Getting There · America First Field · Salt Lake City
Getting to America First Field — Transit, Rideshare & Walking Routes
Getting to America First Field without the parking-lot headache is usually faster and cheaper than driving — especially on Real Salt Lake game nights and major concerts, when the roads around Sandy, Salt Lake City fill long before doors. Even at a mid-size venue holding 20,213, the streets around Sandy, Salt Lake City tighten up fast during the pre-game window. This guide covers the transit lines that drop you closest to the stadium, the rideshare zones, walking routes from Sandy, and what to know about late-night service after the final whistle.
About America First Field
Soccer-specific home of real salt lake, formerly rio tinto stadium. the stadium has hosted events at this site since 2008. located at 9256 South State Street, Sandy, UT 84070.
Transit Routes to America First Field
UTA TRAX Blue Line serves the Sandy Civic Center station a short walk from the stadium. Plan to step off at the nearest stop 45-60 minutes before doors. Transit is also the quickest post-event exit from America First Field — you are moving while the parking lots around Sandy, Salt Lake City are still emptying.
Rideshare Drop-Off at America First Field
Uber and Lyft both serve America First Field. 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. Pricing surges hardest in the 10-20 minutes right after the final whistle or encore; if you can wait that window out — or walk a couple of blocks away from America First Field before requesting — you will usually pay less and wait less.
Walking to America First Field from Sandy
America First Field is located at 9256 South State Street, Sandy, UT 84070, in the Sandy area of Salt Lake City. While America First Field is not in the core downtown area, the Sandy 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 America First Field 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 America First Field
America First Field holds 20,213 for a typical event configuration. Arriving 45-60 minutes before doors is a comfortable window for most events. Sold-out nights for the Real Salt Lake deserve an extra cushion — about 75 minutes total — since mid-size venue concourses can feel tight when everyone enters at once. Check America First Field's bag policy ahead of time; most stadiums now enforce clear-bag rules.
Late-Night Exit from America First Field
If you took transit to America First Field, 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 TRAX Blue Line serves the Sandy Civic Center station a short walk from the stadium) — and screenshot it. Evening events at America First Field typically let out between 10:00 and 11:00 PM, though encores and overtime can push later. Having the schedule saved means you can decide during the event whether to catch the last train or switch to a rideshare backup.