What is the Las Vegas Monorail?

The Las Vegas Monorail is a state-of-the-art, automated, driverless rail system that runs above the streets along the east-side of the Las Vegas Strip. It opened in 2004 and has become a popular way for commuters, tourists, and convention-goers to quickly travel the Strip in air-conditioned comfort and without traffic worries.

Where it runs:

Along a 4-mile route from the Sahara Hotel to the MGM Grand. There are seven stations: MGM Grand, Bally's/Paris Las Vegas, Flamingo/Caesars Palace, Harrah's/Imperial Palace, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas Hilton and Sahara.  

When it was built:

The original one-mile monorail between the MGM Grand and Bally's was built in 1993. The expansion was completed in 2004.

Who runs it:

The Las Vegas Monorail Company owns the monorail system. Bombardier Transportation, Inc. is contracted to operate and maintain the Monorail system.

How much it costs to ride:

For your convenience there are several ticketing options to meet your needs. You can see a full list of ticket types on our Ticket Info page. Discounts are offered for bulk ticket orders.

Where to purchase tickets:

Online in advance; at automated, touch-screen ticket vending machines (TVMs) or customer service booths at the monorail stations; at TVMs at various locations within the station resort properties; at the Las Vegas Hilton and the Sahara Hotel ticket box offices.

Why it's so unique:

• It is the first driverless public monorail system in the world.
• It is the first privately owned public transportation system in the nation to be funded only by fares and advertising.
• It features one of the most entertaining, immersive advertising environments of any public transportation systems, elevating marketing to entertainment.
• It boasts the smallest footprint of any elevated transit system.

Vital stats:

• The Monorail travels the 4-mile, seven-station route in 15 minutes.
• It reaches speeds of up to 50 miles per hour.
• It is capable of moving 3,200 passengers per hour in each direction.
• It operates 365 days a year, 19 hours a day during the week and 20 hours a day Friday through Sunday.
• It eliminates 4.4 million car trips and 135 tons of carbon monoxide each year.
• Each train seats 72 passengers and offers standing room capacity for over 150 persons.
• Celebrated 20 millionth passenger mark in March 2007. 

Who to contact for more information:
contact@lvmonorail.com