Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium parking ranges from $10-$60 across official stadium lots and surrounding garages. Alabama Crimson Tide game day parking passes can be prepaid online for the closest lots, with cheaper options available within walking distance of the venue. Tailgating is allowed in designated lots only; find lot maps, ADA accessible parking, and rideshare drop-off details below.
Common questions
How much is parking at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium?
Where can I find cheap parking near Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium?
Where do I park for a Alabama Crimson Tide game at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium?
Can you tailgate at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium?
How Much Is Parking at Bryant-Denny Stadium?
Parking at Bryant-Denny Stadium ranges from $10 for budget off-campus lots up to $60 for premium reserved spots near the stadium on high-demand game days.
The University of Alabama’s official on-campus lots charge $35 per single game, and season passes for Lot A are available for $275 through the UA Athletics program. These are the most convenient university-owned options and are managed through Clutch!, the official gameday parking technology of the University of Alabama, with passes delivered electronically via mobile.
Third-party and private lots near the stadium typically run between $20 and $30, with prices climbing for rivalry games like the Iron Bowl against Auburn. The further you park from the stadium, the lower the price, lots within 0.5 to 1 mile off campus are a solid middle ground for fans looking to save without a long walk.
For fans on the tightest budget, the Downtown Intermodal Facility offers free car parking with a low-cost shuttle, and some residential spots south of the stadium can be found in the $20-$30 range. All on-campus lots are cashless, so bring a card or load up a prepaid Fancard before you arrive.
Bryant-Denny Stadium Parking Lots and Maps
Bryant-Denny Stadium has several official university lots spread across campus, each with different distances, prices, and shuttle access.
Lot A is a season-pass-only lot priced at $275 for the full season, located approximately 1 mile from the stadium. Lots B and C are the primary single-game lots at $35 per game, serving the bulk of general public attendees. The Stadium Drive Deck sits about 0.3 miles from the stadium and is one of the closer structured parking options. The Tutwiler Deck, roughly 0.6 miles out, is used for accessible parking at $35 and also served season pass holders in past years. The Transit Hub Deck at 315 Hackberry Lane is an important hub for day-of accessible parking at $40.
All official parking passes include a free Crimson Ride Shuttle ride to and from the Quad, with service beginning at 7:00 a.m. on game days and running until 1.5 hours after the final whistle. Lot A and Peter Bryce Blvd lots are serviced by the east campus Crimson Ride route. The official parking map is available through UAGameday.com and the Clutch! app.
Off-campus options include the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater Lot about 0.5 miles away for roughly $15, and various private residential lots south of the stadium along Hackberry Lane. Platforms like SpotHero let fans pre-book third-party spaces near the stadium ahead of game day.
Preferred/Premium Parking at Bryant-Denny Stadium
The closest and most premium parking at Bryant-Denny Stadium is reserved for Tide Pride members, season ticket holders in premium zones, and faculty/staff with designated campus permits.
Tide Pride members with premium season ticket packages, including those in the North Zone, South Zone, Terrace Club, North and South Champions Club, Ivory Club, Loge Boxes, Skyboxes, East Premium Suites, and Founders Suites, receive access to priority parking areas as part of their membership benefits. These are the spots closest to the stadium and are not available for single-game purchase by the general public.
For premium season pass access in the closest general lots, Lot A at $275 per season is the top available option for non-Tide Pride fans, though there is typically a waitlist. Fans on the waitlist can contact info@uagameday.com to be added. The Stadium Drive Deck at $20 per game is another close-in option for single-game attendees, sitting just 0.3 miles from the gates.
At the high end of the third-party market, premium reserved spots near the stadium can reach $60 or more on rivalry game days. Booking 2-3 days in advance through SpotHero or SeatGeek Parking often locks in better rates than walking up on game day.
Free Parking Near Bryant-Denny Stadium
Free parking near Bryant-Denny Stadium is limited but available if you plan ahead and are willing to walk or take a shuttle.
The best free parking option is the Downtown Intermodal Facility parking deck at 601 23rd Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. Parking there is free, and it is less than 1 mile from the stadium, close enough to walk the Stadium Stroll on foot. A shuttle also runs from this facility starting 3 hours before kickoff and continuing 1 hour after the game ends, charging just $1 per ride (or $0.50 for fans over 60 and free for children under 3).
University Mall offers another free car parking option with a round-trip shuttle to the stadium’s south end zone for $10. Shuttles at University Mall begin at 7:00 a.m. on game days.
Downtown streets in Tuscaloosa have some free on-street parking, though spots fill early on major game days. Residential yards south of the stadium along Hackberry Lane and between the stadium and Calvary Baptist Church are commonly rented by homeowners on game days, typically ranging from $20-$30, not free, but a flexible walk-up option. Students flying in from Birmingham often rent a car for the 1-hour drive, making the total trip comparable in cost to premium parking.
Can You Tailgate at Bryant-Denny Stadium?
Yes, tailgating is allowed at Bryant-Denny Stadium and is one of the most celebrated traditions in college football.
Tailgating is permitted on the west side of the Quad on a first-come, first-served basis, with lots opening at 7:00 a.m. on game days. Ferguson Lawn and The Quad are the most popular free tailgate zones, buzzing with fans hours before kickoff. Supply drop-off for the Quad can be accessed via Stadium Drive and is open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on Saturdays, with fans given 15 minutes to unload equipment along Colonial Drive on the west side of the Quad.
Grills are permitted at tailgate areas but must be actively monitored at all times. Portable generators and dumping charcoal on campus are prohibited. Core campus roadblocks are enforced starting at 9:45 a.m. (or earlier if deemed necessary), but these do not affect public parking areas.
Reserved tailgate spots are also available for purchase through UAGameday.com for fans who want a guaranteed space. For rules, reserved tailgate reservations, and updated maps, visit UAGameday.com/tailgating before your trip.
ADA and Handicap Parking at Bryant-Denny Stadium
ADA and handicap parking at Bryant-Denny Stadium is available in multiple locations, with accessible shuttle service provided on all game days.
The primary day-of accessible parking option is the Transit Hub Deck at 315 Hackberry Lane, where fans can purchase ADA-accessible parking for $40 and take advantage of an accessible shuttle to the Quad starting at 7:00 a.m. and running until 1.5 hours after the game. Tide Pride members with a Tide Pride-issued parking pass who need accessible parking may also present their pass and disability access placard at the Tutwiler Deck entrance for access on a first-come, first-served basis.
A valid accessible hangtag or license plate is required to use any accessible parking space. Misuse of an accessible parking permit is a Class B misdemeanor under Alabama state law, punishable by a fine of $50-$200 and up to 40 hours of community service, enforcement is strict. An ADA visitor’s pass can be purchased in person at the Transportation Hub (315 Hackberry Lane) with a personal ADA placard shown at the time of purchase.
Inside the stadium, guests can request a complimentary wheelchair escort by visiting the First Aid Room at Section N (Gate 13) or by calling the Wheelchair Assistance line at 205-348-3703. Guests with mobility challenges are given priority access to public elevators at Gates 28, 41, and 55. Sensory bags with noise-canceling headphones and fidget tools are also available at the stadium for guests who need them.
Uber and Lyft Drop-Off at Bryant-Denny Stadium
Uber and Lyft both serve Tuscaloosa on game days, with designated rideshare pickup and drop-off zones near Bryant-Denny Stadium.
The designated rideshare drop-off and pickup areas are on Thomas Street behind Publix and off Hackberry Lane near the Chimes Condos. These locations keep rideshare traffic separated from pedestrian and vehicle congestion near the main stadium gates.
On major game days, Tuscaloosa traffic near campus can be significant, so drivers may take longer routes to reach you. Request your Uber or Lyft early, especially postgame, as surge pricing and high demand make it smart to either wait out the initial rush or arrange a pickup spot slightly removed from the immediate stadium area. Postgame rideshare pickup is also available on 12th Street behind Evergreen Cemetery as an overflow zone.
Public Transit to Bryant-Denny Stadium
Bryant-Denny Stadium does not sit on a traditional city subway or light rail line, but Tuscaloosa offers several transit options on game days that make car-free attendance feasible.
The Crimson Ride Shuttle is the main campus transit system, running on a loop that services east campus parking areas including Lot A, the East Campus RV lot, and lots along Peter Bryce Blvd. The Crimson Ride is free of charge for parking pass holders, begins at 7:00 a.m. on game days, and runs until 1.5 hours after the game ends.
The Downtown Intermodal Shuttle runs from the Tuscaloosa Intermodal Facility (601 23rd Ave) to Calvary Baptist Church, starting 3 hours before kickoff and concluding 1 hour postgame. The fare is $1 for adults under 60, $0.50 for seniors over 60, and free for children under 3. Postgame, the pickup location shifts to 12th Street behind Evergreen Cemetery. The Intermodal Facility is also the Tuscaloosa Amtrak station, meaning fans from across the Southeast can take a train into the city and use the shuttle directly to the stadium, a distance of less than 1 mile.
Off-campus shuttles also run from University Mall and from Birmingham on major game days, giving out-of-town fans additional options without driving all the way to the stadium. Fans flying into the area should note that Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) is roughly 53 miles east and about 1 hour by car, while Tuscaloosa National Airport (TCL) is only 6 miles away but has very limited commercial service.
Bryant-Denny Stadium Parking Tips
Getting parking right at Bryant-Denny Stadium requires advance planning, over 100,000 fans descend on a mid-sized city for every home game, and traffic is a genuine challenge.
Arrive at least 2-3 hours before kickoff. Lots fill quickly, and campus roadblocks go into effect by 9:45 a.m. on Saturday games, limiting access to core campus areas. If you have a shuttle-served lot, factor in wait time for the post-game return, lines along 9th Avenue can be long immediately after the final whistle. Waiting 30-45 minutes inside the stadium or at a nearby restaurant before heading to the shuttle is a common fan strategy.
Buy your parking pass before game day. The Clutch! app is the official UA gameday parking platform, and passes are delivered electronically. Single-game passes in Lots B and C go on sale each summer, check UAGameday.com as soon as the schedule drops. For rivalry games like the Iron Bowl or SEC championship-caliber matchups, third-party prices on SeatGeek can climb to $47 or higher, so locking in early through official channels saves money.
For fans who want the simplest experience, park at the Downtown Intermodal Facility for free and take the $1 shuttle, it is less than 1 mile from the stadium and avoids all campus traffic congestion. Fans south of the stadium should note that Hackberry Lane and streets between the stadium and Calvary Baptist Church have private residential lots for $20-$30 that offer an easy walk-in and walk-out option with no shuttle needed.
Heading to a show? See our Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium bag policy for everything else you need to know before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does parking cost at Bryant-Denny Stadium?
Official on-campus single-game parking costs $35 per game in Lots B and C. Season passes for Lot A are $275. Off-campus and private lots range from $10 to $60 depending on proximity and game demand.
Can I buy Bryant-Denny Stadium parking passes in advance?
Yes. The University of Alabama sells official parking passes through the Clutch! app at UAGameday.com, with passes delivered electronically. Third-party options are also available on SpotHero and SeatGeek. Pre-booking is strongly recommended, as passes sell out quickly.
Is there free parking at Bryant-Denny Stadium?
There is no free on-campus parking on game days. However, the Downtown Intermodal Facility at 601 23rd Ave offers free car parking, and University Mall also provides free parking with a paid shuttle to the stadium.
Where do Uber and Lyft drop off at Bryant-Denny Stadium?
Designated rideshare drop-off and pickup zones are on Thomas Street behind Publix and off Hackberry Lane near the Chimes Condos. Postgame, 12th Street behind Evergreen Cemetery is used as an overflow rideshare pickup point.
Where can I tailgate before an Alabama game?
Tailgating is allowed on the west side of the Quad on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 7:00 a.m. Ferguson Lawn is another popular spot. Grills are allowed but must be monitored; portable generators and on-campus charcoal dumping are prohibited.
Where is ADA parking at Bryant-Denny Stadium?
Day-of accessible parking is available at the Transit Hub Deck (315 Hackberry Lane) for $40, with an accessible shuttle to the Quad beginning at 7:00 a.m. Tide Pride members with accessible placards may also use the Tutwiler Deck on a first-come, first-served basis. A valid accessible hangtag or license plate is required.
Does Bryant-Denny Stadium have a free shuttle?
Yes. All official campus parking passes include a free Crimson Ride Shuttle to and from the Quad, running from 7:00 a.m. until 1.5 hours after the game. The Downtown Intermodal Facility also has a shuttle for $1 per ride, starting 3 hours before kickoff.
What is the best parking lot for Bryant-Denny Stadium?
For the closest walk-in experience, the Stadium Drive Deck (0.3 miles) is the top single-game option. For budget fans with flexibility, the Downtown Intermodal Facility with the $1 shuttle offers the best value. Lot A is ideal for season ticket holders who want a consistent, shuttle-served spot each game.
