From the airport to the city centre Las Vegas

From the airport, it's easy to reach the Strip's hotels. Cabs and VTCs are available, and it takes 10-15 minutes to reach the Strip, depending on traffic.

A shuttle service runs to the main hotel-casinos on the Strip ($15 a ride).

From the airport, you can also take a free shuttle to the car rental center to pick up a rental car.

Arrival by train Las Vegas

The Las Vegas passenger station closed in the 90s due to long train delays. A high-speed rail project linking Las Vegas and Los Angeles is currently under development. This project reached a new milestone in the summer of 2023. Led by Brightline, construction could be completed around 2027. This North American company specializes in "too long to drive, but too short to fly" journeys, offering a rail service.

Public transport Las Vegas

The Las Vegas bus network isn't exactly efficient. Service is provided by the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC). A large number of bus routes cover the entire city, but their schedules are not always flexible. Depending on the line, buses run between once and three times an hour. On the Strip, buses are more frequent, stopping every 15 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Tickets cost US$4 for a single trip, but 2-hour (US$6), 24-hour (US$8) and 3-day (US$20) passes are also available. Tickets and passes can be purchased on the rideRTC, Transit and Uber applications, as well as from automatic machines and directly on the bus. In both cases, you'll need to top up your fare. The bus network operates from 5.30 a.m. to 1.30 a.m. Children under 5 travel free of charge, but must be accompanied. The RTC even offers a service for disabled people who cannot access the buses directly. Good to know: all buses are equipped to carry bicycles.

To get around the Strip, we recommend taking the Monorail. This train connects the Sahara Las Vegas to the MGM Grand with 7 stations. It runs year-round from 7 a.m. to midnight on Mondays, from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. from Tuesday to Thursday and from 7 a.m. to 3 a.m. from Friday to Sunday. A trip costs US$6 (US$5.50 in paperless version) and the 24-hour pass is sold for US$15 (US$13.45).

Bike, scooters & co Las Vegas

RTC offers the RTC Bike Share program. It's a convenient, easy-to-use transportation alternative for short trips in Downtown. The program has 23 stations, located between Sahara Las Vegas and Downtonw, with a fleet of 180 bikes (electric or not) available 24 hours a day. A 24-hour pass costs $5. The first 30 minutes are free, and additional 30 minutes cost $4. A 30-day pass for $15 allows you to ride for 1 hour free of charge ($4 for each additional hour). On the other hand, there is no electric scooter program like Lime. However, some companies do offer a scooter rental service.

With a driver Las Vegas

Like all major U.S. cities, Las Vegas has an extensive cab service and, of course, many VTC services. A word of advice: if you're traveling during off-peak hours and there are no surcharges, Uber is the most cost-effective choice. Las Vegas cab fares are regulated by the Nevada Taxicab Authority. To reach the Strip from the airport, the price is $19, $23 or $27 depending on the zone (the Strip is divided into 3 zones). You'll need to add a $2 airport pick-up charge and various other surcharges. For example, you'll be charged an additional $3 if you pay by card.

Several cab companies operate in the city: Ace/ABC Union/ANLV/Vegas Western Cab Company, Deluxe Taxicab Service, Desert Cab Company, Henderson Taxi Company, Lucky Cab Co, Nellis Cab Company, Western Cab Company, Whittlesea/Blue Cab Company and Yellow/Checker/Star Cab.

Lyft and Uber are the two main VTC services in Las Vegas. Note that during peak periods, Uber can be 4 to 5 times more expensive than the standard fare, while Lyft's surcharge at peak times will never exceed 2 times. The standard Uber fare is slightly cheaper than Lyft.

By car Las Vegas

Traffic can be heavy not only on the Strip, but also on the freeways leading out of schools and offices, notably I-15, I-215 and I-515. As for parking, it's impossible to park directly on the Strip. There are plenty of parking lots on both sides of the Strip, but beware of prices that can rise quickly. Most casinos have large self-parking lots, which will cost you an average of $15 for 1 to 3 hours' parking. Prices may be lower in some casinos. Parking is almost always free if you stay less than an hour. Beware, as prices rise from Friday to Sunday, with parking averaging $18 for 1h to 3h. Casinos also offer valet parking, with an average price (excluding tips) of $25 for a day. This can be much more expensive, depending on the "standing" of the hotel. Members of loyalty programs can take advantage of free parking, depending on their status. A little tip: if you want to stay on the upper part of the Strip, near the Venetian Palazzo, the Wynn and Encore self-parking facilities are entirely free.

Accessibility Las Vegas

Accessibility for people with disabilities is well taken care of in major American cities, such as Las Vegas, and in major parks.

Tourist traps Las Vegas

As everywhere else in the world, the golden rule is to ignore the many people who approach you as you leave the airport, especially those who offer to drive you to your hotel. Don't listen to them, as you may regret it if you run into problems. Above all, you risk paying much more than the price of a cab, Uber or Lyft ride.