LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada will offer free transit rides to veterans and active military members on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11.
Riders must show a military or veterans identification card when boarding. All routes will operate on regular weekday schedules, the RTC said.
“At RTC, we are honored to recognize our military heroes, past and present, and to express our heartfelt gratitude for the sacrifices they and their families have made in service to our country,” RTC CEO M.J. Maynard-Carey said.
Veterans Day parade service
RTC transit provides service to the annual Veterans Day parade in downtown Las Vegas. The parade begins about a quarter-mile from the Bonneville Transit Center and can be reached using these routes:
- RED LINE
- Route 113 (Las Vegas Boulevard North)
- Route 206 (Charleston)
- Route 207 (Alta/Stewart)
- Route 208 (Washington)
- Route 215 (Bonanza)
- Boulder Highway Express (BHX)
- Centennial Express (CX)
- Deuce on the Strip
The parade starts at 10 a.m., following a 9:30 a.m. opening ceremony. It travels along Fourth Street from Garces Avenue to Stewart Avenue.
The RTC advises passengers to plan ahead and allow extra travel time. Route detours and bus stop closures are listed here.
Year-round veterans programs
The RTC also offers transportation programs for veterans and active military members throughout the year:
- Veterans & Active Duty Reduced Fare Program: Veterans and active military members can receive a 50% discount on regular transit fares. Eligible riders must obtain an RTC Veterans ID Card.
- Veterans Medical Transportation Network: The appointment-only, door-to-door service provides veterans and their dependents with free transportation to and from medical appointments. Registration is required.
- Downtown & Veterans Medical Center Express: The route provides direct transit access from the Bonneville Transit Center to the North Las Vegas Veterans Administration Medical Center.
The RTC said additional routes serve other federal medical facilities, including the O’Callaghan Military Medical Center and VA primary care clinics.
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