Getting There · LaVell Edwards Stadium · Provo
Getting to LaVell Edwards Stadium — Transit, Rideshare & Walking Routes
Getting to LaVell Edwards Stadium without the parking-lot headache is usually faster and cheaper than driving — especially on BYU Cougars game nights and major concerts, when the roads around Brigham Young University campus, Provo fill long before doors. With a capacity above 63,470, LaVell Edwards 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 Brigham Young University campus, and what to know about late-night service after the final whistle.
About LaVell Edwards Stadium
Home of the byu cougars beneath the wasatch mountains. the stadium has stood at this location since 1964, making it one of the older active venues in American sports. located at 1700 North Canyon Road, Provo, UT 84602.
Transit Routes to LaVell Edwards Stadium
UTA buses serve the BYU campus; the Provo FrontRunner station connects regional rail near the stadium. 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 LaVell Edwards Stadium events. Plan to step off at the nearest stop 75-90 minutes before doors. Transit is also the quickest post-event exit from LaVell Edwards Stadium — you are moving while the parking lots around Brigham Young University campus, Provo are still emptying.
Rideshare Drop-Off at LaVell Edwards Stadium
Uber and Lyft both serve LaVell Edwards 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 63,470-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 LaVell Edwards Stadium toward Brigham Young University campus before requesting, can cut the fare substantially.
Walking to LaVell Edwards Stadium from Brigham Young University campus
LaVell Edwards Stadium is located at 1700 North Canyon Road, Provo, UT 84602, in the Brigham Young University campus area of Provo. While LaVell Edwards Stadium is not in the core downtown area, the Brigham Young University 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 LaVell Edwards 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 LaVell Edwards Stadium
LaVell Edwards Stadium holds 63,470 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 BYU Cougars — 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 LaVell Edwards Stadium
If you took transit to LaVell Edwards 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 — (UTA buses serve the BYU campus; the Provo FrontRunner station connects regional rail near the stadium) — and screenshot it. Events at 60,000+ venues can run past 10:30 PM, and encores or overtime push that later. Transit agencies in Provo sometimes add post-event service for major games at LaVell Edwards 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.