Las Vegas Monorail Vs Free Tram Vs Bus vs Walking!

[@TravelMaximizer]

Have you ever taken the Tram, Bus or Monorail? What was your experience? Let us know in the comments. You can see more of my Vegas reviews here --> kzbin.info/aero/PLI8soX_sN8VLW46qUHmGJupMvMgwTKWSl

[@michaelcap9550]

Can't beat The Duece 24 Hour pass. Cheaper than cabs.

[@pablojancowski2652]

You forgot the tram from the mirage to treasure island

[@hr5020]

First trip to Vegas in 2021, I purchased the four day monorail ticket. I used it SO many times, just loved the convenience. I do agree that there is a lot of walking to get to the station, but it is out of the heat if it's too hot outside. Used my phone to get on the train, easy, quick and convenient, highly recommended.

[@vichyssoise80]

When I stayed at the Flamingo 2 years ago, I wish I did try the Monorail. Next month I'll probably get a chance. The only thing I don't like about it is that it serves one side, but it's still a very quick option. We're staying at NYNY this time though, so being inbetween both trams I think is pretty awesome. We took the Deuce out to Fremont Street and they tended to be rather crowded each time we got on. Sometimes it feels like a Lyft/Uber is faster and depending, it feels cheaper anyway when you consider the eventual cost of tickets.

[@markfinn0]

If you're going to/from downtown to/from the Strip (or airport) - take the 108 bus along Paradise (a block east of the Strip). Cheaper and faster than the Deuce - plus it goes right to/from the airport. Downside - it only runs every 30 minutes.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thanks for the tip

[@sexygeek8996]

You can also take the 109 which runs along Maryland Parkway (a mile east of Paradise). It runs more often than the 108 but it is busier (slower) and you need to go in the right direction because the airport isn't at the end of the route. North goes downtown. South goes to the South Strip Terminal where you can transfer to the Deuce.

[@LaFantasia0327]

Genuine asking. What do you do after you get off at a block off from the strip?

[@markfinn0]

@@LaFantasia0327 You're usually near the rear entrance of one (or more) casinos.

[@TravelMaximizer]

@LaFantasia0327 a block from the strip can be far because those blocks are long and sometimes not that safe. Be careful and walk to the strip if you are not on the strip.

[@kmwu8702]

One of the reason the trams are not connected was they own by different companies before when they were build. From business point of view, the casino want their customer stay in their hotel and not go anywhere else. Can they connect them together now since most are either own by MGM or Caeser Group? Of course they can, but this will go back to my pervious point. Casino like Luxor want their customer to stay in the hotel and spend their money there, not just stay for their cheaper room rate and spend their money at Aria and Bellagio etc. Also, their trams might be a different type, they might need to redo the whole system for one or two of them. That could be a lot of $$$$. Of course I love to see them connected together, but I don't think it will happen any time soon.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Interesting perspective. Thank you for the comment. Since the mgm hotels are all near each other seems like it would be good to have an mgm loop like an air port air train loop that goes to different terminals. They can exclude cedar properties and still benefit. There are pros and cons to connecting them but I think of it was easier to get from the mgm Mandalay Bay to center strip bellagio, more people would be willing to stay at Mandalay for the peace and quiet but still have access to center strip action.

[@NicEeEe843]

@@TravelMaximizerthe cost would be exponentially higher than what it is now, can’t imagine it would be an option for most people considering simply refitting the monorail would supposedly cost over 200 million

[@shelovestheslots]

Regarding "from Mandalay Bay to Bellagio": the tram actually has two stops at Excalibur so you wouldn't have to walk through the entire casino of Excalibur unless you get out at the first stop. If you wait until the second stop you're actually outside of the casino at the corner of Tropicana and Las Vegas boulevard were you can exit and take the bridge directly up to New York. Also there are a total of three free trams. The third is between the Mirage and Treasure Island

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thank you so much for your comment! It's true that the second stop on the Excalibur tram from The Luxor isn't widely known, but it can be quite handy if you're in the know. The first stop does tend to be more popular with travelers. As for the tram between the Mirage and Treasure Island, it's primarily designed for hotel guests wanting quick access between the two properties. For those strolling along the Strip, it might not be the most practical option, and I aim to create concise and informative videos. However, I always welcome additional insights and suggestions from viewers in polite and thoughtful comments. Your input is greatly appreciated!

[@hrpickinstuff]

I only stay at Hotels that have a monorail station. Usually the Horseshoe or Westgate. It's the main way I get around Las Vegas going both North and South. I can't say enough about it.

[@TravelMaximizer]

It’s a great system!

[@myYouTube1travel]

Thanks for explaining the diffrence. I see videos where people are calling the free tram the monorail.😮

[@TravelMaximizer]

Confusing right? Thank you for the comment!

[@summerladner180]

Thank you so much for this informative video. I’ll be going for my second trip this December we have a convention at one end but wanting to play and explore at the other end. We prob will still change hotels mid trip but this will be a great option for when we can’t walk. As I so don’t wanna freeze lol

[@TravelMaximizer]

Have fun!

[@Doomsdeath17]

appreciate the insight, from someone who normally walks it was nice to see the other options & "tram station to DaLay BAY!!!" yeaaa boi thats where to be

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thanks for the comment!

[@oriol108]

it0s a pity that the monorail don't arrive to the Airport !

[@TravelMaximizer]

Agreed. That would be great to have a monorail stop at the airport. Even to downtown .

[@sexygeek8996]

That is because the shitty taxi industry wanted to eliminate competition ... and succeeded. I don't recommend taxis. They are very expensive in Las Vegas and they often cheat you by taking longer routes.

[@Perich29]

They also need to extend the Monorail to the Outlet south mall and eventualy connect to the Brightline west train station.

[@Jon_from_LI]

I could never understand why Vegas doesn't have any convenient means of connecting the strip to the Airport. You'd assume it would be a no-brainer.

[@michaelellringer5600]

@@Jon_from_LI the 9-10,000 taxi drivers would never allow it and they lobby the Clark County Commissioners, have been for decades. The Taxi companies wouldn't even allow the Monorail to go from the MGM to the Airport. Sinless city is the last big city in the country to not have a light rail system and it ain't gonna happen.

[@LHRSSA]

Sir, that video is amazing. I'm from Brazil/England and 2024 I'm going to Las Vegas for the very first time. So that video was extremely well explained and the maps showing the stations were outstanding. Well done.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Hey, thanks Man. That's the best comment I've had on since I started my KZbin channel January this year. I appreciate it! Have fun in Vegas! Shout out to England and Brazil!

[@bnellaniyah]

Thanks for the video. Last time I visited i rented a car. This time i planned on taking the bus most places. Dissapointed to hear the bus service is so unreliable. Sounds like the monorail and rideshare (for off strip ventures may be the best option.)

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thanks for the comment have fun in Vegas!

[@54Ripster]

I usually stay downtown area when visiting Vegas, Use the deuce bus if we want to visir the strip especially in late day/evenings, as you said not the fastest or best, but serves our purpose for what it is. Good video for those visiting Vegas the first time.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thank you. I heard that the reason for the unusually slow traffic and large amount of construction on the strip were upgrades related to the F1 even later this year. I'll give the bus a try again next year and update accordingly. Thank you for the comment, 54Ripster.

[@steveO6331]

My wife and I were in Vagas 4 days ago. Stayed at the D in downtown Vagas. We traveled up and down the strip on the Deuce yes, buses were full in the evening, so we just waited 10 minutes or less for the next bus. They were clean as well. A little bit of a waiting was fine with us. This was during the time that the strip was under preparation for F1. It was not perfect, but it was not an inconvenience either.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Interesting. Thank you for the comment

[@JohnPaul-pb4eu]

i agree and when we re on vacation what s the big rush right? The Deuce is great

[@TravelMaximizer]

I’ll give it a try again thanks

[@basshead2003]

Interesting to hear your perspective. I just got back from Vegas yesterday and did not have good experiences using The Duce. With the construction on the strip, the buses were always late and bunched up. I ended up buying a multi day pass for the monorail and using it to get around more than the bus (stayed at Planet Hollywood, so it made using the monorail a bit more convenient than if I would have been staying on the other side of the Strip). Yes, there’s a bit of walking involved to get to/from the monorail, but still better than waiting for what feels like an eternity for the bus. Obviously, there were times when I had to take the bus, such as to Fremont Street and the Las Vegas sign. Going to the Las Vegas sign, I waited nearly 40 min for the bus to finally show up; not fun in the 115 degree heat. Looking back, I should have taken an Uber/Lyft. Going to Fremont Street, I took the monorail between the Sahara and the Horseshoe and the bus between the Sahara and downtown. I couldn’t wait to get off the bus at the Sahara coming back from downtown so I didn’t have to listen to the drunk/homeless people arguing with each other.

[@angel0island0ninja]

I made the mistake of visiting last November, and often out walked the bus to wherever I was going.

[@wilsonking1617]

I’ve done all of these options over the years. The free monorails are fine but there still is a bit of walking in between the casinos. Same for the Las Vegas monorail. It’s pretty efficient but you have to walk all the way back through the casinos and back out again so there still a bit of walking. The Deuce bus is not a bad option. It’s relatively inexpensive but right now with all the construction and traffic its slow getting down the strip. Uber is not too bad in Las Vegas but they get stuck in traffic too.

[@mikerubin22]

excellent production, thank you for posting; what part of NY are you from?

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thank you for the compliment, I appreciate it. Midtown Manhattan.

[@Jer1190]

The paid monorail is definitely the way to go. I bought the 3 day pass and I used it several times.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Cool. I think that is the way to go if you have plans to travel through the strip daily. There is so much to see for most people to stay around their hotel that they may want to wait to their second Vegas trip before committing to a 3 day pass.

[@charliepearson1678]

We where just recently in Las Vegas . and finally experienced the last of all the trans port ways you talked about here in your video .I totally agree about the bus . that was just nasty and we wont do it again . the tram from Mandalay bay to Excalibur was handy . We didnt do the one at MGM Park over to Cosmo . (seemed to far out of the way ) . the one at Hard Rock over to Treasure Island is all so handy (for that short of a walk other wise ) But i will have to disagree on the monorail . to us it was not convenient . the walk to the station (in side Harrah's ) was very far . we could of walked to the Linq in less steps . so I would not recommend it UN-less your going a good distance on it . thanks for the vid .

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thank you for the comment!

[@TheTroopersCorner]

I’ve had different experiences with the deuce, we have rarely had to wait long & they usually weren’t overcrowded that being said though, if I was just going to the next casino I definitely would walk but if we were going from the south end to midatrip,or I wanted to get down to Freemont street the bus is the way to go.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thanks for the comment!

[@TheTroopersCorner]

@@TravelMaximizer​​⁠Took the monorail for the first time yesterday, I like it, may use it exclusively for just cruising up & down the strip from now on, I like how it doesn’t stop every two blocks like the bus & isn’t affected by traffic. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@lpgilber]

My first time on the strip I stayed at the Mandalay Bay and I walked that strip several times and enjoyed the walk. I went during the cooler months so I wasn't bothered by the heat. There were lots of people and lots to see. I totally enjoyed the vibe and I love walking on the whole. I think I need the walk after all the eating I do.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Do you remember how long ago it was that you went to Vegas for the first time? Thank you for the comment.

[@lpgilber]

@@TravelMaximizer It was about four years ago I think. But I'm going again this November and I'm quite excited.

[@JohnPaul-pb4eu]

I also try to stay at a hotel with a monorail station. The only issue is that on certain nights the monorail gets shutdown early for scheduled maintenance. If there is emergency repair then it could be out for a day or so. I was staying at Westgate and had gone to the Luxor to see a show, at around 1am I went back to MGM to go back to my hotel and couldn't go by monorail because of the scheduled maintenance shutdown. I ended up taking a taxi back and that was over $20. Live and learn

[@robertmcnearny9222]

I have only been once. We walked. Parked at Luxor. Walked to Aria and back. It is a long walk

[@HummingbirdInAHurricane]

The Monorail is great when you want to cover the broader Strip beyond the most densely-populated touristy crowds. It doesn't make any sense whatsoever if you're staying on the central Strip and base your entire trip around the central Strip like many tend to do, but for those who are more adventurous and want to live a little beyond center Strip I find the Monorail a great option. 🙂 The Deuce simply isn't worth it if you're using it exclusively to get from one Strip resort to another. You're simply better off walking in this context. But if you're using the Deuce to get to the Fremont Street Experience, I do think it'd worth it in that context. It can sometimes be tedious and even smothering a commute, but it still beats paying more for an Uber. I've never seen any real use value in the trams personally. It may just be because I'm a fast walker, but even so how much ground are you REALLY covering with any of them? A pretty negligible amount if you ask me. But I guess the novelty of doing it just to say you did is certainly there for first-timers. 🙂 All in all walking is EASILY my favorite of the four options, followed easily by the Monorail. I personally enjoy walking all the way from Mandalay Bay to Sahara at least once every trip (or vice-versa), and it's a great way to get steps in and keep those alcohol and sugar calories in check I've found, as well as keep a pulse on all the exciting changes up and down the ever-shapeshifting Strip. 😇

[@TravelMaximizer]

Such a great comment!

[@beaveronabike]

I've found the Deuce to be the most useful for Strip travel, but it is the city bus & you should know that going in. Public transit can be an adventure. Monorail is great, but limited - and unreliable in rainy winter conditions. If you're up at the Sahara/Westgate area or need to get up there from the Strip, it's golden, but otherwise not really useful - especially considering the walk to the rear of some casino and back. I've seen Monorail cars stuck on the tracks for over an hour in the cold rain. Maybe have a pee and grab a drink before boarding if it's gloomy out. Oh, and you do get some great views from there. Free trams are nice and all, but super limited for destinations. Hyperloop is promising and works well within the CC. It's being expanded at the moment, and should be opening stops at the Westgate and Resorts World awful soon. Legend has it that it will go to downtown and the airport at some point in the future.

[@vincent412l7]

"The bus" you considered only the Deuce and ignored the bus network, which also includes service to the airport and the city. The bus shelters have a code so you can text and get the wait time for the next buses.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thank you for the comment and additional info to help others out! I have not tried those.

[@mrrpepsi24]

My wife and I have used the Bus, and I was ok with it, mainly cause you are always dropped out front of the Casinos and i can take off in any direction,

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thanks for the comment

[@jeffjanacek1222]

Great information! Thanks

[@TravelMaximizer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Perich29]

don't forget the free shuttle if you stay at the Tahiti village.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thanks I have not heard of that

[@Dark0blivion]

Another tip is that there are very cheap myVegas rewards for discounts on monorail tickets. Usually in the buy one, get one 50% off variety, so they're good if you're traveling with someone.

[@TravelMaximizer]

I still have yet to try the myVegas App. Thanks for the tip. I'll definitely check it out now.

[@Dark0blivion]

@@TravelMaximizer It's definitely worth it. You can rack up points relatively quickly, and you don't need that many points for basic comped rooms. Out of all of the apps that earn you points, I think Pop Slots is my favourite. But I usually play them all a little bit each day to maximize the points.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thanks for the tips. I have the apps now.

[@TravelMaximizer]

To follow up on this, on your suggestion, I took some time to study the myvegas rewards system and apps. I have a tip for you on the pop slots app. You don't need to play to get loyalty points. Just wait in the lobby and the loyalty meter grows on its own. You get capped out on loyalty points after about 1.5 hours and need to wait till 8pm or 8am United States Eastern time to rack up points again. I tested the methods with an old cell phone I had laying around, so I didn't tie up my main phone. By the way, the reason I even tried this technique is that I don't quite enjoy cell phone games, but I do like rewards! Thanks again for the tip. I might make a video on the rewards system because I learned alot and you are right about the value.

[@efrainmercado9482]

Do the flamingo hotel

[@TravelMaximizer]

Good idea! I've been staying at MGM mostly but I will be branching out soon. Thanks for the comment efrainmercado9842!

[@NicEeEe843]

I’ve never had issues with the bus, odd

[@TravelMaximizer]

The bus may be hit or miss now. Still always seems packed and slow. Those are the two deal breakers for me. It does save walking if you don’t mind waiting in the sun, the bus stops don’t seem to be sheltered

[@vincent412l7]

Depends on day and time of day

[@Vadam138]

What's the best option to start south & get to the festival grounds?

[@TravelMaximizer]

Hi sorry but never have been to any festival grounds in Vegas. If it’s off the strip I would say Uber. Thank you for the comment.

[@KenanTurkiye]

Don't you love trains, trams, aren't they all beautiful :) come take a ride! (at folder 2, look my way)

[@TravelMaximizer]

Song lyric? Thanks for the comment

[@KenanTurkiye]

@@TravelMaximizer :)

[@maximiliandegarnerinvonmon6457]

You should have added loop

[@TravelMaximizer]

I've never been on the loop but I have heard about it. For those that don't know, it's an underground tunnel transport system where you travel by Tesla car under the vegas strip. I just checked the website, and it seems it only takes you around the convention center and there is a new station at Resorts world Hotel. At the moment it doesn't get you around the strip. Thank you for the comment.

[@dkrohnjr1]

My mom and i like the tram and monorail

[@TravelMaximizer]

I do too thanks for the comment

[@darrylm3627]

😄Good Stuff, Great Tips

[@TravelMaximizer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mrxman581]

Completely agree. However, the Monorail all day price should be half the price. If it was $6 for a 24 hour period, many more tourists would use it. $15 a day is just enough to discourage people from using and they walk instead. I've never understood why it's always been so expensive. The entire route is only 4 miles. You would think the casinos would subsidize the monorail so the fare would be minimal considering it's a great way to bring in tourists to the casinos since you have to walk through a casino to get to most of the stations since the stations are located behind the casinos.

[@TravelMaximizer]

It is pricey but it can be worth it if you just buy a 1 way. Then save it for when you are too tired to walk. The fact is that till this day, I still only took it twice because although I would take it, I never actually do. Thank you for the comment!

[@michaelellringer5600]

Sinless City has always been about $ $ $ $ $ and greed.

[@ortegaperu8510]

How about a city wide subway system like New York or London?

[@eugene8524]

no rats, thanks

[@michaelellringer5600]

The 9-10,000 TAxi/Uber/Lyft drivers lobby the Clark County Commissioners, have been doing it for decades. Run a subway line from the airport to DT and good bye to 5,000 taxi drivers.

[@tjr-007tt]

Can you tap to pay with a credit card on the bus and monorail?

[@TravelMaximizer]

Actually I don’t know. It’s possible these days tap is everywhere but sorry not sure. I prepaid for both on their apps to get the discounts

[@ubayyd]

Great video!

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thank you for the compliment smartansari97, I appreciate it.

[@eugene8524]

Thank you for great tutorial

[@rkenzie5235]

Thank you for this!!!

[@Shinhyeonmi]

What’s the best & efficient way to get to Treasure Island hotel from airport 8am ?

[@TravelMaximizer]

Uber! Thanks for the comment.

[@Shinhyeonmi]

I thought so. Thank you!

[@uncaboat2399]

It sounds to me like you're describing the bus service in just about any major city in the US. Badly spaced, slow, poorly ventilated, dirty ... so what else is new?

[@TravelMaximizer]

Being from NYC, I've always been receptive to public transportation, yet I'm continually astonished by how disappointing it can be. Thank you for the comment!

[@latasha3472]

I used both the free trans and paid trans both were clutched.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thanks for the comment!

[@AbouTto_]

great vid

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thanks a lot! By the way I was just in Vegas last week and observed the traffic to be very slow on the Blvd. Even some lanes closed.

[@AbouTto_]

Right on. Was there in Sept., slow traffic due to F1 construction. Going next month, will try back streets and the monorail and use the Tram. @@TravelMaximizer

[@TravelMaximizer]

Have fun! By the way if you have Marriott status, soon you can status match over to mgm. MGM Gold and above gets resort fees and parking free. That’s a big savings I just made a video on that. It was a short. Thanks for the comments

[@AbouTto_]

Thank you.@@TravelMaximizer

[@ShelbyA2LA]

Thank you 😊

[@TravelMaximizer]

Thanks for the comment, Shelby!

[@alexkolanis007]

It is one of, if not the worst public bus systems ive ever used. And ive been to ALOT of countries.

[@TravelMaximizer]

Have you been on the Los Angeles Bus? Thanks for the comment.

[@michaelellringer5600]

@@TravelMaximizer L.A. has the 2nd best bus system in the country. I even used it on a weekend trip to L.A. one time, buses come by every 15 minutes.

[@josevich]

Horrible public transit. Monorail could be so good if it ecxtended to the airport and downtown

[@TravelMaximizer]

That would put taxis and uber out of business. I’m sure the city makes a lot of money from that too. Airport is so close too. Right across the street from Luxor but you can’t walk!

[@dawnmarie8797]

You are wrong…there are 3 free trams

[@TravelMaximizer]

Sorry Your comment cut out right before you started saying something helpful

[@dawnmarie8797]

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[@vincent412l7]

​@TravelMaximizer Mirage - Treasure Island used to have one, is it still running?

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[@dawnmarie8797]

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[@TravelMaximizer]

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