Getting There
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
Data updated: 2025 NFL Season
Driving
Directions
From the south (I-275 N from downtown): Take exit 41B for Dale Mabry Hwy N, follow signs to Raymond James Stadium. From the north (I-275 S): Take exit 41 for Dale Mabry Hwy S, then follow stadium signs.
Details
From the east (I-4 W): Merge onto I-275 S and follow north directions. Plan 15-20 minutes from downtown without traffic, 30-50 minutes on game days.
Public Transit
Directions
HART (Hillsborough Area Regional Transit) buses serve the stadium area with limited game-day express service from select locations. $2 fare.
Details
Tampa is a car-dependent city - most fans drive or rideshare to games.
Rideshare
Directions
Uber and Lyft serve Raymond James Stadium with designated pickup/dropoff zones along Himes Avenue. From downtown Tampa hotels, expect $12-18. From Tampa International Airport (TPA), $10-15.
Details
Post-game surge pricing can be significant. Walk to Himes Ave for faster pickup.
Walking
Directions
Raymond James Stadium is not in a walkable urban area. The closest hotels and restaurants are along Dale Mabry Highway, a 15-30 minute walk without sidewalks in some areas.
Details
Driving, rideshare, or shuttles are recommended.
Travel
Overview
Raymond James Stadium is located in north Tampa along Dale Mabry Highway, about 6 miles north of downtown. Unlike stadiums in walkable city centers, Raymond James is a drive-to destination. I-275 provides the main highway access, and Dale Mabry Highway is the primary surface street. Tampa International Airport is conveniently close at just 5 miles. Public transit is limited, but the Tampa Bay Downs free shuttle is a fan-favorite alternative to driving. Rideshare services are widely used for game-day transportation from downtown Tampa, Ybor City, and the Channelside District.
Community
Intelligence
Crowdsourced logistics and veteran shortcuts from the fan community. Every tip is voted on by fellow game-day veterans.
“The Tampa Bay Downs free shuttle is the best game-day transportation hack. Park for $20 and ride the shuttle both ways.”
“Tampa International Airport (TPA) is just 5 miles from the stadium, perfect for fly-in game-day trips.”
“Rideshare from downtown Tampa is $12-18 and takes about 15-20 minutes. Budget extra time on game days.”
“Post-game Dale Mabry Highway traffic is notoriously bad, tailgate after the game or take a rideshare to avoid gridlock.”
“If coming from Ybor City or Channelside, rideshare is the best option, no direct transit connects those areas to the stadium.”
“Consider staying near the stadium on Dale Mabry Highway to eliminate game-day transportation stress entirely.”