You are going to AT&T Stadium. One of the most awe-inspiring venues in world sport — a 92,967-capacity structure with a retractable roof, glass doors the size of apartment buildings, and a playing field that sits inside something closer to a space station than a football ground. For World Cup 2026, it will host eight matches including a semi-final. First impressions of the stadium are almost universally the same: it is bigger, brighter, and more overwhelming than anything you imagined. But getting there? That is where the challenge begins. AT&T Stadium sits in Arlington, Texas — directly between Dallas and Fort Worth, in a city that was built around the car. There is no direct subway, no dedicated light rail, no city-centre walking distance for most visitors. Getting to AT&T Stadium for World Cup 2026 requires a plan: which transport method, how much time to allow, where to park if you are driving (and how much it will cost — confirmed official prices are now available), and — critically — how to get home without paying surge pricing that could cost more than your match ticket. This guide covers every AT&T Stadium World Cup 2026 parking and transport option in detail, with confirmed official parking prices, updated bag policy rules confirmed for the World Cup, the current picture on the CentrePort transit connection, and the complete match day timing guide that gets you to your seat stress-free.
AT&T Stadium is the biggest stadium in the entire World Cup 2026 tournament — nearly 6,000 seats larger than the second-biggest venue, Estadio Azteca. Managing the entry and exit of 92,967 fans from a site with no direct rail connection requires planning that most first-time visitors significantly underestimate. Official parking prices have now been confirmed through FIFA's parking portal — book before you arrive. Allow more time than you think you need at every stage of the journey.
Source: AT&T Stadium official venue specifications; FIFA World Cup 2026 parking portal via JustPark
How to Get to AT&T Stadium for World Cup 2026: All Transport Options
AT&T Stadium in Arlington has no direct rail connection — this is the single most important fact to understand before planning your journey. Every transport option involves at least one transfer, a drive, or a walk. Here is a clear breakdown of every realistic option, with honest assessments of each.
Option 1: TRE Train + Ride-Share from CentrePort (Recommended for Dallas/Fort Worth Hotel Guests)
The Trinity Railway Express (TRE) is the closest thing Arlington has to public transport. It runs between Dallas Union Station and Fort Worth's Intermodal Transportation Center, with a stop at CentrePort/DFW Airport approximately 6–8 miles from AT&T Stadium. From CentrePort, take a short Uber or Lyft to AT&T Stadium — approximately 15–25 minutes and $15–$25 pre-surge pricing. This combination is more reliable than driving all the way from Dallas, avoids road congestion, and significantly cuts post-match transport stress. Important update: as of February 2026, no official FIFA fan shuttle from CentrePort to AT&T Stadium has been announced. Earlier guidance referencing an official shuttle was based on anticipated FIFA provision that has not yet been confirmed. Until an official service is announced, the recommended CentrePort connection is a standard Uber or Lyft. Monitor FIFA.com/transportation and arlingtontx.gov/worldcup for updates.
- TRE from Dallas Union Station to CentrePort/DFW: approximately 30–40 minutes, runs every 30 minutes on event days
- TRE from Fort Worth ITC to CentrePort/DFW: approximately 30 minutes
- Uber/Lyft from CentrePort to AT&T Stadium: approximately 15–25 minutes, $15–$25 pre-surge — pre-book the morning of the match if your app allows scheduled rides
- Total journey time from downtown Dallas: allow 90 minutes door-to-stadium
- TRE fares: approximately $2.50–$5.00 USD — purchase on the GoPassApp before you reach the station
- Return strategy: ride-share from the stadium to CentrePort post-match (~$20–$35 with modest surge), then TRE back to Dallas or Fort Worth — this is the most reliable post-match exit option and avoids the full stadium-area congestion
Option 2: Driving and Official Parking (Best for Fans Staying Outside the City Centre)
Driving remains the default option for many AT&T Stadium visitors — particularly fans staying in suburban Dallas or Fort Worth, or groups of 3+ who can split the parking cost. The stadium is easily accessible from I-30, Highway 360, and State Highway 183, all of which have dedicated event day lane management. AT&T Stadium is surrounded by a campus of official parking lots — over 12,000 spaces directly adjacent and further overflow parking within a 15–30 minute walk. Pre-purchase your parking pass through FIFA's official partner JustPark before the event: walk-up availability is not guaranteed for sold-out fixtures, and on-site purchasing is not available for premium lots. Plan for significant road congestion starting 3 hours before kick-off. The I-30 eastbound and Highway 360 approaches back up heavily. From downtown Dallas, allow 90 minutes for a journey that normally takes 30 minutes.
- From downtown Dallas (I-30 West): 18 miles, 30 minutes normally — allow 90 minutes on match day
- From downtown Fort Worth (I-30 East): 18 miles, 28 minutes normally — allow 75 minutes on match day
- From DFW Airport (Highway 360 South): 17 miles, 22 minutes normally — allow 60 minutes on match day
- Pre-book parking at FIFA's official portal: justpark.com/us/event-parking/fifa-world-cup-2026/dallas-stadium/
- Designated accessible parking available in Lots 1 and 2 — requires valid disabled placard or plates displayed; pre-book early as accessible spaces are limited
- Arrive minimum 2.5 hours before kick-off if driving — parking lot entry queues add 30–45 minutes on sold-out match days
Option 3: Ride-Share — Uber and Lyft (Convenient Inbound, Challenging Outbound)
Uber and Lyft are the most popular door-to-door transport option and work well for the journey in. Getting home is a different story entirely. Post-match surge pricing around AT&T Stadium after major NFL games already reaches 3–5x normal rates — fans at World Cup events expecting 93,000 simultaneous departures should budget for the upper end of that range. Fans have reported paying $80–$120 for a post-match Uber back to a Dallas hotel that would normally cost $20. The mitigation: identify your post-match pickup point before kick-off. Walk 10–15 minutes away from the stadium perimeter before opening the app and requesting a ride. Alternatively, take the ride-share to CentrePort and return to Dallas via TRE — this two-step exit is both faster and cheaper than waiting for surges to clear near the stadium.
- Inbound: Uber/Lyft from downtown Dallas — approximately $25–$40 in normal conditions; $40–$65 with match day demand
- Outbound immediately post-match: $60–$120+ with surge pricing at sold-out events — budget for this or build in an alternative
- Designated ride-share pickup zones are on the perimeter of the AT&T Stadium campus — follow in-app directions to the correct pickup zone, not the stadium entrance
- Tip: schedule your return ride as a 'scheduled trip' on the morning of the match to lock in a pre-surge rate where your app allows it
- Lyft currently has better market share at AT&T Stadium events — check both apps on the morning of the match for comparative pricing
Option 4: Pre-Booked Private Transfer (Best for Airport Arrivals and Groups)
For fans flying into DFW or Love Field on match day, a pre-booked private transfer is the most stress-free airport-to-stadium option. Unlike Uber and Lyft, private transfers are priced and confirmed in advance — no surge pricing, no app anxiety, a driver waiting at arrivals. For groups of 3 or more, the per-person cost is often comparable to or lower than surge-priced individual ride-shares. Kiwitaxi operates private transfers across all World Cup 2026 host cities including Dallas/Fort Worth, with fixed-price confirmed bookings available for DFW and Love Field to AT&T Stadium.
- DFW Airport to AT&T Stadium: approximately 17–20 miles, allow 45–60 minutes on match day
- Dallas Love Field to AT&T Stadium: approximately 25 miles, allow 50–70 minutes on match day
- Groups of 3+ save significantly on per-person cost compared to individual surge-priced ride-shares
- Book at least 48 hours in advance for confirmed availability on peak match days
🚗 Arriving from DFW or Love Field? Pre-Book Your Transfer
Arriving by plane on match day and relying on on-demand ride-share is the highest-risk transport choice at AT&T Stadium. Surge pricing after landing during stadium-area congestion can make a 20-mile journey cost $80+. Kiwitaxi offers fixed-price private transfers from both DFW International and Dallas Love Field to AT&T Stadium — price locked at booking, driver confirmed, no app anxiety.
Pre-Book Your Airport Transfer to AT&T Stadium →
Photo: AT&T Stadium
AT&T Stadium Parking: Official World Cup 2026 Prices Confirmed
Official World Cup 2026 parking prices for AT&T Stadium are now live through FIFA's official parking partner JustPark. Prices are tiered by match round — not by lot proximity — meaning the same lot costs more for a Quarter-Final than a group stage match. Pre-booking is essential: lots at other host cities have sold out within days of the parking portal opening, and on-site purchasing is not available for premium spaces. Book at justpark.com/us/event-parking/fifa-world-cup-2026/dallas-stadium/
| Lot Tier | Distance to Gates | Group / R32 | Round of 16 | Quarter-Final | Semi-Final | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium (Lots 1 & 2) | 2–5 min walk | $75 | $100 | $125–$145 | $175 | Immediately adjacent to stadium; accessible parking available here. Sells out first. Essential to pre-book. |
| Standard (Lots 3 & 4) | 8–12 min walk | $75 | $100 | $125–$145 | $175 | Most popular fan lots. Good balance of proximity and availability. Pre-book strongly recommended. |
| Economy (Lots 5–8) | 15–20 min walk | $75 | $100 | $125–$145 | $175 | Official lots with longer walk. Same price as premium for World Cup events — proximity perk is first availability and better post-match exit access. |
| Overflow / Satellite Lots | 20–30 min walk | TBC | TBC | TBC | TBC | No official overflow lot shuttle confirmed as of Feb 2026. Check justpark.com/us/event-parking/fifa-world-cup-2026/dallas-stadium/ for updates. Walk-up availability expected. |
| Accessible Parking (Lots 1 & 2) | 2–5 min walk | $75 | $100 | $125–$145 | $175 | Valid disabled placard or plates required. Limited spaces — pre-book immediately. Same price as standard lot, priority location. |
Stay Near AT&T Stadium — Skip the Transport Headache Entirely
The simplest transport solution for AT&T Stadium World Cup 2026 matches is staying within walking distance. Several hotels in Arlington's Entertainment District sit 10–20 minutes on foot from the stadium gates — no parking fees, no surge pricing, no shuttle queues. Rooms are booking fast for June and July match weeks.
AT&T Stadium World Cup 2026 Match Day Timing Guide
The most common mistake at AT&T Stadium is treating it like a normal event venue. The stadium campus covers hundreds of acres, the parking approach takes longer than it looks on a map, and World Cup security protocols add processing time that fans used to NFL games may not expect. Use this timing guide to plan backwards from kick-off.
If You Are Driving
Leave your hotel or accommodation with enough time to account for road congestion plus parking lot entry. Highways approaching Arlington from Dallas and Fort Worth start backing up 3 hours before kick-off for sold-out matches.
- -3.5 hours: Leave your hotel. This is the minimum for anyone driving from Dallas or Fort Worth.
- -2.5 hours: Arrive on the AT&T Stadium parking campus. Lot entry queues can take 30–45 minutes for adjacent lots at capacity.
- -2 hours: Parked and walking toward the stadium. The walk from Lots 5–8 takes 15–20 minutes.
- -90 minutes: At the stadium gates. Gates typically open 2–2.5 hours before kick-off.
- -75 minutes: Inside the stadium. Time to find your section, get food and drinks, and settle in.
- -15 minutes: In your seat. National anthems begin approximately 10–15 minutes before kick-off — be seated for these.
If You Are Taking the TRE + Ride-Share from CentrePort
TRE connections from downtown Dallas or Fort Worth are more predictable than driving — trains run to a timetable and are unaffected by road congestion. The variable is your TRE departure timing relative to the connection from CentrePort. Book your CentrePort-to-stadium Uber or Lyft in advance as a scheduled trip if your app allows it.
- -3 hours: Leave your hotel and head to Dallas Union Station or Fort Worth ITC
- -2.5 hours: Board the TRE — check the TRE match day timetable for extra services; buy ticket on GoPassApp
- -2 hours: Arrive CentrePort station, request Uber or Lyft to AT&T Stadium (~15–25 minutes, $15–$25)
- -90 minutes: Arrive at AT&T Stadium — in your seat within 30 minutes of arrival
- Return: exit the stadium, Uber/Lyft to CentrePort (~$20–$35 with modest surge), then TRE back to Dallas or Fort Worth — TRE return services are typically extended on major event evenings
If You Are Using Ride-Share or Private Transfer
Pre-booked private transfers (Kiwitaxi) give you the most predictable arrival time. On-demand ride-share works well for inbound journeys but requires discipline on timing — the closer to kick-off, the higher the demand pricing on-app.
- Inbound: book your Uber/Lyft for 2.5 hours before kick-off to avoid peak demand pricing near the stadium
- Drop-off point: the designated ride-share drop-off zone is on the perimeter of the campus — expect a 10–15 minute walk to the gates
- Outbound: arrange your return pickup before you go into the stadium. Pre-schedule if your app allows. Alternatively, walk 10–15 minutes away from the stadium perimeter before requesting.
- Wait strategy: 45–60 minutes inside the stadium post-match significantly reduces surge pricing — concourse food and drink areas remain open for a period after the final whistle
AT&T Stadium Bag Policy for World Cup 2026 — Officially Confirmed
FIFA has confirmed the clear bag policy for all World Cup 2026 US host venues including AT&T Stadium. The policy is consistent with AT&T Stadium's standard clear bag rules — there are no FIFA-specific additional restrictions beyond the venue baseline. The key difference from standard NFL events at some other US venues: all World Cup 2026 US venues enforce the same unified policy, so if you attend matches at multiple cities, one compliant bag works everywhere. The core rule: your bag must be transparent. Non-clear bags — including regular backpacks, tote bags, and shoulder bags — are not permitted in the stadium regardless of size. This catches first-time visitors to US venues who arrive with a regular daypack and are turned away at the security checkpoint. The practical solution: pick up a clear stadium bag before your match day (available at the AT&T Stadium team store, major sporting goods retailers in Dallas, and online for $10–$25), or use a standard 1-gallon zip-lock bag for essentials.
- ✅ PERMITTED: Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag — maximum 12" × 12" × 6" (one bag per person)
- ✅ PERMITTED: One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc or similar) — maximum 11" × 11" (one bag per person)
- ✅ PERMITTED: Small clutch bag, wallet, or wristlet — maximum 6.5" × 4.5", clear or non-clear
- ✅ PERMITTED: Medical bags and diaper bags — subject to additional search at the gate
- ❌ NOT PERMITTED: Non-clear tote bags, backpacks, or shoulder bags of any size
- ❌ NOT PERMITTED: Drawstring bags, camera bags, or sling bags unless fully transparent
- ❌ NOT PERMITTED: Outside food and beverages, cans, hard-sided bottles, professional cameras with detachable lenses, selfie sticks, vuvuzelas, laser pointers
- Bag storage is available outside the stadium for non-compliant bags — expect approximately $10–$20 fee and 15–20 minutes for drop-off and collection
- Source: FIFA World Cup 2026 confirmed stadium entry policy, February 2026
⚠️ Prepare Your Bag the Night Before — Not the Morning Of
The most common cause of match day stress at AT&T Stadium is arriving at the security checkpoint with a non-compliant bag. Being turned away means a trip to bag storage (15–20 minutes and $10–$20), cutting directly into your pre-match experience. Pack your clear bag the evening before. If you do not have a compliant bag, buy one — available at the AT&T Stadium team store, most Dallas sporting goods stores, and on Amazon. The FIFA-confirmed policy is: clear plastic/vinyl/PVC, max 12"×12"×6", or a one-gallon clear freezer bag. Any other bag goes to storage.
Complete AT&T Stadium World Cup 2026 Match Day Checklist
Work through this checklist the evening before your match. Every item has a specific reason — the notes explain why, not just what.
The One Transport Decision Most Fans Get Wrong
The mistake we see repeatedly at AT&T Stadium: fans drive in, have a great match, walk back to the car — and then sit in the parking lot for 60–90 minutes unable to exit while road congestion clears. At a 92,967-capacity World Cup event, the parking lot exit queue can be as long as the match itself. The single best decision for anyone who does not live within walking distance: take the TRE from Dallas Union Station or Fort Worth ITC to CentrePort, Uber to the stadium (15–25 minutes, $15–$25), enjoy the match, then Uber back to CentrePort post-match and take the TRE home. Yes, the total transit cost is $30–$50 return per person — but you arrive relaxed, leave efficiently, and are back at your hotel bar while 60,000 cars are still queuing to exit the parking campus. For a group of four splitting costs, this option is also cheaper than official parking ($75 per car) once you factor in the parking walk and exit wait time.
Everything Else You Need for a Dallas World Cup Trip
Transport sorted. Now plan the rest of your Dallas World Cup experience — the best fan bars, where to stay, which matches are hosted at AT&T Stadium, and how to make the most of one of the great World Cup host cities.
Read the Full World Cup 2026 Dallas Fan Guide →AT&T Stadium World Cup 2026: Transport & Parking FAQs
AT&T Stadium Is Worth Every Minute of the Journey
Getting to AT&T Stadium for World Cup 2026 requires more planning than any other host venue in the tournament. There is no metro, no light rail, no shortcut — just three hours of match day traffic between you and the biggest stadium in the competition. But the moment you walk through those glass doors and see the interior for the first time, every minute of the planning disappears. The fans who have the best AT&T Stadium experience are the ones who sorted their transport before they flew: parking booked, TRE tickets on the GoPassApp, post-match strategy agreed before kick-off. Use this guide, work through the checklist, and arrive 90 minutes early. Everything else takes care of itself. Need help planning the rest of your Dallas World Cup trip? Our full Dallas fan guide covers the best fan bars, where to eat near the stadium, and the must-do experiences in the city between fixtures.
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