Getting There
Footprint Center, Phoenix, AZ
Data updated: 2025-26 NBA Season
Driving
Directions
From the north (Scottsdale/Deer Valley): Take AZ-51 South to I-10 West, exit at 7th Street, head south to Jefferson. From the east (Tempe/Mesa): Take US-60/I-10 West to 7th Street exit.
Details
From the west (Glendale): Take I-10 East to 7th Avenue exit, head south to Jefferson. From the south (Chandler/Tucson): Take I-10 West to downtown Phoenix exits.
Public Transit
Directions
Valley Metro light rail stops adjacent to Footprint Center. $2 fare.
Details
Connects from Tempe (ASU), Mesa, and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (via PHX Sky Train). One of the best rail-connected arenas in the NBA.
Rideshare
Directions
Uber/Lyft drop-off is on the west side of the arena. Pickup zones are designated on 1st Street and Jefferson.
Details
Expect minimal surge for most games, only marquee matchups cause significant pricing spikes.
Travel
Overview
Footprint Center is in downtown Phoenix at Jefferson Street and 2nd Street. Downtown Phoenix is laid out on a grid, making navigation simple. The Valley Metro light rail runs along Jefferson and Washington streets with a stop a 5-minute walk from the arena. Sky Harbor Airport is just 10-15 minutes away via light rail or rideshare.
Community
Intelligence
Crowdsourced logistics and veteran shortcuts from the fan community. Every tip is voted on by fellow game-day veterans.
“Valley Metro light rail is the easiest way from Sky Harbor Airport, no traffic, $2 each way.”
“Downtown Phoenix parking is cheap by NBA standards, $10-15 within walking distance.”
“Traffic on I-10 gets heavy before evening games. Use surface streets or the light rail.”
“If staying in Scottsdale, rideshare is easy and affordable ($20-25 each way).”
“The grid layout downtown makes walking simple, the arena is hard to miss.”
“Street parking meters downtown are free after 10 PM and all day Sunday.”