How often does the CX Route pick-up passengers?

While times vary, the CX picks up at the airport approximately once per hour.

Does the CX route stop on the Strip?

Yes, but service to the Strip is extremely limited. If you're staying at a resort on the south end of the Strip, the CX route could be an option.

Does the CX route go to Fremont Street?

Yes - In fact, the CX bus route is the cheapest way to get downtown from the airport.

RED LINE Bus Route - Airport to Fremont Street for Just $4!

Airport transportation in Vegas can be a ripoff, but there’s a solution: The RED LINE bus route, which is the cheapest way to get to downtown Las Vegas resorts.

It’s easy to find and use, and at only $4, the RED LINE will preserve your gambling budget.

Note for the “old timers”: The CX route, once the cheapest, no longer serves the airport.

RTC RED LINE Route Details

The RED LINE picks up on Level Zero of Terminal 1. There is no stop at Terminal 3.

Navigate to Terminal 1 while still inside the airport using the free trams, or leverage the courtesy shuttle, which picks up on Level Zero at Terminal 3 to get over there.

City Bus in Las Vegas — Going downtown from the Airport? This can be your steed for a measly $2.

Paying for your ride is straightforward. You can buy your $4 visitors pass either with cash as you board or via the RTC app.

Quick side note: The resident fare for a single ride is $2. As a non-resident, I’ve always just fed the machine $2 as I entered, not realizing I was paying the incorrect rate, and nobody asked to see my ID.

If you’re an NV resident (or a brave tourist :), you need to pay the $2 rate in cash as you board. The cheapest NV resident rate is $3 if using the app.

The bus takes 30-40 minutes to get from the Airport to Fremont Street, which is a bit longer than other options.

This bus has a luggage rack, but I found it easier to put my bag on the floor in front of me.

Route-wise, the RED LINE runs down Maryland Parkway to downtown Las Vegas. There aren’t many stops of interest on the way, but that’s OK.

As a visitor, what’s important is that you’ll board, ride for a while, and get dropped off on Fremont Street for next to nothing.

For most, stop 6778 is optimal. It’s along Carson Avenue between 3rd & 4th Street, essentially behind the D.

Here is the CX bus route map and schedule:

And there you go, the cheapest way to get from the airport to your hotel in Downtown Las Vegas.

Now take the money you saved and blow it at the tables.

Jake Hoffman

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.

More about me, here.

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Arnie Gutierrez

Monday 8th of August 2022

Jake I've been to Vegas at least 15 times over the years and have to say I really enjoy your take on a lot. Thsnks for helping an old gezzer get around.

Cindy Shelton

Monday 4th of November 2019

Hi do you have a shuttle ? I need to get a shuttle from the airport to the rental cars !!

[email protected] Thank you Cindy Shelton

Bonnie

Thursday 7th of November 2019

There is a free car rental shuttle bus just outside of the terminals. It takes you to the place where all the car rentals are. Ask anyone if still lost.