Arizona Cardinals Game Day Transportation: State Farm Stadium Guide

Arizona Cardinals Game Day Transportation: The Ultimate Fan Guide

There's nothing quite like Arizona Cardinals game day at State Farm Stadium. The energy, the tailgates, the roar of 63,000 fans — it's an experience every football fan should have. But the parking situation? That's a different story. Here's how to make game day about football, not logistics.

The short answer: book by the hour and the vehicle is yours for the whole day. A 6-hour game day is $750 before tax on a Luxury SUV (6 seats, $125/hr), $870 on an Executive Sprinter (14 seats, $145/hr), or $1,500 on a Party Bus (28 Pax) — about $54 per person with 28 aboard. Drinking on the ride is legal for passengers 21+ under A.R.S. § 4-251 (details in the FAQ).

State Farm Stadium: The Basics

Location & Capacity

• Address: 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale, AZ 85305
• Capacity: roughly 63,000 for football
• Surface: Natural grass (retractable field)
• Roof: Retractable — games are climate-controlled

Getting There

• From Phoenix: I-10 to Loop 101
• From Scottsdale: Loop 101 west
• From Tempe: I-10 west to Loop 101

The Parking Challenge

State Farm Stadium has massive parking infrastructure:

• General and premium lots, all paid
• Lots open hours before kickoff
• Post-game exit time: 45-90 minutes

The problem isn't availability — it's the experience. Searching for spots, walking a half-mile in the heat, then sitting in post-game gridlock for an hour.

Game Day Transportation, Priced by the Hour

Rates are hourly. 7+ hours earns 1 free hour, 12+ hours earns 2, 15+ hours earns 3. 8% tax applies. Checkout shows exactly what is charged today and when any balance is due. Tip is optional — 10/15/20% presets at checkout. It is never added automatically.

Fan Experience — 6 hours

Best For: Fans who want the full experience

Includes:

• Home/hotel pickup well before kickoff
• Drop-off at the tailgate lots or VIP entrance
• On-call throughout the game
• Post-game pickup at a designated zone
• Skip the parking-lot traffic

Tailgate Day — 8 hours (bills 7, one hour free)

Best For: Tailgate crews who party before the game

Includes:

• Early departure for prime tailgate timing
• Gear and cooler transport (luggage and gear fit confirmed separately)
• Driver on-call during the tailgate
• Late pickup for extended celebrations

Luxury Suite Day — 6 hours

Best For: Suite holders and corporate clients

Includes:

• Home pickup with premium service
• VIP entrance drop-off
• Coordination with your suite host
• Premium post-game pickup location

Group Game Day — 7 hours (bills 6, one hour free)

Best For: Fantasy league groups, office outings, friend crews

Our largest single vehicle is the 56-passenger motorcoach; bigger groups run two vehicles together. See our concert and stadium experience for group setups.

Includes:

• Multi-stop pickup route
• Party atmosphere en route
• Tailgate drop-off
• Sound system for the post-game highlights
• Group return coordination

Sample Game Day Timelines

The Standard Fan (1 PM Kickoff)

Vehicle: Luxury SUV (4 fans)

Timeline:

• 9:00 AM: Pickup from Scottsdale
• 9:45 AM: Arrive at the tailgate area
• 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Tailgate (driver on standby nearby)
• 12:30 PM: Walk to the stadium
• 1:00 PM: Kickoff
• 4:30 PM: Game ends
• 4:45 PM: Text driver for pickup
• 5:15 PM: Pickup at the designated zone
• 6:00 PM: Home (traffic-free route)

Cost: 9 hours requested, 8 billed (one free): $1,000 before tax — $250 per fan

The Premium Experience (4 PM Kickoff)

Vehicle: Luxury SUV (couple in club seats)

Timeline:

• 2:00 PM: Pickup from Paradise Valley
• 2:40 PM: Drop at the VIP entrance
• 3:00 PM: Pregame in the club area
• 4:00 PM: Kickoff
• 7:30 PM: Game ends
• 7:45 PM: Exit to the premium pickup zone
• 8:00 PM: Pickup
• 8:45 PM: Home

Cost: 7 hours requested, 6 billed: $750 before tax

The Full Group Experience (Night Game)

Vehicle: Limo Party Sprinter (16 Pax) (16 friends)

Timeline:

• 3:00 PM: Pickup circuit begins (3 stops in Tempe/Phoenix)
• 4:00 PM: Everyone aboard, beers cracked (21+)
• 4:45 PM: Arrive at the tailgate area
• 5:00 - 7:30 PM: Tailgate party
• 7:30 PM: Walk to the stadium
• 8:15 PM: Kickoff
• 11:30 PM: Game ends
• 11:45 PM: Group reconvenes, texts driver
• 12:15 AM: Pickup
• 1:00 AM: Return home (drop-off circuit)

Cost: 10 hours requested, 9 billed: $1,575 before tax — about $98 per person

Game Day Navigation

Drop-Off Zones

We know the stadium's access points:

• General Fan Drop-Off: 91st Avenue approach
• Tailgate Lots: Specific lot access points
• VIP/Suite Entrance: Premium approach routes
• Accessible Drop-Off: Nearest to the elevators

Pickup Coordination

Post-game pickup requires planning:

• Zone 1: North side, 91st Avenue
• Zone 2: East side, Cardinals Way
• Zone 3: Westgate area (walk through the entertainment district)

We'll coordinate based on your seats and preferred exit.

Avoiding Traffic

Our drivers know:

• Which freeways to avoid post-game
• Surface-street alternatives
• Timing to miss the worst gridlock
• When to take the scenic route

Special Cardinals Events

Monday Night Football

Primetime games mean:

• Later start (5:15 or 8:15 PM)
• National TV atmosphere
• Heavier drinking crowds
• Our service is more valuable

Playoff Games

When the Cardinals make the playoffs:

• Request a current quote once the matchup is set
• Atmosphere is electric

Fiesta Bowl

Annual New Year's tradition:

• College football energy
• Out-of-town fans
• Extended New Year's Eve celebrations
• Cancellation terms depend on your date and booking; read the cancellation policy before you book.

Super Bowl (When in Phoenix)

The ultimate experience:

• Request a current quote as soon as the date is announced
• Cancellation terms depend on your date and booking; read the cancellation policy before you book.
• All-day availability
• Once-in-a-lifetime event

Westgate Before/After

Pre-Game at Westgate

State Farm Stadium is adjacent to Westgate Entertainment District:

• Arrive early for brunch/lunch
• Sports bars for pregame drinks
• Drop at Westgate, walk to the stadium
• Read our Westgate transportation guide

Post-Game at Westgate

After the game, options include:

• Skip the parking traffic, head to Westgate
• Dinner and drinks while the lots clear
• 45-minute wait = comfortable restaurant vs. idling car (you're booking the hours either way)

Cardinals Transportation FAQ

Q: Can we bring our tailgate gear?
A: Yes. Sprinters have real cargo space for coolers and chairs; luggage and gear fit is confirmed separately when you book.

Q: Where exactly do you pick up after the game?
A: We'll provide a specific meeting point before the game. It's typically a 5-10 minute walk from your section.

Q: What if the game goes to overtime?
A: We stay until you're ready. Extra time is simply billed at your hourly rate.

Q: Can we drink in the vehicle?
A: Yes, if you're 21 or older. Arizona's open-container law (A.R.S. § 4-251) exempts passengers in a vehicle for hire such as a party bus or limousine, so alcohol is legal on board. It's BYOB, nobody under 21 drinks, and the driver never does — read the full explainer.

Q: How do you handle group pickups from different areas?
A: We designate a meeting point. Everyone walks there, we load up together.

Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: Cancellation terms depend on your date and booking; read the cancellation policy before you book. One free date change at 72+ hours. See our policies page.

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Game day should be about touchdowns and tailgates, not parking and traffic. Ready to book the date? Call our reservations team at (623) 986-6339, text (623) 986-6339, email reservations@scottsdalesprinters.com, or get a quote. Checkout shows exactly what is charged today and when any balance is due. Cancellation terms depend on your date and booking; read the cancellation policy before you book.