Charter Bus Parking & Dropoff Guide to Mesa, Arizona Sports Venues & Arenas
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Chase Field (Home of the Arizona Diamondbacks)
Why fight downtown Phoenix traffic and hunt for oversized parking spaces when your whole baseball group can ride together to Chase Field? Whether you’re organizing a youth league outing from Mesa or a corporate suite trip, your private bus keeps everyone cool in the desert heat!
Major Roadways to Chase Field
Groups traveling west from Mesa typically take Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway) or US-60 (Superstition Freeway) directly into I-10 West toward downtown Phoenix. From I-10, your driver can take the 7th Street or Washington Street/Jefferson Street exits to approach the ballpark district. Surface streets like 7th Street, 4th Street, and Jefferson Street serve as the primary corridors leading straight to the stadium gates.
Charter Bus Drop-Off & Pickup at Chase Field
Your charter bus can drop passengers off along the designated commercial loading zones on 4th Street just west of the ballpark or along Jackson Street on the south side of the stadium. Because active curb zones enforce a strict 5-minute loading limit, make sure your entire group is gathered near the Chase Field Rotunda or Gate A before messaging your driver to pull up after the final out. Once your bus arrives at the curb, everyone can hop straight aboard and skip the long Valley Metro Rail lines!
Charter Bus Parking & Waiting at Chase Field
Oversized motorcoaches cannot fit inside the standard Jefferson Street Garage due to vertical height clearances, so surface lot parking is required. Your driver can reserve oversized bus spaces in advance through Chase Field parking services in designated surface lots east of 7th Street and south of Lincoln Street, or stage off-site until the 9th inning.
Event-Day Closures & Traffic
Starting two hours before first pitch, Phoenix Police close portions of 4th Street between Washington and Jackson Streets as well as sections of Jackson Street to accommodate pedestrian crowds. Plan to depart Mesa at least 90 minutes before game time, especially when weeknight Diamondbacks games overlap with downtown rush hour or events at neighboring Footprint Center.
Mortgage Matchup Center (Home of the Phoenix Mercury and the Phoenix Suns)
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Major Roadways to Mortgage Matchup Center
Heading in from Mesa, your driver will take Loop 202 West or I-10 West through the Deck Park Tunnel or past Sky Harbor Airport to the 7th Street or 3rd Street downtown exits. From there, Jefferson Street, Washington Street, and 1st Street provide direct access to the arena’s perimeter just two blocks west of Chase Field. During busy tip-off windows, approaching from the south via I-17 (Maricopa Freeway) to the 7th Avenue or Central Avenue surface streets helps your bus bypass the heaviest I-10 interchange backups.
Charter Bus Drop-Off & Pickup at Mortgage Matchup Center
Charter buses and 25-passenger minibuses typically unload groups along the designated curbside passenger zones on Jackson Street (along the south side of the arena) or on 3rd Street between Jefferson and Madison Streets. Curbside waiting and engine idling over five minutes are strictly prohibited by downtown Phoenix traffic enforcement, so your bus will depart immediately after unloading. Before the fourth quarter ends, coordinate a meetup spot with your group outside the Main Casino Arizona Pavilion Entrance at 1st and Jefferson Streets. Once every fan is present, text your driver to swing back to the Jackson Street loading zone for a seamless group pickup!
Charter Bus Parking & Waiting at Mortgage Matchup Center
Because the arena’s attached garage has low overhead clearance, full-size motorcoaches and high-roof party buses must park in surface lots. Your driver can utilize pre-arranged oversized parking in the surface lots south of Lincoln Street between 1st Street and 7th Street. Alternatively, buses can stage at commercial lots near the warehouse district and return to the arena curb in less than five minutes when called.
Event-Day Closures & Traffic
On Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury game nights—or during major arena concert tours—Jefferson Street and 1st Street experience heavy pedestrian crossovers and lane restrictions next to the light rail tracks. If there is a double-header event with Chase Field next door, downtown gridlock doubles fast. Build an extra 45 minutes into your Mesa pickup schedule so your group has plenty of time to clear security and grab snacks before tip-off.
State Farm Stadium (Home of the Arizona Cardinals)
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Major Roadways to State Farm Stadium
Traveling from Mesa to the Westgate Entertainment District takes your group across the metro via US-60 West to I-10 West, then north onto Loop 101 (Agua Fria Freeway) straight to the Cardinals Way, Bethany Home Road, or Maryland Avenue exits. Key local arteries framing the stadium grounds include 91st Avenue, 95th Avenue, and Glendale Avenue.
Charter Bus Drop-Off & Pickup at State Farm Stadium
If your charter bus is only dropping off and picking up without staying to tailgate, your driver will follow directional signage to the dedicated commercial drop-off zone at the 95th Avenue side of the Transportation Plaza (located just south of Maryland Avenue near the Westgate district). Buses are not permitted to use the rideshare lots or stop along Loop 101 frontage roads. After the final whistle, gather your entire group at the Great Lawn or the North Plaza before walking together to the 95th Avenue commercial loading lanes. Having everyone together ensures your driver can load the group quickly without getting directed to circle the perimeter by Glendale Police.
Charter Bus Parking & Waiting at State Farm Stadium
Planning to tailgate right by the bus? You can purchase an oversized vehicle/RV parking pass in advance through State Farm Stadium parking for the designated bus and RV spaces in the Preferred Red Lot or the Great Lawn areas, which open four hours before kickoff. If your bus is staging off-site during the game, your driver can wait at commercial plazas outside the Loop 101 congestion zone and pull back into the Transportation Plaza after the fourth quarter.
Event-Day Closures & Traffic
Crossing the entire Phoenix metro from Mesa to Glendale on NFL Sundays or Fiesta Bowl game days can take 60 to 90 minutes due to heavy backups where I-10 meets Loop 101. Glendale Police also convert lanes on 91st Avenue, 95th Avenue, and Cardinals Way into one-way inbound traffic before kickoff and one-way outbound flow afterward, so leave Mesa at least three hours before kickoff!
Mountain America Stadium (Home of the Arizona Hotshots)
When you book a bus rental for a football game or special athletic showcase at Mountain America Stadium, your group is just a quick 15-minute hop west from Mesa! Whether you’re cheering in the stands or transporting a roster of athletes, our network has Mesa group transportation services built around your exact schedule. Fill out one quick form to compare minibuses, party buses, and charter buses in under 30 seconds!
Major Roadways to Mountain America Stadium
Because Tempe sits right on Mesa’s western border, your driver has several fast routes into campus, starting with Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway) West to the Scottsdale Road/Rural Road exit. Groups coming from central or southern Mesa can also take US-60 West to Loop 101 North or cruise straight down Rio Salado Parkway, University Drive, or Apache Boulevard. Once in Tempe, Veterans Way and Packard Drive lead directly to the stadium complex next to Tempe Town Lake.
Charter Bus Drop-Off & Pickup at Mountain America Stadium
Charter buses can drop off fans and team personnel along Veterans Way near the Carson Student-Athlete Center on the south end of the stadium, or along the designated curb cutout on Packard Drive across from Desert Financial Arena. Make sure your group meets at the Tillman Tunnel or the northeast plaza after the game so everyone can board together within the campus 5-minute active loading window.
Charter Bus Parking & Waiting at Mountain America Stadium
Oversized charter bus parking on game days is located in Lot 59 (north of Rio Salado Parkway along Packard Drive), which accommodates full-size motorcoaches and team buses with pre-arranged passes through ASU Parking and Transit Services. After dropping your group off near the gates, your driver can pull right into Lot 59 to park and wait until your post-game pickup call.
Event-Day Closures & Traffic
Starting three hours before kickoff, ASU Police and Tempe traffic officers close Veterans Way between University Drive and Rio Salado Parkway to regular through-traffic, allowing only permitted buses and game-day shuttles. Heavy foot traffic from Mill Avenue and the Tempe Streetcar tracks along Rio Salado Parkway and Rural Road can also slow down post-game exits. We recommend scheduling your Mesa pickup at least two hours early so your group can enjoy pre-game festivities without sitting in university gridlock. After you book online through the national booking platform, the confirmation team will verify your exact Tempe route and stop times!
Montgomery Stadium
We make it easy for local high school boosters, youth athletic clubs, and marching bands to travel together to Montgomery Stadium right in the heart of Mesa! Located on the historic campus site at Mesa High School and the Stapley Junior High athletic complex, this stadium is a staple for Friday night football, track meets, and regional Mesa school event transportation. Compare buses and pricing in under 30 seconds with one quick form!
Major Roadways to Montgomery Stadium
Reaching Montgomery Stadium from anywhere in the East Valley is a breeze via US-60 (Superstition Freeway) by taking the Mesa Drive or Stapley Drive exits and heading north to Southern Avenue. Groups traveling from northern Mesa can take Loop 202 to Country Club Drive (AZ-87) or Gilbert Road and head south into the central city grid.
Charter Bus Drop-Off & Pickup at Montgomery Stadium
For smooth student and fan unloading, charter buses and 35-passenger minibuses can pull into the dedicated bus loop accessed off Southern Avenue or along the eastern athletic drive near Mesa Drive and Stapley Drive.
Charter Bus Parking & Waiting at Montgomery Stadium
Unlike cramped downtown arenas, Montgomery Stadium and the surrounding Mesa Public Schools athletic grounds feature flat surface lots that easily accommodate full-size 56-passenger motorcoaches without height restrictions. Visiting team buses and fan charters are directed by campus athletics staff to park in the designated bus lanes on the outer perimeter of the Southern Avenue or Mesa Drive surface parking lots for the duration of the game.
Event-Day Closures & Traffic
While formal road closures are rare for neighborhood stadium events, Southern Avenue, Mesa Drive, and Stapley Drive see heavy commuter and school traffic between 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Friday nights. Because Montgomery Stadium sits near residential neighborhoods, drivers must strictly follow local anti-idling rules and avoid parking on side streets. Arriving 60 to 90 minutes before kickoff gives your players plenty of time to unload gear and warm up while parents and fans grab their seats. Plus, you can easily add a post-game celebratory pizza stop in Downtown Mesa right into your online itinerary!
Quick Tips for Mesa, Arizona Game-Day Charter Bus Groups
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