To explore the Las Vegas Strip with less walking, choose transport for your exact entrance and destination, then count station access and resort corridors as part of the journey. The nearest hotel name on a map does not necessarily mean the nearest boarding point. Group nearby reservations together and compare the complete route before buying a pass.
Operator information checked October 15, 2026. Services, access routes and pickup arrangements can change; confirm the route for your travel day.
Which transport fits your actual trip?
| Your journey | Option to compare | Walking and access to include |
|---|---|---|
| Between stations on the east side, from MGM Grand toward SAHARA or the Convention Center | Paid Las Vegas Monorail | The route has seven stations. Check the operator’s directions to the station and the destination entrance; there is no airport or Fremont Street station. |
| Bellagio, ARIA/Shops at Crystals and Park MGM area | ARIA Express tram | Check the current station and onward route for your property. Nearby Vdara access does not mean the train stops at your room or restaurant. |
| Mandalay Bay, Luxor and Excalibur | Free south-Strip tram | Check train direction and station signs. MGM Grand is not one of these three resorts; onward travel adds another part to the journey. |
| Strip-to-downtown travel or other stops along its route | RTC Deuce bus | Include the walk to the correct-direction stop, waiting, traffic and the walk after alighting. Visitors need the applicable Strip and All Access fare product. |
| A particular restaurant or show entrance, especially when extra transfers are difficult | Taxi or rideshare | Identify the designated pickup point and suitable drop-off. Compare those internal routes with the rail or bus alternative before ordering a car. |
Use station directions, not just the route diagram
The Monorail’s station-access directions describe how to reach each boarding point. For example, the Harrah’s/The LINQ station page describes travel through the property and changes of level. A train can reduce the distance traveled on foot while still leaving a substantial approach to the platform.
The operator welcomes wheelchairs, walkers and mobility scooters and lists elevator service at all stations. Confirm the route and current elevator availability if either matters to your trip. Ask the property or operator about your particular device and any assistance needed; a general accessibility listing does not establish that every route is suitable for every traveler.
Recheck tram hours and the return journey
ARIA’s transport page currently contains two different closing-time descriptions: its standard hours show 8 a.m.–midnight, while a walkway-construction notice describes an extension to 2 a.m. during that closure. Confirm the day’s operation with the property rather than relying on the later time. Do the same for each separate tram; a Monorail ticket does not create an end-to-end tram connection.
For rideshare, find the pickup area before requesting the car. Mandalay Bay’s transport page, for example, places pickup south of the lobby at beach level and drop-off at the main drive. Ask staff for the route that suits your access needs.
Compare cost for everyone and every ride
Use current fares for the pass duration you need, and compare the live car quote or taxi terms for the same journey. RTC and Monorail passes are separate products. For a group, multiply each pass price by the number of paying riders, then compare that with all planned car rides and any relevant extras.
Hypothetical comparison: three $10 passes cost $30. Two shared car journeys quoted at $18 each cost $36 before any extra charges or chosen tips. The passes are $6 cheaper in this example, but only useful if their routes, validity and walking access fit your plans. These amounts are calculation inputs, not current fare quotes.
Our Vegas taxi and rideshare guide explains fare checks. Keep the itinerary manageable by choosing one resort cluster at a time, identifying places to stop and rest, and leaving a margin before a timed reservation.
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