Getting There
Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, NY
Data updated: 2025 NFL Season
Driving
Directions
From downtown Buffalo: Take Route 219 South to Milestrip Road, then follow signs. From I-90: Exit to Route 219 South.
Details
Plan 30-45 minutes from downtown without traffic, 60-90 minutes on game days. All Bills-controlled lots require advance-purchase passes.
Public Transit
Directions
NFTA Metro provides Game Day Express bus service from downtown Buffalo transit centers to Highmark Stadium. Service runs 2-3 hours before kickoff with return service after the game.
Details
Check metro.nfta.com/schedules/game-day-express for routes and times.
Rideshare
Directions
Uber and Lyft serve Highmark Stadium. Rideshare and taxi pickup/dropoff is available near the Bus & Limo Lot.
Details
Expect surge pricing before and after games. From downtown Buffalo, a one-way ride is typically $25-40 during surge.
Walking
Directions
There are no hotels within reasonable walking distance of Highmark Stadium. The nearest lodging options require driving or rideshare.
Details
The stadium is in a suburban/rural area without walkable amenities.
Travel
Overview
Highmark Stadium is located in Orchard Park, New York, about 15 miles south of downtown Buffalo. The stadium sits in a suburban area surrounded by residential neighborhoods and farmland, with Abbott Road as the primary access route. Most fans drive, but the NFTA provides game-day shuttle service from downtown Buffalo. Rideshare is an option but prices surge significantly on game days. Plan for heavy traffic on Abbott Road and Route 20A starting 2-3 hours before kickoff.
Community
Intelligence
Crowdsourced logistics and veteran shortcuts from the fan community. Every tip is voted on by fellow game-day veterans.
“The NFTA game-day shuttle is the easiest car-free option, no parking, no traffic, no designated driver needed.”
“If driving from downtown Buffalo, Route 219 South is the most direct route. Avoid Abbott Road until close to the stadium.”
“Rideshare post-game: walk at least 10 minutes from the stadium to reduce wait times and surge pricing.”
“Consider carpooling, Buffalo has active Bills fan groups online that coordinate rides to games.”
“Abbott Road becomes one-way approaching the stadium on game days. Follow traffic control directions.”
“Leave downtown Buffalo at least 2 hours before kickoff if driving, traffic builds steadily.”