How do you get to Las Vegas?
Getting There1.4/10Among the 5% hardest cities to reach
- Main airport
- Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: psswestcoast.com, aerotourist.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Las Vegas airport taxis use flat-rate zones rather than meters. Confirm the approximate total with the driver before departure.
- Rideshare surge pricing is extreme during major events (Raiders games, Sphere concerts, convention week, New Year's Eve). Pre-booked fixed-rate private car service eliminates this risk entirely.
- During the Las Vegas Grand Prix (typically November), Las Vegas Boulevard is closed during circuit operation periods, eliminating normal rideshare and taxi access to mid-Strip hotels. Pre-booked private car service with pre-planned routes is the only reliable option.
- You cannot hail a taxi on the street in Las Vegas. Taxis must pick up passengers at a physical address (hotel taxi line, airport queue, etc.). Use a hotel's designated taxi stand or call ahead.
- Rideshare pickup is in a parking garage, not curbside at the airport—a longer walk than taxi queues. Allow extra time for the walk.
- If your resort offers a free airport shuttle (some do with advance reservation), this avoids transportation costs entirely.
- Luggage handling varies: taxis and private transfers handle multiple suitcases easily; rideshare trunks are limited by vehicle size; public buses require you to manage luggage yourself.
Strip Internal Transport
Las Vegas Monorail
- Cost
- $5.00
single-ride fare approximately $5–$6
- Coverage
- 7 stops along central and north Strip
- Description
- Automated monorail with 7 stops running along the east side of the Strip from MGM Grand (southern terminus) to Las Vegas Convention Center area (northern terminus). Does not connect to the airport.
The Deuce Bus (RTC)
- Cost
- $20
3-day pass $20
- Description
- 24-hour public transportation bus line serving the Strip and downtown Las Vegas. Double-decker buses. Frequent service.
Pros
- Stops at most major resorts
- Top deck sightseeing
- Frequent service
Walking
- Description
- The Strip is walkable, though distances between major properties can be substantial (1–2 miles between ends).
Cons
- Long distances in desert heat
Pros
- Free
Vegas Loop
- Description
- Autonomous vehicle shuttle service. Resorts World extension carries passengers directly between Resorts World and LVCC West Hall.
Ground Transport Airport To Strip
10–15 Minutes Typical; Traffic and Arrival Waves Can Extend
- Cost
- $25
flat-rate ranges $25–$35 depending on distance, traffic, and time of day
- Option
- Taxi
- Description
- Queue located directly outside baggage claim at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. Nevada Taxicab Authority regulates rates and safety.
Cons
- Long waits during peak travel times
Pros
- Easy to find without reservation
- Handles luggage well
10–15 Minutes Plus Walk to Pickup Area
- Cost
- $20
ranges $20–$45 depending on demand and traffic; surges 4–6× base rates during major events (post-Raiders game, post-Sphere concert, convention week departures, New Year's Eve)
- Option
- Rideshare (Uber, Lyft)
- Description
- Pickup zones are restricted to designated areas. Terminal 1 rideshare area on level 2 of parking garage; Terminal 3 rideshare area at valet level of parking garage. Designated app-based pickup enforced.
Cons
- Surge pricing during high-demand periods
- Longer walk to pickup zones
- Highly volatile pricing on event days
Pros
- App-based convenience
- Varied vehicle sizes available
Longer Due to Multiple Stops
- Cost
- $19
typically ranges $15–$20 per person as of 2026
- Option
- Shared Airport Shuttle
- Description
- Includes companies like GO Airport Shuttle and Bell Trans. Check in at designated doors outside baggage claim. Multiple stops at different hotels.
Cons
- Longer ride due to multiple hotel drop-offs
Pros
- Budget-friendly
- No surge pricing
- Handles luggage
- Can book curbside pickup
Varies; Slower Due to Multiple Stops
- Cost
- $4.00
single ride $4; 2-hour pass $6
- Option
- Public Bus (RTC)
- Description
- Regional Transportation Commission operates multiple routes from Terminal 1 at Level Zero. Route 108 serves Strip locations and UNLV. Route 109 connects to South Strip Transit Terminal with onward connections. Centennial Express (CX) is a limited-stop service to downtown Las Vegas.
Cons
- Wait times during peak hours
- Multiple transfers may be required
- Least convenient for large luggage
Pros
- Lowest cost option
- 24-hour service available
Varies Based on Traffic
- Option
- Car Rental
- Description
- Harry Reid International Airport Rent-A-Car Center houses 10 car rental companies in one location. Open 24/7 with continuous shuttle service to and from airport terminals.
Cons
- Cost of daily rental plus parking and insurance
Pros
- Full mobility around the city
Private Car Service / Limousine
- Description
- Various companies offer sedans, SUVs, vans, and limousines. Pre-booking recommended for availability and fixed rates. Pickup assistance and curbside service.
Cons
- Higher cost than taxis or public transit
Pros
- Fixed pricing—no surge
- Professional drivers
- Curbside pickup
- Luggage assistance
Airport
- Name
- Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
- Terminals
- 2
- Distance To Strip
- approximately 4 miles
- Note
- Busiest airport in the Las Vegas area; two terminals serve millions of visitors annually
Rail Service
Not applicable—Las Vegas has no Amtrak or intercity passenger rail service.
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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