Last verified: April 2026
General parking at Dodger Stadium runs about $35 in advance or $50 at the gate. That is the easy part. The hard part is Chavez Ravine only has a handful of in/out gates for 56,000 fans, and picking the wrong one costs you 30–45 minutes after the final out. This guide breaks down every lot, the free Dodger Stadium Express from Union Station, and the exit move that actually works.
| Option | Price | Distance to Gate | Key Tradeoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| General parking (advance) | ~$35 advance | Varies by lot assigned | Buy on dodgers.com or MLB Ballpark app pre-game |
| General parking (gate) | ~$50 at gate | Varies by lot assigned | Cash or card; expect 15+ min entry line on popular games |
| Preferred parking | ~$50–60+ | Lots closest to entries (2, 3, 5, 6) | Shorter walk; not automatically a faster exit |
| Premium / VIP | $75–100+ | Club-level / Stadium Club access | Club members or ticket-bundled lots only |
| Dodger Stadium Express | FREE with game ticket | Drops at Gate A / Center Field Plaza | From Union Station or South Bay; last bus leaves ~45 min post-game |
| Chinatown lots | $10–20 | ~15 min walk uphill | Cheapest car option; exit is much faster than in-stadium lots |
| Downtown LA garages | $15–25 | Uber/Metro to stadium | Use when attending other downtown events same day |
This is the single best-kept secret of Dodger Stadium parking: if you have a game ticket, you ride the Dodger Stadium Express for free. It runs from two hubs:
The catch: last return bus leaves about 45 minutes after the final out. If the game goes to extras or you want to hang around post-game, you need a backup plan (Metro B Line at Union Station runs into the night; rideshare from Union Station is usually faster than from Chavez Ravine directly).
Dodger Stadium has dozens of numbered parking lots arranged around the stadium in three tiers: outer, middle, and inner (closest to the stadium). General parking places you by availability — you don't choose your specific lot. Preferred parking gets you into lots 2, 3, 5, and 6, which are the closest to the main entry gates.
Here is the trap: preferred parking gets you in fast and close, but the same bottleneck exits apply to every lot. Premium parking saves you 5–10 minutes of walking, not 30 minutes of exit traffic. If the extra $20 is about convenience, fine. If it's about getting out faster, it won't deliver.
The one exception: Stadium Club / Dugout Club premium parking (included with certain ticket packages) uses a VIP exit route that bypasses the main traffic spine. If you have access, use it.
Dodger Stadium has five entry/exit gates. Pick your entry gate based on where you are leaving to — not just which line is shortest on arrival:
If you are headed back downtown or to LAX, enter Gate A and exit Sunset Blvd. If you are heading to Pasadena or the 210, enter Gate E but expect a slow exit — or better, park in Chinatown and walk up.
Dodger Stadium parking lots empty slowly because all traffic funnels through three narrow outbound roads: Sunset Blvd, Stadium Way, and Academy Rd. On a sellout game, the lot can take 45–60 minutes to fully empty. Here is what actually works:
Chinatown lots along Broadway, Hill St, and N Spring St offer $10–20 day-of parking with a 10–15 minute uphill walk to the stadium. For budget-conscious fans or anyone who wants a faster exit (Chinatown traffic patterns are not tied to Chavez Ravine), this is the sharpest play.
Reality check on the walk: it's uphill both ways practically. In LA summer heat, a 15-minute walk after a 9-inning game can feel like a lot. Bring water. The walk back to Chinatown after the game is downhill and fast.
No re-entry policy. Once you exit the parking lot, your pass is void. Plan to stay for the full game or pick transit/rideshare if you need flexibility (tailgating moves, early kids' departure, etc.).
Tailgating is limited. Dodger Stadium permits light tailgating in select lots but enforces a "no grills, no amplified sound" policy. Check the current year's parking policy on dodgers.com for specifics.
EV charging is limited. A small number of EV charging stations are available on-site. Don't plan on charging during a 3-hour game — the demand exceeds supply on game days.
The cell phone lot is at the top of Chavez Ravine near Gate A and is typically available for short-term waiting. It fills quickly on popular games.
ADA accessible parking is available in lots 1, 4, and 7. ADA pass required; arrive early to avoid being redirected to a farther lot.
Skip driving and take Dodger Stadium Express if:
General parking is approximately $35 advance / $50 at the gate. Preferred parking runs $50–60+. Premium / VIP parking is $75+. Off-site Chinatown lots start at $10–20.
Yes. The Dodger Stadium Express is free with any same-day Dodgers game ticket. It runs from Union Station and South Bay (for select games).
Lots typically open 2 hours before first pitch. For 7:10 PM games, gates open around 5:10 PM. Plan to be in line at least 60–90 minutes pre-game to avoid entry congestion.
Limited tailgating is permitted in select lots under the current policy (no grills, no amplified sound). Specific rules can change — check dodgers.com for the current season's policy.
No. Dodger Stadium enforces a no-re-entry policy on parking passes. Once you exit the lot, your pass is void.
Preferred parking (Lots 2, 3, 5) is worth it with kids — shorter walk to the gate, shorter walk back after the game. The $15–20 premium vs general parking pays off when you're carrying a tired kid at 10 PM.
Booking Dodgers tickets and parking together? Check current inventory before rates move closer to game time.
Book Tickets on Vivid SeatsPage last verified: April 2026. Parking rates, Express schedules, and policies subject to change — confirm at dodgers.com before game day.
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