Las Vegas Public Transit

Quote: pacomartin

It will also provide a way for tourists to get to the end of the Monorail

I have seen durned little discussion of the monorail, maybe just missed it... it is still somewhat limited and a bit pricey, eh? Still, I would plan to use it plenty, or is that dumb? Havent been to Vegas in some time.

The monorail is very fun, and underutilized, in my opinion.
Big advantage: access to most strip casinos, without having to worry about designated drivers. You can cruise from place-to-place while remaining intoxicated, and not having to pay for cabs.

It does require more walking than it should, as it brings you in through the back entrances (except the Hilton). So if you want to get from the monorail to the strip, you have to walk past all the restaurants, shops, and casino floor.

I wouldn't use it on my first trip, because you would want to see a lot.
Usually we will rent a car for 1 or 2 days on the trip (to get to downtown or other sites), and use the monorail for the rest.

I've found the Ace bus is good for getting TO downtown. But late at night, everyone is waiting in a big line to get on the bus back to the strip.

Quote: dudestupid

I've found the Ace bus is good for getting TO downtown. But late at night, everyone is waiting in a big line to get on the bus back to the strip.

A trick is to get on the ACE at the Downtown Transit Center (bus station to the north of downtown about two blocks behind Binion's Casino. It is very innercity, but the bus actually starts there. It is completely empty before it goes to Las Vegas Blvd and Fremont and picks up the hoards of tourists.


Regarding Westcliff Airport Express
A bus that makes it's first stop after the airport as the end of the monorail should make the monorail a lot more appealing. The name of the bus does not promote the idea that it is an inexpensive way to get to the strip. That use will no doubt not be highlighted because of the Taxi union. Besides, the 30 minute headway will discourage regular use as many people will not want to wait.