Last Updated on February 17, 2022 by CCAR Staff
Bus transportation has gradually returned to Southern California’s tribal-owned casinos after it stopped at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic nearly two years ago.
While some casinos have resumed bus operations, others are still suspended without a timeframe for when they’ll return.
Here’s a look at the current busing situation at Southern California casinos.
Agua Caliente Casinos: In an emailed statement, a spokesperson for the properties said that they do not have any busing currently.
Augustine Casino: A spokesperson for the Coachella casino says that it does not have a program where it incentivizes drivers, but it does allow buses to drop guests off.
Casino Pauma: According to the casino’s website and shuttle hotline, the shuttle program is still suspended and does not have a timeframe for when it will resume.
Fantasy Springs Resort Casino: The bus service is running again, according to the casino’s website and a call to the shuttle service line. Pickup locations include Rialto, Los Angeles (Koreatown) and Montebello.
Harrah’s Resort Southern California: The Valley Center casino has not resumed bus service, according to a spokesperson and the casino’s website.
Morongo Casino Resort & Spa: In an emailed statement, a spokesperson for the casino said that it does not offer a bus service at this time and has no contractual relationship with any bus or charter companies.
Pala Casino, Spa & Resort: Pala is offering a shuttle service according to a casino spokesperson and the casino’s website. The site states that the bus company may require temperature checks and masks for riders. There are pickup locations in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties and include cities such as Los Angeles (Koreatown), Irvine, Corona and Chino Hills.
Pechanga Resort Casino: The resort had a bus program before COVID-19, and it is currently suspended, according to its website.
Soboba Casino: The casino is no longer offering bus service, according to an email statement from a casino spokesperson.
Spotlight 29 and Tortoise Rock casinos: According to a casino representative, there are no bus services at this time and no information on when they will resume.
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino: Yaamava’ brought back its busing program in November, according to its website. Current pickup locations include Monterey Park and Los Angeles.
