Soldier Field Travel Guide
Home of the Chicago Bears and Chicago Fire
Last Updated: March 30, 2026
Source: Stadium Scene Staff
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Home of the Chicago Bears and Chicago Fire
Last Updated: March 30, 2026
Source: Stadium Scene Staff
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Soldier Field combines historic architecture with a modern seating bowl, offering a unique setting along Chicago’s lakefront for Chicago Fire matches.
Fans typically arrive via CTA buses, trains, or lakeside parking, with scenic walking routes through Grant Park adding to the experience.
The stadium’s open design provides great views of both the field and the surrounding skyline, though its size can create a more spread-out atmosphere.
Food options range from classic stadium fare to Chicago favorites, including local-style hot dogs and other regional staples.
After the game, the downtown location makes it easy to head back into the city for dining, nightlife, or a walk along the lake.
All guests are subject to a screening using a wand upon entry.
Public Transit:
Per the stadium website, on Chicago Bears game days, you can take the #128 Soldier Field Express (Chicago Bears gamedays only) and the #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express buses. Then to leave the game, hop on the #128 and the #146 buses which are along the west side of the Transportation Center at the corner of McFetridge and Special Olympics Drive, which is just northeast of the stadium. For more info see the CTA website.
If you're staying in the suburbs, PACE offers a Soldier Field Express bus ride from Schaumburg, Lombard, Palos Heights, Oak Lawn, Bolingbrook, and Burr Ridge. See PACE for more information.
The Roosevelt stop for the Chicago Transit Authority's (CTA) red, green, and orange line is about a 15-minute walk from Soldier Field.
Coming from the north, west, or southwest suburbs? Take the METRA train to Union Station or Ogilvie and jump on the Soldier Field Express (route 128) bus. The Metra Electric Line serves the south suburbs and will drop you off at the 18th Street station.
Rideshare:
This information is subject to change so it’s best to verify on the stadium website. The stadium website indicates that taxis, limos, and buses cannot enter Soldier Field 90 minutes after kick-off. Then taxis, limos, and buses can begin pick-up 1 hour after the game ends to let other stadium traffic clear out first. The pre-game drop-off locations are at the 18th St. turnaround which is west of Lake Shore Drive and on Balbo Dr. at Columbus Dr.
Note that post-game pick-up is only on Balbo Dr. at Columbus Dr. north of Soldier Field.
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Closest Major Airport: Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Midway International Airport (MDW)
Two attached garages (north and south of the stadium) and several parking lots next to the stadium. The complex is on Lake Shore Drive and the area can get very congested around game-time or if you are traveling in for Monday or Thursday night football.
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Per the stadium website, on Chicago Bears game days, you can take the #128 Soldier Field Express (Chicago Bears gamedays only) and the #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express buses. Then to leave the game, hop on the #128 and the #146 buses which are along the west side of the Transportation Center at the corner of McFetridge and Special Olympics Drive, which is just northeast of the stadium. For more info see the CTA website.
If you're staying in the suburbs, PACE offers a Soldier Field Express bus ride from Schaumburg, Lombard, Palos Heights, Oak Lawn, Bolingbrook, and Burr Ridge. See PACE for more information.
The Roosevelt stop for the Chicago Transit Authority's (CTA) red, green, and orange line is about a 15-minute walk from Soldier Field.
Coming from the north, west, or southwest suburbs? Take the METRA train to Union Station or Ogilvie and jump on the Soldier Field Express (route 128) bus. The Metra Electric Line serves the south suburbs and will drop you off at the 18th Street station.
This information is subject to change so it’s best to verify on the stadium website. The stadium website indicates that taxis, limos, and buses cannot enter Soldier Field 90 minutes after kick-off. Then taxis, limos, and buses can begin pick-up 1 hour after the game ends to let other stadium traffic clear out first. The pre-game drop-off locations are at the 18th St. turnaround which is west of Lake Shore Drive and on Balbo Dr. at Columbus Dr.
Note that post-game pick-up is only on Balbo Dr. at Columbus Dr. north of Soldier Field.
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Rosa F.
Here to see Bruno Mars concert and we are at the 300 level seat to get drinks and food and it is very busy and it is very accessible to the bathrooms and a...
Posted On: 2026-05-17 18:32:28
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Marianne P.
The concert experience was amazing. I am not reviewing that at all. I went to see Bruno Mars and paid a very high price for my ticket. I was sitting far...
Posted On: 2026-05-17 05:59:23
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karina k.
It would be great to have a better walkway from where you park to get to the actual stadium. Otherwise, I like the historical memorabilia, and the fact that...
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