Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the $3.7 billion tower that reshaped the north end of the Strip, has plugged into Elon Musk’s subterranean transit web. On January 26, 2026, the resort announced its new Vegas Loop station on Level V-1 at the South Valet, marking the latest expansion for The Boring Company’s underground network. A resort release stated: “Fontainebleau Las Vegas is now home to the Boring Company’s newest Vegas Loop station terminal, making it the only Las Vegas resort to offer complimentary Loop transportation for guests.” (8 News Now)

The station enables free, seamless rides for guests to all Las Vegas Convention Center terminals—Riviera, West, Central Underground, and South—plus connectors to Encore, Westgate, and Resorts World. Vehicles enter the tunnel system via the Riviera station at the convention center’s West Hall, slashing travel times amid Strip gridlock that plagues 40 million annual visitors. All trips to and from Fontainebleau remain complimentary, a perk unmatched by other properties, alongside extended free parking for locals and Fontainebleau Rewards members through May 31. (News3LV)

Strip’s Subterranean Surge

The Boring Company’s Vegas Loop, launched in 2021 with a 0.8-mile convention center segment, now boasts over 10 miles of tunnels dug and about four miles operational across eight stations. Current connectors include Resorts World (one tunnel, 3,325 feet), Westgate (two tunnels, 3,945 feet), and Encore (one tunnel, 2,320 feet), linking to the Las Vegas Convention Center Loop’s 9,030 feet of twin tunnels. The system has transported more than three million passengers, primarily Tesla vehicles ferrying up to four riders point-to-point at speeds up to 40 mph. (The Boring Company)

Fontainebleau’s addition positions it as the freshest Strip outpost, enhancing access for convention-goers and resort hoppers. Riders board Teslas at the valet-level platform for direct drops, bypassing surface chaos on Las Vegas Boulevard. Executives envision over 68 miles of tunnels and more than 100 stations citywide, with Clark County and Las Vegas approving 68 miles and 104 stations to anchor future infrastructure. (Teslarati)

Tunnel Network’s Rapid Growth

Boring Company President Steve Davis, during a January 2026 tour detailed by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, outlined Phase 1 airport service already underway from Resorts World, Encore, Westgate, and the convention center. “It’s just us testing the system,” Davis said. “We do 50 rides a day.” The fleet of 130 Teslas, with 100 equipped for airport transponders, handles limited $12 trips (10 a.m. to 9 p.m.) blending tunnel and surface segments under four miles. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Phase 2 nears: a 2.2-mile dual tunnel from Westgate to 4744 Paradise Road, operational soon at 60 mph, cutting surface miles. Phase 3 extends to 5032 Palo Verde Road near Terminal 1, adding stations at Virgin Hotels, a Boring-owned apartment site, and others. Phase 4 targets a direct airport station, the “Holy Grail.” Full Strip core tunneling starts fall 2026, aiming for 2027 completion, with extensions to downtown, Chinatown, Allegiant Stadium by 2028-2029. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

From Convention Core to Citywide Arteries

Early stress tests proved capacity: the initial loop moved 4,400 passengers hourly, now scaled to 6,600, targeting 17,000-20,000 with airport links and 90,000 at full buildout. Davis called it “the largest infrastructure project in the nation,” with point-to-point rides ensuring five- to nine-minute trips across Vegas. Tunneling costs $10 million per mile—far below subways at $900 million to $5 billion—aiming for $3-4 million soon. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Safety protocols include weekly drills with firefighters, standpipes every 150 feet, ventilation systems, and responder vehicles. “There are often times where there are more inspectors on site than there are Boring Company employees,” Davis noted. Full self-driving tests run with safety drivers between LVCC and Encore, eyeing unsupervised ops; Cybertrucks join the fleet for CES peaks exceeding 90,000 passengers. Future Robovans target high-demand events like Sphere shows or Raiders games. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Permits, Hurdles, and Horizon Bets

Over 600 permits loom, averaging six months each, but weekly approvals accelerate. Stations tuck into parking garages within 100 feet of entrances, with Boring owning key valley land. Past violations—like drilling near monorail pillars—drew fines, but compliance now includes round-the-clock oversight. UNLV declined a campus stop, yet momentum builds toward 2028 Final Four readiness. (KTNV)

Fontainebleau’s free-rides edge underscores competitive perks amid resort fees and paid parking gripes. X posts from @muskonomy hailed the launch: “Boring Co. Vegas Loop opens new station at Fontainebleau on the Strip with free rides at launch,” linking to LVCC, Encore, Westgate, and airport paths. As Q1 2026 nears University Center Loop openings, the network eyes 160 vehicles soon, scaling to 1,200. Vegas Loop redefines mobility, threading 40 million visitors through tunnels where Teslas outpace taxis.