Eighty thousand seats. Twenty-four thousand parking spaces. One retractable roof.
AT&T Stadium in Arlington is spectacular on paper — and an absolute coordination puzzle on game day. The I-30 Collins Street exit (Exit 28A) backs up for miles before a Cowboys kickoff, Arlington Police close the surrounding surface streets about halfway through the event, and once your car is in a lot, it stays there until lot-clearing begins. Post-game I-30 can pin you at a standstill for 30 to 45 minutes on a sellout.
For a Fort Worth group heading east on I-30, the math simplifies quickly: one charter bus or party bus drops your group at the stadium's West Side bus drop-off zone, stages in Bus Lot Blue 15 during the game, and has a post-game pickup window already arranged for when you walk out. Nobody scrambles through the lot exit. Nobody coordinates a surge-priced app in a crowd.
The whole piece is handled before you leave Fort Worth.
This guide answers the first-timer's actual questions about AT&T Stadium group transportation: where the bus enters and waits, what the parking pass situation costs, how far the rideshare lot sits from the gates, what roads close and when — all sourced from the stadium's own published rules — along with which vehicle fits your headcount, what shapes the rate, and what's different for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. For the full DFW sports transportation picture, the Fort Worth sporting event party bus page covers the broader context.
Why Rent a Bus to AT&T Stadium?
AT&T Stadium has no direct rail connection for regular Cowboys games. There is no train that drops your group at the gate — the closest transit option for World Cup matches involves the Trinity Railway Express to CentrePort, followed by a charter bus connection and a 10-minute walk, totaling roughly 90 minutes from Fort Worth. On a standard Cowboys game day, rideshare pickup is corralled into Lot 15 off Randol Mill Road at Webb Street — a shared zone where post-game queues build fast on sellout Sundays and surge pricing kicks in the moment the final whistle blows.
One charter bus or party bus from Fort Worth eliminates most of that friction. Your group departs from a single point — a hotel near the Cultural District, a bar in the Stockyards, a parking area off Camp Bowie — and arrives at the West Side drop-off on one straightforward drive. No per-car parking pass, no carpool coordination, no split arrivals.
The bus is reserved as a block of hours: it holds the tailgate gear during the game, stages in Lot Blue 15, and has a post-game pickup window locked in before anyone walks through the gate. Once your group clears 15 or 20 people, the flat bus rate divided across the headcount routinely beats what everyone would spend individually on passes, gas, and a post-game rideshare.
Charter Bus & Party Bus Drop-Off at AT&T Stadium
The official AT&T Stadium parking page designates two passenger drop-off zones: the north side of Randol Mill Road (Lot 1 area) and the south side off Cowboys Way (Lot 6). Large buses specifically use the West Side bus drop-off zone. Smaller vehicles — Sprinter vans, limos — use the Entry A or Entry F passenger zones along the north and south sides of the stadium.
After your group is on the curb, the bus moves to its assigned staging area and stays there until event-end.
That staging area is Bus Lot Blue 15, off Randol Mill Road at Webb Street. A bus parking pass is required and must be purchased in advance — it is not sold at the gate on event day. The parking page makes the requirement explicit, and the pass must match your specific event.
RVs and oversize vehicles are directed to Lot 14 at $150 per space, bookable online. For most group transportation purposes, Lot Blue 15 is the number that matters for the bus's staging assignment.
Drop-off zones are not available for post-event pickup. Arlington Police close roads mid-event, and the stadium's own guidance makes clear that post-game pickup happens at the lot — not at the original curb. Setting a post-game meeting point and pickup window before the group enters the stadium is the single most important coordination step for an AT&T Stadium bus trip.
Rideshare pickup is also designated in Lot 15, off Randol Mill Road and Webb Street. That places Uber and Lyft arrivals in the same zone as bus staging — meaning the post-game rideshare queue and departing bus traffic share that area after every sellout. A private charter bus has its staging arranged in advance and departs on a coordinated schedule.
Taxis stage pre- and post-event at the Miller LiteHouse entrance near North Collins Street and Cowboys Way, first-come, first-served.
Bus Parking at AT&T Stadium — Blue 15 and the Advance Pass
The only permitted lot for buses is Bus Lot Blue 15, per the stadium's published parking guidance. The pass must be purchased in advance through the stadium's official channels — nothing is sold at the gate on event day. Comparing vehicle options and pricing on Fortworthpartybuscompany.com ahead of time makes it easier to plan around that requirement, so there's less uncertainty at a closed gate on game day.
Compare that to every individual car-driving group member, who needs their own pre-purchased pass in whatever tier they're targeting. Blue Lots 4–7, directly adjacent to the gates, run $75–$100 per car; standard lots (10–12) run $50–$60; economy lots (14–15) run $25–$35. Passes purchased on game day, when available, cost $10–$20 more than pre-sale prices.
Premium lots sell out before game day on marquee dates. One bus pass covers your entire group at one predictable cost — no per-car math, no app-purchase per person. Check the official AT&T Stadium parking page before your visit to confirm current lot availability and pass requirements for your specific event.
AT&T Stadium Transportation: Every Option Compared
Arlington has no subway, no light rail to the stadium gate, and no complimentary shuttle infrastructure for regular Cowboys games. This is a bus-comparison site, and that's worth stating plainly: a private group bus isn't automatically the right answer for every situation. Here's an honest look at the options so your group can make a clear call.
| Option | Cost shape | Group arrives together? | Drop-off point | Post-game pickup | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private charter bus or party bus | One flat rate, split across the group | Yes — one vehicle, one arrival | Best — West Side bus drop-off, steps from gates | Pre-arranged in Lot Blue 15; bus is staged and waiting | 15–56 people |
| Trinity Railway Express (World Cup 2026 only) | Per ticket + free charter bus connection included | Only if booked on the same train | Good — Bus Hub north of stadium + 10-min walk | Separate return trip to TRE station required | Any size, no group control |
| Rideshare (Uber / Lyft) | Per car each way + post-game surge pricing | No — multiple cars, different ETAs | Poor — Lot 15, shared zone, post-game queues | Surge-priced, long wait after sellouts | 1–4 per car |
| Taxi | Metered, plus post-game demand | No — multiple cars | Miller LiteHouse, North Collins Street | First-come, first-served at Miller LiteHouse | 1–4 per car |
| Everyone drives and parks | Pre-bought pass per car + gas + tolls | No — caravans split up | Varies by lot color and distance | Stuck in lot exit queue with 80,000 others | 1–2 cars |
For one or two people, a rideshare is often the quickest, cheapest call — no reason to charter a bus for a couple. But once your group fills four or more cars' worth of people, the coordination overhead — separate passes, different drop-off zones, mismatched arrival times, post-game surge wait — tips decisively toward one vehicle. That's the group this guide is built for.
The World Cup TRE option deserves a genuine look for those specific match dates; that's covered in its own section below.
What Bus Fits Your AT&T Stadium Group?
AT&T Stadium runs at a scale most venues don't reach, and your vehicle choice shapes how cleanly your group moves through it. Fortworthpartybuscompany.com connects you to a large network of bus companies serving Fort Worth with multiple vehicle classes to match your headcount and how much game-day gear you're hauling. Here's how the full vehicle lineup breaks down for an AT&T Stadium run.
| Vehicle | Typical seats | Gear / storage | Best for | Key amenities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14-passenger Sprinter limo / Sprinter van | Up to 14 | Modest — bags, personal items | Small VIP groups, suite holders, executive groups | Leather seating, USB charging, tinted privacy windows |
| Party bus (15–50 passengers) | ~15–50 | Onboard storage, lighter loads | Fan groups that want the full rolling energy on the drive in | Built-in bar area, LED lighting, Bluetooth sound, flat-panel TVs |
| 15–35 passenger minibus | ~15–35 | Overhead bins plus underfloor storage | Mid-size groups, corporate suite shuttles, church fan sections | Powerful A/C, plush reclining seats, overhead storage |
| 40–56 passenger charter bus | Up to 56 | Excellent — deep undercarriage bays | Large groups, company outings, full tailgate-setup groups | Reclining seats, climate control, WiFi, power outlets, onboard restroom, undercarriage bays |
The deciding factors are headcount and gear. A minibus is the right pick for a mid-size group that wants to ride together comfortably without the full party bus setup. For groups hauling a tailgate canopy and folding chairs, a full-size charter bus provides deep undercarriage bays that handle the load cleanly — no cramming gear into trunk space, no roof carriers.
For groups that want LED lighting, a strong sound system, and a party atmosphere from pickup to parking lot, a 15- to 50-passenger party bus is the call. ADA-accessible vehicles are available — note that in your quote request.
Fort Worth Charter Bus & Party Bus Rental Prices for AT&T Stadium
Fortworthpartybuscompany.com returns quotes in under 30 seconds — you see the rate before committing to anything. A few factors shape what a bus costs for an AT&T Stadium trip from Fort Worth. Vehicle size is the biggest variable — a 56-passenger charter bus and a 14-passenger Sprinter limo are priced at very different hourly rates.
Total hours in the rental block cover travel in, tailgate time, the game, and post-game staging. Event date affects demand — a mid-week Cowboys home game prices differently than a World Cup semifinal weekend or a sold-out stadium concert. Pickup location adds mileage — a Stockyards pickup runs a different distance than one originating from Burleson or Denton.
To give you an idea of planning ranges — not quotes or current market data, since the real number moves with itinerary and date — 25-passenger party buses run $250–$350/hour on weekdays and $275–$375/hour on weekends; 40–56 passenger charter buses run $200–$350/hour on both weekdays and weekends, with day rates of $1,350–$2,850; and 15–35 passenger minibuses run $200–$250/hour on weekdays and $200–$275/hour on weekends. The stadium's bus parking pass is a separate pre-purchased cost on top of the rental rate.
Once the flat bus rate is split across 30, 40, or 50 people, the per-head number routinely comes in below what each car-driving group member would spend on a parking pass, gas, and tolls — before accounting for the post-game rideshare surge. Call 682-882-9570 or request estimates online; the Fort Worth party bus prices page has a full rate breakdown by vehicle class.
A Game-Day Planning Example
To give you an idea: a 44-person Cowboys fan group books a 50-passenger party bus. Pickup at 1:30 PM from a hotel near downtown Fort Worth — at the West Side drop-off by 2:45 PM, nearly four hours before a 6:15 PM kickoff. The undercarriage bays hold folding chairs and a 10x10 canopy.
The group tailgates through 5:30 PM, walks to the gates, and the bus stages in Lot Blue 15 for a 10:30 PM pickup after the final whistle. A 10-hour rental at that size might come to roughly $3,000–$3,500 — approximately $68–$80 per person, with the lot exit wait, post-game rideshare surge, and per-car parking pass all wrapped into that single number.
Getting Your Group from Fort Worth to AT&T Stadium
AT&T Stadium sits in the heart of the Arlington Entertainment District, directly off I-30, about 16 miles east of downtown Fort Worth. Off-peak, that's a 22-to-30-minute run on a clear highway. Game day is a different story.
The Collins Street exit (Exit 28A) is the primary approach to the stadium's main lots, and it backs up predictably starting about three hours before a Cowboys kickoff. The Ballpark Way exit (Exit 27) is the secondary approach — a cleaner option for groups coming from the west on I-30 when Collins is already stacking.
Arlington Police activate one-way surface-street patterns surrounding the stadium about halfway through events, and AT&T Way and Cowboys Way close entirely on major event days — AT&T Way from Cowboys Way to Randol Mill Road, and Cowboys Way from North Collins Street to AT&T Way. Standard navigation apps fail to account for these real-time closures and regularly direct cars into blocked approaches. Because the bus approach and parking assignment are confirmed in advance, the group bypasses the GPS misdirection problem that catches first-timers in dead-end loops around closed streets.
From common Fort Worth and DFW pickup points, here are approximate off-peak distances and drive times:
| From… | Approx. distance | Off-peak drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Fort Worth / Sundance Square | ~16 miles | 22–30 minutes |
| Fort Worth Stockyards | ~19 miles | 25–35 minutes |
| TCU / University area | ~14 miles | 20–28 minutes |
| Westover Hills / Benbrook | ~18 miles | 25–35 minutes |
| DFW International Airport | ~21 miles | 25–35 minutes |
Build at least 45–60 minutes of buffer onto any off-peak estimate for Cowboys sellouts. For groups flying into DFW, a single bus pickup at the terminal consolidates everyone before anyone deals with a rental car or individual rideshare — the DFW airport bus guide covers how the airport leg works for groups arriving by air.
World Cup 2026 Group Transportation at AT&T Stadium
AT&T Stadium — rebranded Dallas Stadium for the duration of the tournament — hosts more FIFA World Cup 2026 matches than any other venue in the tournament: nine total, including five group stage games, two Round of 32 matches, a Round of 16, and a semifinal on July 14, 2026. For a Fort Worth charter bus group, those nine dates come with a road closure plan significantly more extensive than anything a Cowboys regular season brings — and a rideshare picture that's considerably worse.
On World Cup match days, the designated rideshare and taxi pickup zone moves from Lot 15 to the Esports Stadium Arlington parking lot, approximately 0.7 miles from the stadium entrance — a 10-to-15-minute walk after a three-hour match in a Texas summer. Private charter buses and shuttles are directed to Chapman Cutoff Road (between Stadium Drive and East Randol Mill Road), per the official FIFA World Cup 26 Dallas transportation and mobility page — a closer staging point with an arranged pickup window instead of a shared post-match queue.
The tournament's official transit plan for fans routes through the Trinity Railway Express (TRE): board at Fort Worth Central Station (1001 Jones Street, Fort Worth) or Victory Station in downtown Dallas, ride to CentrePort/DFW Airport Station, then board complimentary charter buses to a Bus Hub north of the stadium, and walk roughly 10 minutes to the gates — about 90 minutes total from Fort Worth. During the actual tournament, more than 40,000 people used this system on match days, with a peak of 7,800 riders on a single afternoon, according to reporting from KERA News. The plan worked — but it also meant the TRE nodes were crowded, connection timing was precise, and groups that missed a departure window were on their own for the next train.
A private Fort Worth charter bus to AT&T Stadium for a World Cup match skips the transit chain entirely. Your group boards at one point in Fort Worth, arrives at Chapman Cutoff Road near the stadium, and the bus holds your place for the return trip on a pre-agreed schedule. For groups of 15 or more that want to arrive and leave on their own timeline, the single-vehicle option beats the TRE connection on convenience each time.
For any remaining 2026 World Cup matches, request pricing early at 682-882-9570 — vehicle inventory across DFW for tournament dates moved quickly once the match schedule was confirmed.
World Cup road closures at AT&T Stadium are more extensive than a regular Cowboys game day. AT&T Way closes from Cowboys Way to Randol Mill Road; Cowboys Way closes from North Collins Street to AT&T Way. These closures are enforced for several hours before and after each match.
The approach route for your bus can vary by specific match date — and it's worth reviewing the official FIFA World Cup 26 Dallas transportation page before you go.
Tailgating at AT&T Stadium with a Charter Bus or Party Bus
AT&T Stadium is a serious tailgating venue, and a charter bus with deep undercarriage bays is the most practical way to bring a full setup. Tailgating is permitted in the designated grass perimeter areas of Lots 4–7 and 10–15, in a maximum footprint of 9 feet wide by 12 feet deep per space — directly behind your vehicle. Spaces cannot be saved or held for late arrivals.
If your tailgate group wants to set up together, arrive together.
From the official AT&T Stadium A-Z Guide, here's what's permitted and what isn't for Cowboys game day tailgating:
Permitted: Gas and charcoal grills are allowed in the tailgate lots. Canopies and tents up to 10x10 are fine. Folding chairs and personal food setups within your designated space all clear the rules.
Parking lots open five hours before Cowboys kickoffs.
Not permitted: Deep fryers, open wood fires, fireworks, amplified sound systems, and glass containers are prohibited. Vehicles may not enter the stadium grounds towing anything — no trailers, no tow-behind grills. For a bus group, that means the entire setup rides in the undercarriage bays, which handles this cleanly: gear arrives in the same vehicle as the group, nothing is towed, and there's no separate equipment caravan to coordinate at the lot entrance.
AT&T Stadium is a cashless venue — all concessions inside require a card or mobile payment. Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the stadium. Worth knowing before someone in the group heads to the gate with a bag from the tailgate.
Leaving AT&T Stadium: Post-Game Pickup
Getting out of the Arlington Entertainment District after an AT&T Stadium sellout is where a private bus earns its keep most decisively. Eighty thousand fans hitting the same exits at the same moment backs I-30 up for 30 to 45 minutes on peak dates, and directed one-way traffic flows push vehicles onto Collins Street in sequence — you move on the stadium's schedule, not your own. Individual cars can't leave early once directed parking is active.
Post-event, drop-off zones are not available for pickup, per the stadium's own guidance. That means rideshare users walk from the gates to Lot 15, join a post-game queue in a surge-priced zone, and wait — which on a Cowboys sellout can mean a 20-to-30-minute hold before anyone gets a match. A private bus, by contrast, stages in Lot Blue 15 during the game with a post-game pickup window already set.
Your group exits the gate, walks to the lot, and the bus is there — cleared to depart when the lots open, back toward I-30 while everyone else is still working through the exit sequence.
The post-game pickup time is built into the rental block of hours. No surge pricing. No coordinating a rideshare in a crowd.
The ride back to Fort Worth is already handled the moment you walk out.
Tips for Your AT&T Stadium Visit
A few stadium policies every group should know before arriving, all sourced from AT&T Stadium's official guidance:
Clear Bag Policy. AT&T Stadium enforces a clear bag policy at all events. Each person may bring one clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag no larger than 12" × 6" × 12" — or a one-gallon clear Ziploc bag — plus one small clutch no larger than 4.5" × 6.5".
Backpacks, tinted bags, and camera bags are not permitted. For Cowboys games, bag storage is available through the Mobile Locker Company in Silver Lot 5 and Blue Lot 9. Medical items are exempt with inspection at the gate.
Mobile Tickets Only. All tickets at AT&T Stadium are mobile and accessed through the official Dallas Cowboys app. PDF or screenshot tickets are not accepted at the gate — every person in the group needs the app loaded and tickets ready before reaching the entry point.
Pre-Purchase Parking. Parking passes must be bought before event day. Day-of purchases cost $10–$20 more than pre-sale when available, and premium Blue Lots sell out before game day on marquee dates.
Bus parking passes must be purchased in advance — none are available at the gate.
Cashless Stadium. Every transaction inside AT&T Stadium requires a card or mobile payment. No cash is accepted at any register or concession stand inside the venue.
Stadium Contact. AT&T Stadium is at 1 AT&T Way, Arlington, TX 76011. Guest Services: (817) 892-4161, Monday–Friday 9 AM–5 PM, extended on event days.
Ticket Office: (817) 892-5000. The official AT&T Stadium A-Z Guide is the best place to check current policies, prohibited items, and accessibility services for your specific event.
Upcoming Events at AT&T Stadium
AT&T Stadium runs a year-round calendar heavy enough to make it one of the most-requested charter bus destinations in DFW. The official AT&T Stadium events page keeps the full schedule current. Major upcoming group transportation dates include:
Dallas Cowboys 2025 season home games continue through January 2026, including eight home contests at AT&T Stadium. For Arlington party bus rentals and Fort Worth groups, the I-30 timing window is the critical planning variable on every game day — Collins Street backs up predictably, and the earlier the bus departs Fort Worth, the smoother the approach.
BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' on August 15–16, 2026 brings two back-to-back sold-out stadium crowds to Arlington — the type of event where parking lots around the Entertainment District fill hours before doors and every I-30 approach backs up from both directions. A Fort Worth concert charter bus rental takes the group directly to the West Side drop-off and has the return trip to Fort Worth already scheduled before the show ends.
THE R&B TOUR: Chris Brown & USHER on September 10, 12–13, 2026; KAROL G: Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour on October 15, 2026; and Ed Sheeran: LOOP Tour on October 24, 2026 follow in quick succession — four concert events across seven weeks that fill the Arlington Entertainment District lots before most people finish pre-show dinner.
FIFA World Cup 2026 at Dallas Stadium runs nine matches from June 14 through a semifinal on July 14, 2026. For any World Cup date, book as early as your match ticket is confirmed. Vehicle inventory across DFW for tournament weekends moved fast once the schedule was announced.
Types of Groups That Book a Bus to AT&T Stadium
The same door-to-door group transportation works for AT&T Stadium regardless of what's on the field — everyone arrives together, on schedule, without the parking pass math. These are the types of groups that request this trip most often:
Cowboys fan groups and tailgaters. Large-scale fan travel where the pregame energy builds on the road from Fort Worth — party bus with LED lighting and Bluetooth sound from pickup, undercarriage bays for the full tailgate setup, and a confirmed post-game pickup window. A Fort Worth charter bus to an AT&T Stadium tailgate is one of the most straightforward applications of group transportation in DFW.
Corporate and suite groups. Moving clients and staff from Fort Worth hotels or offices to a Cowboys suite or club-level section without anyone tracking their own parking pass or navigating a lot closure on the way out. The Fort Worth corporate event transportation page covers group rates and corporate shuttle options.
World Cup fan groups. Out-of-town fans arriving at DFW who need a coordinated transfer from the airport to the stadium and back — one bus pickup at the terminal instead of splitting a group across multiple rideshares with luggage on arrival day.
Concert groups. Stadium-scale shows where every lot in the Arlington Entertainment District fills before most people finish pre-show dinner — a charter bus takes the group to the West Side curb and has the return trip to Fort Worth already locked in.
Birthday and celebration groups. A Cowboys game or concert that doubles as a milestone occasion, with the whole group together from the first pickup in Fort Worth instead of scattered across different lots at different times. The Fort Worth birthday party bus page covers celebration trip options.
Also heading to Globe Life Field on the same trip? The Rangers' ballpark is right next door in the Arlington Entertainment District. The Globe Life Field group transportation guide covers its own drop-off, parking, and approach road specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly does a charter bus drop off at AT&T Stadium?
Large buses use the West Side bus drop-off zone at AT&T Stadium, per the stadium's published parking guidance. Passenger drop-off zones for smaller vehicles are also available on the north side of Randol Mill Road (Lot 1 area) and the south side off Cowboys Way (Lot 6). Sprinters and limos use Entry A or Entry F.
After drop-off, the bus moves to its staging lot. The exact approach and drop-off point can shift by event date, since road closures change the approach on major event days.
Where do buses park at AT&T Stadium?
Bus parking is in Bus Lot Blue 15, off Randol Mill Road at Webb Street, per the official AT&T Stadium parking page. A bus parking pass is required and must be purchased in advance — it is not sold at the gate on event day. RV and oversize vehicle parking is in Lot 14 at $150 per space, available online.
Regular car lots (Blue 4–7) run $75–$100 per vehicle, standard lots (10–12) run $50–$60, and economy lots (14–15) run $25–$35.
How much does a charter bus to AT&T Stadium from Fort Worth cost?
Pricing depends on vehicle size, total hours in the rental block, the event date, and pickup location. To give you an idea of ranges — not a quote, since the real number moves with those factors — party buses run approximately $250–$500/hour depending on size and day; charter buses (40–56 passengers) run approximately $200–$350/hour with day rates of $1,350–$2,850; minibuses run approximately $200–$275/hour. The stadium's bus parking pass is a separate pre-purchased cost.
Call 682-882-9570 or request estimates online for pricing specific to your date and group size.
What roads close around AT&T Stadium on event days?
On major event days — Cowboys games, World Cup matches, stadium concerts — AT&T Way closes from Cowboys Way to Randol Mill Road, and Cowboys Way closes from North Collins Street to AT&T Way. Arlington Police close roads approximately halfway through events, meaning vehicles must be in their assigned lots before closures take effect. GPS apps frequently fail to account for these real-time closures.
Review the official AT&T Stadium parking page and current event advisories before your visit.
How does post-event pickup work for a charter bus at AT&T Stadium?
Drop-off zones are not available for post-event pickup, per the stadium's official guidance. The bus stages in Lot Blue 15 during the event with a pre-arranged pickup window agreed on before the group enters the stadium. Your group exits, walks to the lot, and the bus is there.
Arlington Police manage a directed one-way exit flow from the lots, so coordinating the post-game meeting point and timing in advance is the key step for a clean departure.
What is the bag policy at AT&T Stadium?
AT&T Stadium enforces a clear bag policy at all events. Approved bags: one clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag no larger than 12" × 6" × 12" (or a one-gallon clear Ziploc), plus one small clutch no larger than 4.5" × 6.5". Backpacks, tinted bags, and camera bags are prohibited.
For Cowboys games, bag storage is available at the Mobile Locker Company in Silver Lot 5 and Blue Lot 9. Medical items are exempt with inspection. Check the official A-Z Guide for any event-specific updates to the policy.
How does transportation work for World Cup 2026 at AT&T Stadium?
For World Cup matches, AT&T Stadium is temporarily renamed Dallas Stadium and hosts nine matches. Private charter buses are directed to Chapman Cutoff Road (between Stadium Drive and East Randol Mill). Rideshare pickup moves to the Esports Stadium Arlington lot, approximately 0.7 miles away.
The official transit plan routes fans via the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) from Fort Worth Central Station (1001 Jones Street) to CentrePort/DFW Airport Station, then on complimentary charter buses to a Bus Hub north of the stadium, followed by a 10-minute walk — about 90 minutes total. Road closures: AT&T Way (Cowboys Way to Randol Mill) and Cowboys Way (Collins to AT&T Way) close on match days. See the official FIFA World Cup 26 Dallas transportation page for current match-day plans.
How far in advance should I book a bus to AT&T Stadium?
For regular Cowboys home games and most events, two to four weeks of lead time gives a solid vehicle selection. For World Cup 2026 matches, BTS concert dates, and other stadium-scale events where DFW vehicle supply tightens significantly, book as early as your event ticket is confirmed. The biggest World Cup dates and sold-out concert weekends — vehicle availability moved faster than the event tickets on those.
Call 682-882-9570 to check current availability for your specific date.
Can a charter bus group tailgate at AT&T Stadium?
Yes, for Cowboys games and most events. Tailgating is permitted in the designated grass areas of Lots 4–7 and 10–15, in a maximum footprint of 9 feet wide by 12 feet deep directly behind your vehicle. Gas and charcoal grills are allowed.
Deep fryers, open fires, amplified sound systems, fireworks, glass containers, and towing (trailers or anything hitched to the vehicle) are prohibited. Spaces cannot be saved or held for late arrivals. Confirm current tailgate rules for non-Cowboys events through the official AT&T Stadium A-Z Guide.
Are ADA-accessible buses available for AT&T Stadium trips?
Yes — ADA-accessible vehicles are available. Note your accessibility needs when requesting your quote so the right vehicle can be confirmed. At the stadium, accessible parking spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis with a valid state-issued placard or license plate.
The stadium's mobility assistance shuttle runs from the lots to the stadium entries on request.
Is there public transportation to AT&T Stadium for regular Cowboys games?
There is no direct rail service to AT&T Stadium for regular Cowboys games. Arlington has no subway or light rail line to the stadium. The TRE charter bus connection available for World Cup 2026 matches was a purpose-built tournament system — it does not operate for regular Cowboys home games.
Every non-private option ends with a surface-street connection or a walk from a remote staging area, which is why group transportation is the most direct solution for parties of 15 or more.
Book Your AT&T Stadium Party Bus or Charter Bus Today
Whether it's a Cowboys sellout where Collins Street backs up two miles before kickoff, a World Cup semifinal at Dallas Stadium, a sold-out BTS concert, or a KAROL G show that fills every lot in the Arlington Entertainment District — the right bus for your group is a quick call or a 30-second quote away. Fortworthpartybuscompany.com connects you to a large network of bus companies serving Fort Worth, with party buses, charter buses, minibuses, Sprinter vans, and Sprinter limos available to compare and price for your specific event date.
The bus drops your group at the West Side curb while everyone else in Arlington is navigating a pre-purchased parking pass, a GPS that doesn't know about the road closures, and a post-game rideshare queue. Share the headcount, the Fort Worth pickup location, and the event date, and compare vehicle options, amenities, and estimated prices built around the approach route and post-game pickup window. Call 682-882-9570 any time or request estimates online to see available options.


