Getting There
Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, FL
Data updated: 2025-26
Driving
Directions
From Fort Lauderdale: Take I-595 West to Sawgrass Expressway (SR 869) North, exit at NW 136th Avenue. From Miami: Take I-75 North or Florida's Turnpike North to Sawgrass Expressway.
Details
From Palm Beach: Take I-95 South to Sawgrass Expressway West. The arena is visible from the expressway.
Public Transit
Directions
No direct public transit to Amerant Bank Arena. The arena is in suburban Sunrise, FL, not accessible by rail or direct bus.
Details
Car, rideshare (Uber/Lyft $20-30 from Fort Lauderdale), or hotel shuttle are the options.
Rideshare
Directions
Uber/Lyft drop-off is near the main entrance off Panther Parkway. Post-game pickup is in a designated zone.
Details
Budget $20-30 from Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Travel
Overview
Amerant Bank Arena is in Sunrise, a western suburb of Fort Lauderdale, right off Sawgrass Expressway and the Florida Turnpike. This is a car-centric destination, public transit is essentially nonexistent for game nights. If staying in Fort Lauderdale Beach or downtown, rideshare is the most convenient option. The arena is easy to reach by highway, and parking is plentiful.
Community
Intelligence
Crowdsourced logistics and veteran shortcuts from the fan community. Every tip is voted on by fellow game-day veterans.
“A car is essential. There's no practical public transit to Amerant Bank Arena.”
“Sawgrass Expressway is the main route. Follow signs for Sawgrass Mills/Amerant Bank Arena.”
“Traffic on NW 136th Avenue builds 60-90 minutes before puck drop. Arrive early.”
“Rideshare from Fort Lauderdale Beach is about $25, worth it to avoid parking hassle.”
“Post-game, traffic funnels onto Sawgrass Expressway. Budget 20-30 minutes to clear the area.”
“If visiting from Miami, allow 45-60 minutes for the drive depending on I-75 or Turnpike traffic.”