Parking & Transportation

• The parking lots will typically open 5 hours prior to the start of an event and will close 2 hours after the conclusion of an event.
• Hours may vary, please check the event page or "Know Before You Go" document to confirm lot opening time.
• Ticket holders arriving earlier than the lot opening time will not be permitted to enter the Sports Complex and may be directed to leave the roadways that service the Sports Complex.

• Pre-paid parking permits are available for non-NFL events through ParkWhiz. Parking is also available and payable upon arrival.
• Parking Capacities are subject to change based on the size and type of event.
• Ticket holders who have tickets in the general seating areas of MetLife Stadium will be directed to park in the parking lots that are closest to their point of entry into the Sports Complex.
• Circulation between parking lots will not be permitted.
• Trucks, trailers, buses and other oversized vehicles are not permitted to park in the enclosed parking deck at American Dream.
• Illegal parking outside the Sports Complex on area roadways, medians, grass malls and vehicle breakdown lanes is prohibited. Violators will be ticketed by local law enforcement and/or towed at the owner's expense.
• Overnight parking is not permitted on the MetLife Sports Complex.
• Vehicles are subject to search by NJ State Police which could include a canine unit. Those ticket holders refusing a search of their vehicle will not be permitted to enter the Sports Complex.
• Limousines/black car services/buses are not permitted to occupy lined parking spaces unless they are single-spaced in size.

• Ticket holders with disabilities must have a valid ADA license plate or a valid ADA hang tag to gain access to the Sports Complex. The owner of the vehicle with the valid license plate or hang tag must be in the vehicle. Registrations and IDs will be checked.
• Accessible parking is available in Lots E, F and G. A valid, state-issued accessible parking license plate or hang tag must be visible on any vehicle parking in these spaces.
• Traffic and Parking staff will direct ticket holders with disabilities, or having limited mobility, to the designated parking spaces.
• The dedicated drop-off area for guests with disabilities is located in Lot C, adjacent to the Verizon Gate.

• Pre-paid parking permits are available for non-NFL events through ParkWhiz

• Charter bus parking is located in Parking Lot L. 

• The designated area for all drop offs and pickups is between parking lots D + E. There is curb space along the roadway that provides a safe area for drop-offs and pick-ups.
• There is no charge to access the drop-off / pick-up area.
• If a limousine or taxi driver has a pre-paid parking permit the vehicle will be permitted to enter the Sports Complex after paying an additional fee, but will not be permitted to park in striped parking spaces if the vehicle takes up more than one parking space. They will be parked along a curb or in a location that does not block traffic and the driver must remain with the car. 

Ticket holders who wish to avoid traffic immediately around the Stadium can park at the Edison Park Fast parking lot located at  the Frank R. Lautenberg Station at Secaucus Junction. The station is located off Exit 15X on the eastern extension of the NJ Turnpike (675 New Country Road, Secaucus NJ).

Ticket holders can park in this 1,100-space parking lot and take NJ TRANSIT rail service to MetLife Sports Complex. Please check that rail service is running for the event prior to taking this option. The parking lot is open 24 hours/day. Call 888-PARKFAST or visit  Edison Park Fast for more information. Reservations are recommended.

• On NFL game days, parking permits are required for all vehicles entering the Sports Complex.
• Please have your parking pass ready for display BEFORE you get to the lot entrance.
• Hang Tag Parking Permits must be displayed at all times while on the Sports Complex, either hung from the rear view mirror or placed on the dashboard of the vehicle.
• Barcode Parking Permits must be printed and displayed at all times on the dashboard of the vehicle.
• QR Code Parking Permits must be displayed on your mobile device upon entry to the lots. They do not need to be printed.
• The parking permit entitles the ticket holder to one parking space for his/her vehicle and tailgate set-up. Adjacent parking spaces may not be used for grills, chairs, tents etc.
• A ticket holder who may be in possession of more than one pre-paid parking permit will not be allowed to use adjacent spaces for tailgating.
• Parking permits will not be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed.
• The numbers on the permits are for informational purposes only and do not guarantee a reserved spot in a specific lot.
• Drones, model aircraft, kites, any other remote controlled or tethered flying objects are not permitted on the MetLife Sports Complex.

• Guests may purchase a pre-paid permit via the Ticketmaster NFL Ticket Exchange. After choosing which game you will attend, click on ‘”Show Parking Tickets”.  Passes are labeled “Platinum” or “Gold.”
• The "GOLD" permit will allow access to any "Gold" Lot (Lots B, D, J, K, L, M, P, Deck A and all lots near American Dream)
• The "PLATINUM" permit will allow access to any "Platinum" Lot (Lots E, F or G)
• The numbers on the permits are for informational purposes only and do not guarantee a reserved spot in a specific lot.

Guests without prepaid permits may park at the off-site lot located at 20 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ 07073 for $55 (cash/credit card accepted).

• This lot is open for both Giants and Jets Home Games.
• Shuttle service is provided to and from Lot G on the Stadium Complex.

• Charter bus parking is located in Parking Lot L.

• The designated area for all drop offs and pickups is between parking lots D + E. There is curb space along the roadway that provides a safe area for drop-offs and pick-ups.
• There is no charge to access the drop-off / pick-up area.
• If a limousine or taxi driver has a pre-paid parking permit the vehicle will be permitted to enter the Sports Complex after paying an additional fee, but will not be permitted to park in striped parking spaces if the vehicle takes up more than one parking space. They will be parked along a curb or in a location that does not block traffic and the driver must remain with the car.

For NFL games only, a pre-paid parking permit is required for all vehicles entering the Sports Complex.

Ticket holders who do not have parking permits can park at the Edison Park Fast parking lot located at the Frank R. Lautenberg Station at Secaucus Junction. The station is located off Exit 15X on the eastern extension of the NJ Turnpike (675 New Country Road, Secaucus NJ).

Ticket holders can park in this 1,100-space parking lot and take the Meadowlands rail service to MetLife Sports Complex. The parking lot is open 24 hours/day. Call 888-PARKFAST or visit parkfast.com for more information.

Drones, model aircraft, kites, and any other remote controlled or tethered flying objects are not permitted on the Sports Complex.

• We ask that guests consume alcohol responsibly at all times. Guests determined to be impaired in advance of entering the stadium will not be allowed in and risk prosecution.
• Except if otherwise designated, tailgating is permitted in all MetLife Sports Complex parking lots.  The use of grills and other heating devices are not allowed in the parking decks. Individuals and companies are prohibited from selling access to a tailgate party while on the premises to members of the general public. Unauthorized commercial tailgating and marketing activities are strictly prohibited.
• For Non-NFL Events, parking is available on a first-come first-served basis. For NFL Games, parking is pre-paid and is available on a first come first serve basis determined by parking tier. (i.e. Premium, Reserved, General, etc.)
• ONE CAR = ONE SPACE: Please be considerate of your fellow guests. Tailgating should be limited to the lined parking space and the area directly behind or in front of each vehicle. Blocking drive lanes is prohibited. Tailgating is also permitted on the medians that separate the parking lots from the roadways. Stadium tailgate patrol will manage the enforcement of the one car-one parking space policy. See tailgating diagram.
• Please keep all tables, chairs, coolers, barbecues, etc. within the area near your vehicle and the parking stall of your party. Tents or canopies exceeding an 8’ x 8’ footprint and vehicles measuring more than 18’ in length and/or 8’ in width are not permitted to park in a lined parking space.
• Saving parking spaces will not be permitted. Groups desiring to tailgate together should plan to meet in advance and arrive together.
• A guest in possession of more than one pre-paid parking permit will not be allowed to use the additional permit(s) to occupy an increased number of spaces for tailgating. Lined parking spaces are for vehicles, not tailgate activities.
• Drive aisles and fire lanes need to be kept clear at all times for free access of emergency vehicles.
• Trucks, trailers and other oversized vehicles (not including buses) will be directed to park along the curbs in the parking lots so they do not take up additional lined parking spaces. Please arrive early to find a location along the curb or in another location in which your vehicle will not occupy more than one parking space.
• Any violation of law or tailgating policies may result in the towing of the vehicle at the owner’s expense, loss of parking permit, and/or ejection.
• Grills are permitted for tailgating enjoyment, provided guests do so at a safe distance from their vehicle. Use of grills near buildings or in areas where other guests or property may be damaged is strictly prohibited. The disposal of hot coals in open parking spaces, under vehicles, or next to parked vehicles is prohibited.
• FOR THOSE GUESTS WHO TAILGATE IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT A MINIMUM CLASS 2A-10B:C FIRE EXTINGUISHER BE AVAILABLE FOR USE IF NECESSARY.
• Open fires are not permitted.
• Deep fryers or any oil-based cooking or frying is prohibited.
• Sound systems must not produce sound in excess of 65 decibels (NJ State Ordinance). Anyone using a sound system must face the system towards their vehicle and not in the direction of other guests to avoid causing a negative experience to others not included in the group.
• Ticketholders who choose to ride the rail, bus, or just want to experience the tailgating atmosphere can take advantage of the special pre-game activity zones within the plazas adjacent to MetLife Stadium. A variety of food, games, entertainment, and activities for adults and children will be available in the plaza areas. For New York Giants and New York Jets games, the Bud Light Beer Garden will be open in Lot F.
• Ticket holders should cross roadways at the designated crosswalks and should not walk on the active roadways that lead to and from the Sports Complex.

• Trash receptacles are located throughout the Sports Complex parking lots and near the entrances to the stadium. Please bag and dispose of your trash to make it safer for vehicles exiting the Sports Complex after the game.
• For your safety and convenience, hot coal bins have been provided for the disposal of charcoal. These large, orange "hot charcoal" bins are located on the islands/paved areas between the parking lots. Please do not discard hot coals near vehicles or in plastic waste receptacles
   

PLEASE DO NOT DISCARD TRASH IN THE HOT COAL BINS OR HOT COAL ASHES IN THE TRASH CONTAINERS.

Parking lot guidelines have been established in order to create a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests. All vehicles and bags that enter MetLife Sports Complex property and MetLife Stadium may be subject to a visual search.

• Violation of Parking Policies: Ticket holders who violate the Parking Policies can lose their parking privileges, be prohibited from entering the stadium, and could possibly lose their PSLs.
   
• ALCOHOL GUIDELINES: All New Jersey alcohol consumption and distribution laws will be strictly enforced by NJ State Police and MetLife Stadium Staff.
   
• TICKET RESALE: Ticket reselling is not authorized on MetLife Sports Complex property. Be aware that tickets purchased from sources other than MetLife Stadium, Giants, Jets or an authorized ticket outlet may be counterfeit and may not be accepted. This includes the reselling of parking permits on the roadways leading into MetLife Sports Complex.
   
• VENDING / SOLICITATION: Unauthorized soliciting or the collection of contributions, vending, distribution of flyers, or other materials is not permitted.
   

Violating parking lot guidelines may result in ejection from MetLife Sports Complex property, arrest and the revocation of tickets and parking passes.

• Outside catering companies are not permitted on the Sports Complex.
• Delaware North Company is the official food service provider/caterer for MetLife Stadium.
• Illegal sales and organized distribution of food and beverages on MetLife Sports Complex is prohibited. Individuals participating in such activities are subject to loss of parking privileges, arrest and possible fines.

The following items are prohibited at MetLife Sports Complex & MetLife Stadium:

• Drones, model aircraft, kites, any other remote controlled or tethered flying objects are not permitted.
  Bicycles, Skateboards, Rollerblading, Motorized scooters, Go-karts, Mini bikes
• Weapons of any kind
• Fireworks
• Drones, model aircraft, kites, any other remote controlled or tethered flying objects
• Solicitation of any kind
• Selling access to a tailgate party to members of the general public either in advance of or on the day of an event.
• Selling of products or merchandise.
• Banners or signage recognizing businesses or products may not be displayed.
• The placing of flyers/brochures on vehicles
• Ball playing in the parking lots and roadways.

Portable toilets are located throughout the Sports Complex parking lots. Portable toilets for guests with disabilities are available in Parking Lots E, F and G.

NJ TRANSIT will operate the Meadowlands Rail Service for events with anticipated attendance above 50,000.

The Meadowlands Rail Service delivers guests directly to the front door of MetLife Stadium!

To access the train while at an event, guests should exit from the MetLife or Verizon Gates.

Most of NJ TRANSIT'S rail system connects at the Frank R. Lautenberg Station at Secaucus Junction, which allows fans from the region to quickly and efficiently reach MetLife Stadium. Trains leave from Secaucus Junction. Rail service commences approximately three and one half (3.5) hours prior to kick off or an event and ends one (1) hour after the game or event. The travel time between the Secaucus Junction train station and the Sports Complex station is approximately 10 minutes.

On select occasions, NJ TRANSIT may offer bus service between Secaucus Junction and MetLife Stadium. When this option is available, the NJ TRANSIT team will be on hand to direct you to the designated bus boarding areas.

Purchase your round-trip tickets in advance at Ticket Windows, Ticket Vending Machines or through the free NJ TRANSIT Mobile App. Download the app from the Apple Store or Google Play. 
 

For more information, please visit njtransit.com/metlifestadium

Coach USA provides the 351 Meadowlands Express bus service from the Port Authority to the MetLife Sports Complex for NFL games and other large events at MetLife Stadium.
 

The 351 bus service will begin two and one half (2 1/2) hours prior to the start of a game and will continue to run until one half hour (1/2) after the start of a game. The 351 bus line will be operational for approximately one (1) hour following the conclusion of the game.

Bus drop-off/pick-up is in Lot K, near the Quest Diagnostics Performance Center, which may be accessed by exiting from the MetLife Gate.

Please visit www.351express.com or call (800) 877-1888, Ext. 3 for more information.