Key Points:
- The Deuce Bus runs along the Strip and to Fremont Street for a reasonable price ($4 for a single ride).
- While inexpensive, The Deuce is slow because it makes many stops and is often crowded.
- The SDX, an express version of The Deuce, was discontinued and won’t return.
According to a Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) survey, 42% of visitors ventured downtown in 2025.
Considering an Uber/Lyft from the Strip to downtown can cost $20+ one way, the bus can be a cost-effective solution.
Getting To Fremont Street By Bus
Visitors on the Strip looking to reach Fremont Street by bus will need to take the Deuce, which runs up and down the Strip and extends to downtown.
Although slow, the Deuce offers great views of resorts along the Strip. Grab a seat on the top floor of the double-decker bus and enjoy the ride!

Ticketing is Easy
Bus tickets and passes are offered in 2-hour, 24-hour, and 3-day increments and cost $6, $8, and $20, respectively.
A single ride costs just $4.
You can buy these options at electronic ticket vending machines, which are easy to use and available at each stop.
The quickest and easiest way to buy your ticket, though, is through the RideRTC smartphone app, available for both iOS and Android devices. Simply buy your pass and scan the electronic ticket on your phone when you board.
Deuce Stops are Numerous
Deuce bus stops are frequent, both northbound and southbound, and are marked clearly along the Strip. You won’t need to walk far to find one.
Northbound Bus Stops (Heading Towards Fremont Street): Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand, Polo Towers, Planet Hollywood, Paris, Harrah’s, Venetian, Wynn, Resorts World, Circus Circus, Sahara, STRAT, and the Fremont Street Experience.
Southbound Bus Stops (Heading Towards The Strip): STRAT, Sahara, Circus Circus, TI, Caesars Palace, Bellagio/Cosmopolitan, Park MGM, Excalibur, Luxor, Mandalay Bay.
In addition to Fremont Street to the north, The Deuce also makes a stop at the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign, Town Square, and the LV Premium Outlets south of the Strip.
Here is the full Deuce route map:

Downsides of Taking the Bus To Fremont Street
It can’t be all roses, right?
While taking the bus to and from Fremont Street from the Strip is easily the cheapest way to get back and forth, there are a couple of downsides to be aware of:
The Deuce can be crowded
During prime time, The Deuce is commonly jam-packed, and you don’t always get to choose who’ll be in your personal bubble.
Something to consider, especially in a post-pandemic world where some are still wary of crowds.
The Deuce will be slow
Making stops at every resort to drop off & pick up makes this a comparatively slow ride when compared to rideshare or taxis. Be prepared for frequent stops.
Your fellow riders could be dicey
I’ll never forget my last Deuce Bus Ride. Someone behind me threw up, and the puddle of barf inched forward, closer to my feet every time the bus slowed down or came to a stop.
Unlike a more private form of transportation, you don’t get to choose who sits next to you.
Although there are a few “cons” associated with taking the bus to and from downtown, for many, the cheap price tag makes enduring crowds and a slower ride worthwhile.
Enjoy your trip to downtown Las Vegas while saving some money in the process!
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I’m a former software salesman turned Vegas aficionado. While the craps table is my preferred habitat, I pull myself away to explore new attractions, shows, restaurants, and outdoor activities around Las Vegas with the intent of sharing my experiences.
Ultimately, I just want to help folks plan a better trip and save a few bucks in the process.
