Riders should plan for modified holiday transit schedules and detours
(Las Vegas, NV) – RTC is pleased to announce that it will once again offer free rides on all transit routes on New Year’s Eve. To ensure a safe travel option for locals and visitors celebrating the holiday and traveling throughout Southern Nevada, free transit rides are available from 6 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve) through 9 a.m., Thursday, Jan.1 (New Year’s Day). Transit riders can board any RTC bus route without purchasing a pass or presenting fare.
“New Year’s Eve is a big night for Las Vegas, and RTC is happy to provide free rides to those joining the celebration” said M.J. Maynard-Carey, CEO of RTC. “Ensuring that everyone in Southern Nevada has a reliable and safe way to reach their destination is a focus for RTC year-round, and providing that service is an honor. Stay safe, and cheers to a successful 2026!”
The RTC transit system will operate on a Saturday schedule on Wednesday, Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve), and a Sunday schedule on Thursday, Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day).
Additionally, riders are advised to plan for significant transit detours on New Year’s Eve using the rideRTC transit app, which provides real-time information about bus locations and arrival times, or by visiting rtcsnv.com/newyears.
Celebrating On the Strip
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department reminds everyone celebrating New Year’s Eve that strollers, backpacks, glass bottles, and bags larger than a standard grocery bag are not allowed on the Las Vegas Strip. Read more about the prohibited items on New Year’s Eve.
Airport Access & Park & Ride Facilities
For travelers who are flying for the holidays, RTC offers free parking for up to seven days at the South Strip Transit Terminal and Centennial Hills Transit Center. Parking at the South Strip Transit Terminal is limited due to ongoing construction; travelers are encouraged to plan travel details in advance. RTC also provides complimentary park-and-ride at the South Strip Transit Terminal, Centennial Hills Transit Center, and Westcliff Transit Center locations, offering convenient access to transit and carpooling on a first-come, first-served basis.
Route 108, Route 109 and Centennial Express (CX) all stop at the airport’s Ground Level Zero at Terminal 1. CX also services Terminal 3.
For more information on RTC and how to travel during the holiday season, visit rtcsnv.com/ways-to-travel.
About the RTC
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