$65 ^*
Reduced Residential Routes	$1	$1.50	$2.50	NA	$10 ^	$32.50 ^*

 

Bus Rapid Transit Las Vegas

 

The Las Vegas Bus Rapid Transit connects the southern and central portions of The Strip to off-Strip locations (such as Downtown, the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas Premium Outlets, and the Las Vegas Outlet Center) as quickly as possible.

 

Las Vegas Strip & Downtown Express Frequency Information

 

The Strip & Downtown Express (SDX) route runs approximately every 12 to 15 minutes and operates from 9 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.

 

Strip & Downtown Express Frequency Information Operates from 9 AM to 12:30 AM, everyday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM	Approximately Every 15 Minutes
10:00 AM to 11:00 PM	Approximately every 12 Minutes
11:00 PM to 12:30 AM	Approximately Every 15 Minutes
12:30 AM to 9 AM	Does Not Operate - Use Deuce AM Route
First trips begin in each direction at 9 a.m. - first trips may not reach middle of route until approximately 9:30 a.m. Last trips of the evening begin at 12:30 a.m. in each direction. Strip & Downtown Express service will start at 7 a.m. on days with major conventions at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Visit rtcsnv.com for more information. On evenings with a 1 a.m. Fremont Street Experience light show, the last southbound departure will be at approximately 1:30 a.m. Visit rtcsnv.com for more information.

 

2013 Las Vegas Convention Service Details

If you plan to attend any of the Las Vegas Conventions listed below, you will be glad to learn that the Strip & Downtown Express route will start service at 7 a.m. on days listed below to take you to these conventions.

For more information, please call (702) 228- RIDE (7433).

Service Dates	Las Vegas Convention
1/8/2013 - 1/11/2013	International Consumer Electronic Show
1/30/2013 - 1/31/2013	Tobacco Plus Expo 2013
1/17/2013 - 1/19/2013	Sports Licensing & Tailgate Show 2013
1/22/2013 - 1/25/2013	International Builders Show 2013
2/10/2013 - 2/12/2013	Vacuum Dealers Trade Association 2013
3/04/2013 - 3/07/2013	2013 HELI EXPO
3/12/2013 - 3/13/2013	CaterSource/Event Solutions Annual Conference and Tradeshow 2013
3/13/2013 - 3/14/2013	International Wireless Communications 2013 Expo
3/15/2013 - 3/18/2013	2013 American Taekwondo Assn/West Coast Tournament
5/07/2013 - 5/09/2013	National Hardware Show 2013
5/17/2013 - 5/18/2013	American Towman ShowPlace 2013
5/28/2013 - 6/03/2013	AARP Life@50+ National Event & Expo 2013
6/05/2013 - 6/10/2013	World Tea Expo 2013
6/16/2013 - 6/18/2013	Labor Arbitration Institute Program on Labor Law & Labor Arbitration 2013
6/22/2013 - 6/28/2013	International Bowl Expo 2013
7/24/2013 - 7/27/2013	Association of Woodworking & Furnishing Suppliers Fair 2013
10/06/2013 - 10/09/2013	International Baking Industry Expo - 2013
10/22/2013 - 10/24/2013	Webmasterworld's Search & Internet Marketing Conference - Pubcon 2013
11/18/2013 - 11/21/2013	imX (Interactive Manufacturing Experience) 2013
11/19/2013 - 11/21/2013	ISSA / INTERCLEAN North America 2013
11/22/2013 - 11/24/2013	Live Design International 2013

Strip & Downtown Express Stops along the Vegas Strip
Northbound Stations	Southbound Stations
Mandalay Bay Rd	Fashion Show Mall
Showcase Mall	Bellagio
Paris	Excalibur
Wynn Las Vegas	Mandalay Bay

 

Using Ticket Now

 

Ticket Now is a pay before boarding ticketing system that speeds up the boarding process by allowing passengers to purchase fares at Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) located at transit stops. See the map above for locations of TVM's

 

At ticket vending machines (TVM) you can purchase a one way pass, day passes or 30-day passes.

 

Note: Fares must be purchased at TVMs before boarding premium service routes.

**Premium service includes Strip & Downtown Express, and Deuce on the Strip

 

Fareboxes are still available onboard the Deuce on the Strip vehicles but passengers on Deuce on the Strip are encouraged to pay before boarding.

 

Things you know about riding the Las Vegas Strip & Downtown Express

 

Passengers must maintain possession of proof of payment received upon purchase while riding the Strip & Downtown Express.

 

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 Strip & Downtown Express, 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.

 

One block before your stop, notify the driver by pulling the bell cord or pushing the button located on the stand poles, next to the seats. If you are not familiar with the area, ask the driver to call out your street as it approaches. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), drivers will announce major stops and transfer points if requested by anyone.

 

Points of interest when riding the Strip & Downtown Express

 

The Strip & Downtown Express provides a faster service with fewer stops between the Vegas Strip and Downtown Las Vegas. In addition to seeing some of the magnificent resorts and attractions along the Vegas Strip, riding the Strip & Downtown Express also allows you to visit the

 

• Fremont Street Experience

• Las Vegas Premium Outlets-North
• Symphony Park/World Market Center Las Vegas

 

Las Vegas Strip & Downtown Express Accessibility

 

All Strip & Downtown Express buses are lift-equipped, kneel to the curb, and have low floors to accommodate passengers using mobility devices. The Strip & Downtown Express, 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

 

Strip & Downtown Express Lost and found

 

If you left an item on the Las Vegas Strip & Downtown Express, 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.

 

Strip & Downtown Express How-To

 

How to take the bus from Las Vegas Strip to Silverton Casino

From Las Vegas Blvd take the southbound Strip & Downtown Express (SDX) to the South Strip Transfer Terminal (SSTT). At the SSTT, take bus Route 217 westbound. The stop for Silverton is located on the hotel property.

 

How to take the bus from Las Vegas Strip to South Point Hotel & Casino

From Las Vegas Blvd take the southbound Strip & Downtown Express (SDX) to the South Strip Transfer Terminal (SSTT). At the SSTT, take bus Route 117 , which will drop off across from the South Point. The return pick-up bus stop is located on the South Point property, just south of the Valet area.

 

How to take the bus from Las Vegas Strip to the Las Vegas Premium Outlets South

From the Vegas Strip, take the Strip & Downtown Express from the following Southbound stops:
Fremont Street (across from Golden Nugget), Stratosphere, Bonneville Transit Center, Arts District, Stratosphere, Sahara, Convention Center, Fashion Show, Bellagio, Excalibur, Mandalay Bay.
Buses run 9 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. everyday. Buses depart approximately every 15 minutes. Tickets - $5 for 2-hour All Access Pass or $7 for a 24-hour All Access Pass.
Purchase tickets from Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) at all locations listed.

 

From South Point Hotel and Casino take Route 117 to Las Vegas Premium Outlets South

From Silverton Casino take Route 217 to Las Vegas Premium Outlets South

 

 

How to take the bus from Las Vegas Strip to the Las Vegas Premium Outlets North

From the Vegas Strip, take the Strip & Downtown Express from the following Northbound stops:
South Strip Transfer Terminal, Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand, Paris, Wynn/Encore, Convention Center, Sahara (Monorail Station), Stratosphere, Arts District, Bonneville Transit Center and Fremont Street (on Casino Center).
Runs 9 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. everyday. Buses depart approximately every 15 minutes.

 

Other ways to Get Around Las Vegas

 

Taking a walk on the Vegas Strip	How to Get a Free Shuttle Ride
Where to rent a car in Las Vegas	How to take a Las Vegas taxi
How to hop on the Deuce	Las Vegas Airport Shuttle
How to ride the Las Vegas monorail	How to Ride the SDX

 

 

Share your experience riding the Strip & Downtown Express

 

Comments to date: 11. Page 1 of 1.

debbie	Apr 14, 2013
just got married, 1st time to LV/staying @ Terribles hotel&casino/can I ride monorail or sdx from my hotel to excalibur,stratospere & freemont st. then back to my hotel? What are these hours for operation on each way? Can I use the same ticket for sdx & monorail?
Shelley	Apr 10, 2013
We are staying on Freemont Street from there staying on the strip. Which bus can we take our luggage on with us? It is not big suitcases, just the pull alongs. Admin:  You can ride the deuce or SDX buses.
Bob	Jan 11, 2013
I need to go from Fremont Street to Bellagio. Single trip, how much will the fars be?
sandra	Nov 22, 2012
I need to get the reduced-fare photo ID card from Bonneville Transit Center. What bus do I take to get there from Bally Hotel on the strip? N
Sam	Nov 21, 2012
Is there a reduced fare 24hr or multi-days options for people over 65yrs using the Deuce, SDX and 202?
Ken	Oct 21, 2012
We are coming on Oct 30, and am wondering, I use a walker-one with a seat and wheels, will I have any difficulty using it and the bus? Admin:  No you won't. All buses are equipped with lifts.
Joe Mandrachia	Oct 19, 2012
We are coming to las vegas in a couple weeks and plan to use the 202, 109, 117, duece and sdx express buses. Is there a weekly pass that is good on all of these and do we need a transfer or something to go from the 202 to the 109 bus ? joe23mailbox@yahoo.com
Dave	Sep 20, 2012
Is the 3 day pass good for both the Deuce and SDX? Admin:  Yes
PK	Jul 29, 2012
You need to catch the bus one more stop South and change there at the bus depot to head back North.
Natalie	Jul 28, 2012
I was wondering the same thing, how to get back northbound from the South Outlets! Admin:  The SDX Southbound stop for Paris is the Bellagio stop. From there, walk across the street to Paris. Your 24hr pass is good on both the SDX and the Deuce.
Gloria	Mar 22, 2012
SDX has a stop at Premium outlet (South). How can I take the bus back to Paris Hotel? It seems no Northbound stop at outlet? Can I use 24 hr pass to ride on the SDX and the Deuce within one day?

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