Current information—as
of 11/21/03 * Opening date—1st
quarter of 2004. Las Vegas contacts maintain the system will
be up and running in time for NAB2004
* Route—the trains will travel on the east side of the
“strip” and will have stations at the Sahara,
LV Hilton, LVCC, Harrah’s, Flamingo/Caesars, Bally’s/Paris,
MGM Grand.
* Trains—each train is made up of 4 cars and will have
a capacity of 72 seats and space for 228 standing. Trains
will reach speeds of 50 mph and will cover the 4 mile route
in 14 minutes
* Hours of operation—6am-2am 365 days a year. Trains
will depart every minute from each station.
* Fare—although exact fares have not been determined,
tickets will be able to be purchased for a single ride, round-trip,
10-ride, 1-day pass, and 3-day pass.
* Future—long-term plans will include stops at McCarren
Airport and Fremont Street downtown |