The Las Vegas Monorail is the fastest way up and down the east side of the Strip, and most visitors never use it. Here are the stops, hours and prices, plus the hotels at each station, from a 24-year local.
Seven stops, MGM Grand to SAHARA, above the traffic.
It’s worth it if your hotel is near a station, especially for conventions and big event weeks. It doesn’t serve the west side of the Strip or the airport.
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Its own Monorail station, one stop from the convention center.
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Nevada residents ride for $1 with a valid Nevada ID, bought at a station booth.
Hotels near stationsThe Monorail runs behind the resorts on the east side of the Strip, on an elevated track above the traffic. Trains typically come every few minutes, and the whole line takes about 15 minutes end to end. On a busy night, that beats a rideshare stuck on Las Vegas Boulevard every time.
The catch is that the stations are at the back of the resorts, so you’ll walk through a casino to get on. Plan a few extra minutes for that, especially the first time.
Las Vegas Monorail Stops: Hotels at Every Station
Here’s every station from south to north, with the hotels you can walk to from each one.
| Station | Hotels Nearby |
|---|---|
| MGM Grand | MGM Grand, the south end of the line |
| Horseshoe/Paris | Horseshoe and Paris |
| Flamingo/Caesars Palace | Flamingo, with Caesars Palace across the Strip |
| Harrah’s/The LINQ | Harrah’s and The LINQ, at the center of the Strip |
| Las Vegas Convention Center | The convention center itself |
| Westgate | Westgate Las Vegas, next to the convention center |
| SAHARA | SAHARA, the north end of the line |
Local tip: When you book a hotel because it’s “on the Monorail,” check how far the station is from the lobby. At some resorts the station is a long walk through the casino and shopping areas, which matters if you’ll ride it every day.
Las Vegas Monorail Prices: Single Rides and Passes
A single ride is $6 at the station and cheaper as an eTicket bought online. Unlimited passes run from 24 hours up to seven days, and they’re timed by the hour, starting the first time you scan through a gate. Prices change, so check lvmonorail.com before you buy.
- Riding once or twice? Buy single rides.
- Riding three or more times in a day? A 24-hour pass usually pays for itself.
- In town for a convention? Multi-day passes are the better deal, and some shows, like CES, sell discounted Monorail passes through registration.
The local rate: $1 a ride
Nevada residents pay $1 per ride with a valid Nevada driver’s license, state ID or Sheriff Card, bought at a station customer service booth. There’s a limit: two single rides per person per day, or one 10-ride or 20-ride ticket every ten days. If you live here and work events on the Strip, this is the cheapest way to skip resort parking.
Las Vegas Monorail Hours: Not 24 Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7 AM to midnight |
| Tuesday to Thursday | 7 AM to 2 AM |
| Friday to Sunday | 7 AM to 3 AM |
Hours can change for big events and maintenance, so check the Monorail’s site for notices before a late night.
When the Monorail Is Worth It, and When It Isn’t
| Situation | Use the Monorail? |
|---|---|
| Going to the convention center | Yes. It stops right there, and it’s usually faster than driving and parking on a show day. |
| Grand Prix week | Yes. It skips the road closures. See our Las Vegas Grand Prix guide. |
| East side to east side | Yes. MGM Grand to SAHARA in about 15 minutes. |
| West side of the Strip | No. No stations at Bellagio, the Venetian, Mandalay Bay or Luxor. |
| The airport | No. It doesn’t go there. See our airport transportation guide. |
| Downtown and Fremont Street | No. The Deuce bus goes downtown. See our Deuce bus guide. |
Monorail vs. Deuce vs. Free Trams
The Deuce bus runs the whole Strip 24 hours a day for $8 for a 24-hour pass, but it sits in the same traffic as everyone else. The free resort trams connect Mandalay Bay, Luxor and Excalibur at the south end, and Bellagio, Aria and Park MGM in the middle, covering the west side the Monorail misses. Our Getting Around Las Vegas guide compares every option.
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Las Vegas Monorail FAQ
How much does the Las Vegas Monorail cost?
A single ride is $6 at the station, with a discount when you buy online. Unlimited passes start at 24 hours, and multi-day passes run up to seven days. Nevada residents pay $1 per ride with valid ID.
What are the Las Vegas Monorail hours?
Trains start at 7 AM daily. Service ends at midnight on Monday, 2 AM Tuesday through Thursday, and 3 AM Friday through Sunday.
What are the Las Vegas Monorail stops?
Seven stations: MGM Grand, Horseshoe/Paris, Flamingo/Caesars Palace, Harrah’s/The LINQ, Las Vegas Convention Center, Westgate and SAHARA.
Does the Las Vegas Monorail go to the airport?
No. The Monorail runs along the east side of the Strip from MGM Grand to SAHARA and doesn’t serve the airport.
Is there a local discount on the Las Vegas Monorail?
Yes. Nevada residents with a valid Nevada ID pay $1 per ride at a station customer service booth, with purchase limits.
Does the Monorail go to the Venetian or the west side of the Strip?
No. All stations are on the east side of the Strip. For the west side, use the free resort trams, the Deuce bus or rideshare.