A Rider’s Guide to Las Vegas’ Bonneville Transit Center (BTC): Routes, Facilities & Tips

The Bonneville Transit Center (BTC), operated by the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC), serves as a central and vital hub for public bus services in Downtown Las Vegas. It is designed to be a safe, reliable, and comfortable facility for commuters and visitors navigating the Las Vegas Valley.   

Location & Significance

  • Address: 101 E. Bonneville Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89101.
    • It is strategically located in the heart of Downtown Las Vegas, on the southwest corner of Casino Center Boulevard and Bonneville Avenue.
  • Role: The BTC is a primary transfer point for numerous RTC bus routes, facilitating connections across the valley, including to the Las Vegas Strip, residential areas, and other key destinations. It plays a crucial role in the revitalization and accessibility of the downtown area.   

Bus Services & Key Connections

The Bonneville Transit Center is served by a multitude of RTC bus routes, including:

  • Strip & Downtown Services: Routes like the Deuce on the Strip (providing 24-hour service along Las Vegas Boulevard) and various express services often connect through or originate from the BTC.
  • Express Routes: Services such as the Boulder Highway Express (BHX), Centennial Express (CX), and Downtown Veterans Medical Center Express (DVX) typically integrate with the BTC.   
  • Residential Routes: Numerous local routes serving various neighborhoods across the Las Vegas valley converge at the BTC, making it a key interchange for daily commuters.   

Passengers can plan their trips, find specific route maps, and get real-time arrival information using the rideRTC app or the official RTC website.   

Facilities & Amenities

The Bonneville Transit Center is a modern facility designed with passenger convenience and sustainability in mind (it has achieved LEED Platinum green building certification). Key features include:   

  • Boarding Bays: 16 on-site bus bays for organized boarding and arrivals.   
  • Indoor Waiting Area: A climate-controlled lobby, which is open 24 hours a day, providing shelter and seating for passengers.   
  • Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs): Machines are available for purchasing various RTC transit passes.   
  • Customer Service/Sales Booth: An on-site sales booth operates during specific hours (typically 7:15 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. daily, but subject to change) for pass purchases and information.   
  • Real-Time Information: Digital displays often provide real-time bus arrival and departure information. This is also accessible via the rideRTC app.
  • Bicycle Facilities: Approximately 100 double-stacked bike racks and a self-service bike repair station are available for cyclists.   
  • Restrooms: Public restrooms are available for passengers.   
  • Parking: Limited free parking spaces are available for transit riders on a first-come, first-served basis. Passengers can park for up to seven days (it’s encouraged to notify RTC Security for extended parking). Preferred parking for hybrid vehicles is also provided.
  • Accessibility: RTC facilities, including the BTC, are designed to be ADA compliant and accessible to passengers with disabilities.   

Operating Hours

  • Transit Center Lobby: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • RTC Sales Booth: Operates during specific daytime hours (e.g., 7:15 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. daily, but always verify current hours on the RTC website).   
  • Bus Services: Individual bus routes operate on their own schedules, with many key routes offering frequent service, and some (like The Deuce) operating 24/7.   

Official Information & Planning Your Trip

For the most current and detailed information on the Bonneville Transit Center, bus routes, schedules, fares, and service alerts, please refer to:

  • Official RTC Website: https://www.rtcsnv.com/ (Look for sections on “Transit Centers,” “Schedules & Maps,” and “Fares & Passes”).
  • rideRTC App: This mobile app is an essential tool for Las Vegas transit users, offering trip planning, real-time bus tracking, mobile ticketing, and service updates.   

The Bonneville Transit Center is a key component of Las Vegas’s public transportation network, offering a central point for accessing the diverse destinations the city and surrounding areas have to offer.

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