Getting There · Ben Hill Griffin Stadium · Gainesville
Getting to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium — Transit, Rideshare & Walking Routes
Getting to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium without the parking-lot headache is usually faster and cheaper than driving — especially on Florida Gators game nights and major concerts, when the roads around University of Florida campus, Gainesville fill long before doors. With a capacity above 88,548, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is one of the largest venues in the region, and traffic control measures on event days can add significant time for drivers. This guide covers the transit lines that drop you closest to the stadium, the rideshare zones, walking routes from University of Florida campus, and what to know about late-night service after the final whistle.
About Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Home of the florida gators, nicknamed the swamp. the stadium has stood at this location since 1930, making it one of the older active venues in American sports. located at 157 Gale Lemerand Drive, Gainesville, FL 32611.
Transit Routes to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
RTS game-day bus service and campus shuttles serve the stadium, which sits within the central University of Florida campus. On game days at a venue this size, transit agencies often add extra service to handle the surge — check with the local agency for any supplemental routes or extended hours specific to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium events. Plan to step off at the nearest stop 75-90 minutes before doors. Transit is also the quickest post-event exit from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium — you are moving while the parking lots around University of Florida campus, Gainesville are still emptying.
Rideshare Drop-Off at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Uber and Lyft both serve Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. On busy nights the apps route you to a designated drop-off zone near the stadium rather than the front gates, keeping traffic and pedestrians separated. At a 88,548-seat venue, post-event surge pricing can be steep — rideshare costs typically peak in the 15-20 minutes right after the final play. Waiting 20-30 minutes, or walking several blocks from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium toward University of Florida campus before requesting, can cut the fare substantially.
Walking to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium from University of Florida campus
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is located at 157 Gale Lemerand Drive, Gainesville, FL 32611, in the University of Florida campus area of Gainesville. While Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is not in the core downtown area, the University of Florida campus surroundings have sidewalks and pedestrian access from nearby parking areas, hotels, and transit stops. Walking in from a few blocks away also sidesteps the worst of the event-night traffic and is often the single fastest way to leave once the show ends. The final approach to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is open-air, so dress for the weather — especially for evening events and late-season games when temperatures drop after sunset.
When to Arrive at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium holds 88,548 for a typical event configuration. At this scale, arriving 75-90 minutes before gates open gives you time to clear security, find your section, and settle in without rushing. For sold-out events — particularly rivalry games and playoff matchups involving the Florida Gators — push that to a full 2 hours to handle longer lines at entry points. Security screening at 60,000+ venues involves bag checks and metal detectors at every gate; clear bags and minimal carry-ins speed you through.
Late-Night Exit from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
If you took transit to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, your post-event exit plan hinges on the last departure from the nearest stop. Before the event, look up the schedule for the specific line referenced in the transit section above — (RTS game-day bus service and campus shuttles serve the stadium, which sits within the central University of Florida campus) — and screenshot it. Events at 60,000+ venues can run past 10:30 PM, and encores or overtime push that later. Transit agencies in Gainesville sometimes add post-event service for major games at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, but you should confirm rather than assume. Having the schedule saved means you can decide during the event whether to catch the last train or switch to a rideshare backup.