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If you are heading to an Ohio State Buckeyes football game, this Ohio Stadium Parking Tips Guide will help you understand where the different stadium parking lots are located. There are several large parking areas located very near to the stadium.
**To avoid hassle, my advice is to purchase a parking pass in advance. You can buy your pass directly from the Ohio State Athletics Ticket Office as long as supplies last, or you can use online ticket brokers like StubHub or Vivid Seats. I like to use Vivid Seats because they allow you to browse a parking map to find a lot and price that makes sense for you. Click here to view Ohio State football parking passes available at VividSeats.com (affiliate link takes you to vividseats.com).
These are the Ohio State Football parking lots and other information that we cover in this guide:
- Ohio State Premier Parking
- Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot (WS)
- Ohio Stadium East Parking Lot (ES)
- South Fieldhouse Parking Ohio State
- East Tuttle Parking Lot Ohio State
- Ohio State Proximity Parking
- North Riverbank Parking Ohio State
- South Riverbank Parking Ohio State
- Tuttle Park Place Garage Ohio State
- South Lincoln Parking Lot Ohio State
- Ohio State Non-Proximity Parking
- Fawcett Center Parking Ohio State
- Sisson Parking Lot Ohio State
- Northwest Garage Ohio State
- Schottenstein Center Parking Ohio State
- Arps Garage Ohio State
- Neil Avenue Garage Ohio State
- Ohio Union North Garage Parking
- Ohio Union South Garage Parking
- 11th Avenue Garage Parking
- North Cannon Garage Parking
- Lane Avenue Garage Ohio State
- West Lane Avenue Garage Ohio State
To learn more about buying directly from Ohio State University, click here. In this article, let’s discuss the location of some of the most important Safelite Field Ohio Stadium parking lots, and discuss the different options you have for parking at Ohio State Football games.
Ohio State Football Parking Tips
How Does Parking Work at Ohio Stadium?
Football parking permits are sold by the Ohio State Athletics Ticket Office which you can access by clicking here. You can also purchase parking passes from online ticket brokers such as Ticketmaster, StubHub, and Vivid Seats.
If you buy your parking permits directly from Ohio State, there are three different tiers of parking (source). Below is a list of the three tiers and the lots that make up each tier. Click on each lot to learn more about that lot:
Ohio State Premier Parking
Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot (WS)
Ohio Stadium East Parking Lot (ES)
South Fieldhouse Parking Ohio State
East Tuttle Parking Lot Ohio State
Ohio State Proximity Parking
North Riverbank Parking Ohio State
South Riverbank Parking Ohio State
Tuttle Park Place Garage Ohio State
South Lincoln Parking Lot Ohio State
Ohio State Non-Proximity Parking
Fawcett Center Parking Ohio State
Sisson Parking Lot Ohio State
Northwest Garage Ohio State
Schottenstein Center Parking Ohio State
There are also many other surface lots, parking garages, and private parking near the stadium that are not part of these three tiers. Some of these “other” lots and garages may also require a prepaid permit, while others may sell parking on site on gameday.
Again, you can purchase passes directly from OSU Ticket Office, or from ticket brokers like Ticketmaster, StubHub, and Vivid Seats.
This is where you can browse through the Ohio State Football parking passes available on Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). In general, purchasing parking in advance is always a good idea to help reduce hassle on gameday.
Download the Ohio State Buckeyes App
I recommend downloading the official Ohio State Buckeyes App, which gives you access to things such as mobile ticket management, concession and venue maps, free live audio of the game, and updates regarding parking and traffic information.
This is where you can learn more about the official app.
Where is Ohio State Football RV Parking?
There are two different lots used for Ohio State Football RV Parking (a single game lot, and a season pass lot).
Single Game Ohio State Football RV Parking is located in the Buckeye Lot, which is several blocks northwest of Ohio Stadium. You can access this lot by taking Ackerman Road (or Lane Ave) to Fred Taylor Drive. Click here to view the entrance to this Ohio State Football RV Parking Buckeye Lot.
Season Permit Ohio State Football RV Parking is located in the Gray Lots, which is several blocks northwest of Ohio Stadium (but a bit closer to the stadium than the Buckeye Lot from above). You can access these Gray Lots by taking Ackerman Road (or Lane Ave) to Fred Taylor Drive. Click here to view a 360-degree view of these Gray Lots.
This is where you can find more information about Ohio State Football RV Parking. To view these lots on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map, click here.
When do Ohio Stadium Parking Lots Open?
Ohio Stadium parking lots open at 5:00am on the day of the game (source).
Ohio Stadium Premier Parking
Ohio State Premier Parking for football consists of these four lots (we discuss location below):
- Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot (WS)
- Ohio Stadium East Parking Lot (ES)
- South Fieldhouse Parking Ohio State
- East Tuttle Parking Lot Ohio State
Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot Location (WS)
Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot, as the name would suggest, is located along the west side of the stadium (this lot is also referred to as Ohio Stadium WS Lot or Ohio Stadium West Stadium Lot). To be specific, this Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot is actually split up into two different lots that sit near to each other.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
The larger of the two Ohio Stadium West Stadium Lots sits right along side the west side of the stadium. For visual reference, the Olentangy River also runs along the west side of the stadium. Click here to view this large Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot as you view it from nearby Cannon Drive.
The other Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot actually sits near the northwest corner of the stadium. Cannon Drive separates these two Ohio Stadium West Stadium Lots. Click here to view this other Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot and how it sits relative to the stadium.
Again, these lots are sometimes also referred to as the Ohio Stadium WS Lots and the Ohio Stadium West Stadium Lots. Click here to view the location of Ohio Stadium West Parking Lot on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
Ohio Stadium East Parking Lot Location (ES)
Ohio Stadium East Parking Lot, despite being called east, is actually located northeast of the stadium (this lot is also referred to as the Ohio Stadium ES Lot or Ohio Stadium East Stadium Lot). This Ohio Stadium East Parking Lot sits between the stadium and the intersection of Tuttle Park Place and Woody Hayes Drive. This is the same side of the stadium as the rotunda.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio Stadium East Parking Lot. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view this Ohio Stadium East Parking Lot and how it sits relative to the stadium. Click here to view the location of Ohio Stadium East Parking Lot on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map. Again, this lot is also referred to as the Ohio Stadium ES Lot and the Ohio Stadium East Stadium Lot.
South Fieldhouse Parking Ohio State Football
The Ohio State South Fieldhouse Parking Lot will be the farthest walk for Ohio State Premier Parking. This Ohio State South Fieldhouse Parking Lot is located northwest of Ohio Stadium, on the north side of Woody Hayes Drive (just south of French Fieldhouse indoor track facility and St. John Arena).
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State South Fieldhouse Parking Lot. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of this Ohio State South Fieldhouse Parking Lot and how it sits relative to Ohio Stadium. Click here to view the location of Ohio State South Fieldhouse Parking Lot on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
East Tuttle Parking Lot Ohio State Football
The Ohio State East Tuttle Parking Lot is located just east of the stadium. The entrance to this Ohio State East Tuttle Parking Lot sits on the east side of Tuttle Park Place. It is located very near to the power plant, so the tall cooling towers should give you a visual reference point.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State East Tuttle Parking Lot. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of this Ohio State East Tuttle Parking Lot and how it sits relative to the stadium. Click here to view the location of Ohio State East Tuttle Parking Lot on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
Ohio Stadium Proximity Parking
Ohio State Proximity Parking for football consists of these four lots/garages (we discuss location below):
- North Riverbank Parking Ohio State
- South Riverbank Parking Ohio State
- Tuttle Park Place Garage Ohio State
- South Lincoln Parking Lot Ohio State
North Riverbank Parking Ohio State Football
The Ohio State North Riverbank Parking Lot is located northwest of the stadium, and west of the Olentangy River. The entrance to this Ohio State North Riverbank Parking Lot sits on the east side of Olentangy River Road just north of Woody Hayes Drive (the lot sits along the west side of the river).
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State North Riverbank Parking Lot. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State North Riverbank Parking Lot as you enter it from Olentangy River Road. Click here to view the location of Ohio State North Riverbank Parking Lot on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
South Riverbank Parking Ohio State Football
The Ohio State South Riverbank Parking Lot is located west of the stadium, and west of the Olentangy River. The entrance to this Ohio State South Riverbank Parking Lot sits on the east side of Olentangy River Road. You need to access it northbound from King Avenue or Kinnear Road.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State South Riverbank Parking Lot. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State South Riverbank Parking Lot as you enter it from Olentangy River Road. Click here to view the location of Ohio State South Riverbank Parking Lot on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
Tuttle Park Place Garage Ohio State Football
The Ohio State Tuttle Park Place Garage Parking is located east (northeast) of the stadium. It basically just sits on the other side of Tuttle Park Place from the stadium (the road that runs along the east side of the stadium). This Ohio State Tuttle Park Place Garage is located just north of the power plant, so the tall cooling towers should give you a visual reference point.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State Tuttle Park Place Garage. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State Tuttle Park Place Garage as you enter it from Tuttle Park Place. Click here to view the location of Ohio State Tuttle Park Place Garage Parking on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
South Lincoln Parking Lot Ohio State Football
The Ohio State South Lincoln Parking Lot is located south of the stadium. It sits southeast of the intersection of Cannon Dive and John H Herrick Drive. To access it, take Cannon Drive north from King Avenue.
This Ohio State South Lincoln Parking Lot is located just south of the tall Lincoln residence tower which should give you a visual reference point.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State South Lincoln Parking Lot. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State South Lincoln Parking Lot as you enter it from Cannon Drive. Click here to view the location of Ohio State South Lincoln Parking Lot on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
Ohio Stadium Non Proximity Parking
Ohio State Non Proximity Parking for football consists of these four lots/garages (we discuss location below):
- Fawcett Center Parking Ohio State
- Sisson Parking Lot Ohio State
- Northwest Garage Ohio State
- Schottenstein Center Parking Ohio State
Fawcett Center Parking Ohio State Football
The Ohio State Fawcett Center Parking Lot is located several blocks north of the stadium, and sits on the west side of the Olentangy River. To access this Ohio State Fawcett Center Parking Lot, you need to come in from the north and travel southbound on Olentangy River Road, and then take a left (east) onto Argyll Street. As the name would suggest, this lot is located near the Fawcett Event Center.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State Fawcett Center Parking Lot. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State Fawcett Center Parking Lot as you turn onto Argyll Street. Click here to view the location of Ohio State Fawcett Center Parking Lot on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
Sisson Parking Lot Ohio State Football
The Ohio State Sisson Parking Lot is actually a cluster of lots that are located several blocks southwest of the stadium (they are west of the Olentangy River). As the name would suggest, they sit north of Sisson Hall.
These Ohio State Sisson Parking Lots can be accessed by taking Coffey Road south from Woody Hayes Drive. For visual reference, these Ohio State Sisson Parking Lots sit south of the intramural fields.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State Sisson Parking Lot. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State Sisson Parking Lot as you enter the area from Coffey Road. Click here to view the location of Ohio State Sisson Parking Lot on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
Northwest Garage Ohio State Football
The Ohio State Northwest Garage Parking is located east of the stadium, and just east of the Ohio State Tuttle Park Place Garage we discussed earlier. The entrance to this Ohio State Northwest Garage Parking is off of Ives Drive. For visual reference, this garage sits just north of the power plant (you should be able to see the tall cooling towers).
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State Northwest Garage Parking. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State Northwest Garage Parking as you enter it from Ives Drive. Click here to view the location of Ohio State Northwest Garage Parking on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
Schottenstein Center Parking Ohio State Football
The Ohio State Schottenstein Center Parking Lot is actually a cluster of lots located west of Ohio Stadium (and west of the Olentangy River). These Ohio State Schottenstein Center Parking Lots, as the name would suggest, are located just north of the Schottenstein basketball arena, and are actually just east of the baseball field. These lots can be accessed from Borror Drive off of Olentangy River Road.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State Schottenstein Center Parking Lots. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State Schottenstein Center Parking Lots. Click here to view the location of Ohio State Schottenstein Center Parking Lots on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
Other Ohio State Football Parking Options
As we discussed earlier, Ohio State has three permit parking tiers (premier; proximity; non-proximity). Those are the lots and garages we discussed above.
But there are many other surface lots, parking garages, and private parking areas located near the stadium that have parking available. Some of these lot/garages require a permit, while others allow you to purchase parking on-site on gameday.
In the sections below, let’s discuss some of the most popular “other” options in case you don’t have a permit for one of the three tiers we discussed earlier.
Just to be clear, this is only a portion of your “other” options – we are discussing some of the most popular “other” options. There will be other lots and garages near the stadium, as well as private parking options. Buying prepaid, if possible, is advised.
Here are the parking options we discuss in this section:
- Arps Garage Ohio State
- Neil Avenue Garage Ohio State
- Ohio Union North Garage Parking
- Ohio Union South Garage Parking
- 11th Avenue Garage Parking
- North Cannon Garage Parking
- Lane Avenue Garage Ohio State
- West Lane Avenue Garage Ohio State
This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Arps Garage Ohio State Football Parking
The Ohio State Arps Garage Parking is located several blocks east of Ohio Stadium. The entrance to Ohio State Arps Garage Parking is located off of West 18th Avenue, near the intersection of 18th Avenue and College Road North. This is the east side of campus.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State Arps Garage. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State Arps Garage as you enter it from West 18th Avenue. Click here to view the location of Ohio State Arps Garage on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map. Availability of this garage may be subject to change.
Neil Avenue Garage Ohio State Football Parking
The Ohio State Neil Avenue Garage Parking is located southeast of Ohio Stadium. This Ohio State Neil Avenue Garage is tucked down just east of the turf practice fields that are directly south of Ohio Stadium. To access this garage, take Neil Avenue north past Mirror Lake and turn west on Neil Drive, which will feed you down towards the garage.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State Neil Avenue Garage. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State Neil Avenue Garage as you enter it from Neil Drive. Click here to view the location of Ohio State Neil Avenue Garage on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map.
Ohio Union North Garage Ohio State Football Parking
The Ohio Union North Garage Parking is located east of Ohio Stadium. As the name would suggest, it sits near (just north) of the Ohio Union. This Ohio Union North Garage has an entrance located on the east side of College Road, just north of Hagerty Drive.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio Union North Garage. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio Union North Garage as you enter it from College Road. Click here to view the location of Ohio Union North Garage on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map. Availability of this garage may be subject to change.
Ohio Union South Garage Ohio State Football Parking
The Ohio Union South Garage Parking is located east of Ohio Stadium. As the name would suggest, it sits near (just north) of the Ohio Union. This Ohio Union South Garage has an entrance located on the east side of College Road, near Hagerty Drive.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio Union South Garage. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio Union South Garage as you enter it from College Road. Click here to view the location of Ohio Union South Garage on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map. Availability of this garage may be subject to change.
11th Avenue Garage Ohio State Football Parking
The Ohio State 11th Avenue Garage Parking is located south of Ohio Stadium. As the name would suggest, it sits on the south side 11th Avenue, east of Neil Avenue. This garage is just east of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center on the south side of campus.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State 11th Avenue Garage. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State 11th Avenue Garage as you enter it from 11th Avenue. Click here to view the location of Ohio State 11th Avenue Garage on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map. Availability of this lot may be subject to change.
North Cannon Garage Ohio State Football Parking
The Ohio State North Cannon Garage Parking is located several blocks south of Ohio Stadium. The entrance to this Ohio State North Cannon Garage is located on the south side of West 12th Avenue, just east of Cannon Drive. This is the area just west of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center on the south side of campus.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State North Cannon Garage. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State North Cannon Garage as you enter it from 12th Avenue. Click here to view the location of Ohio State North Cannon Garage on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map. Availability of this garage may be subject to change.
Lane Avenue Garage Ohio State Football Parking
The Ohio State Lane Avenue Garage Parking is located several blocks northeast of Ohio Stadium. You access this Ohio State Lane Avenue Garage by taking Lane Avenue east past Tuttle Park Place, then exiting south off of Lane Avenue just before the Jesse Owens North Recreation Center and following the short road that feeds back to the garage entrance.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State Lane Avenue Garage. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State Lane Avenue Garage as you enter it from the east. Click here to view the location of Ohio State Lane Avenue Garage on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map. Availability of this garage may be subject to change.
West Lane Avenue Garage Ohio State Football Parking
The Ohio State West Lane Avenue Garage Parking is located several blocks north of Ohio Stadium. You access this Ohio State West Lane Avenue Garage by taking Cohen Drive north from Lane Avenue.
Yes, it does cost to park in the Ohio State West Lane Avenue Garage. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Ohio State Football Parking at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking helps reduce hassle and avoid wait times at the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Ohio State West Lane Avenue Garage as you enter it from Cohen Drive. Click here to view the location of Ohio State West Lane Avenue Garage on the Ohio Stadium Parking Map. Availability of this lot may be subject to change.
Ohio Stadium Uber Pickup Rideshare Location
Ohio Stadium Uber Pickup and Rideshare area for Ohio State football is available along Borror Drive near the Schottenstein Center (source). This is northwest of Ohio Stadium and will require a 10-15 minute walk.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of this area of Borror Drive north of the Schottenstein Center.
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