Detroit Lions road trip guide
Everything you need to catch the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit — arena guide, tickets, getting there and where to watch.
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✈️🚗 Getting to Ford Field
Nearest major airport is Detroit (DTW) — about 23 mi / 33 min from the arena.
🧭 Planning your trip — quick answers
Where do the Detroit Lions play?
The Detroit Lions play home games at Ford Field in Detroit.
What airport do you fly into for a Detroit Lions game?
Detroit (DTW) is the closest major airport, about 23 miles (37 km) from Ford Field — roughly 33 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at Ford Field?
Game-day parking starts around $40 USD. The Detroit People Mover is free to ride, with its Broadway St. station about a 7-minute walk from Ford Field, and the QLine streetcar (~$1.50 one-way) also serves stops…
How do you get to Ford Field without a car?
The Detroit People Mover has a stop (Broadway) within a few blocks of Ford Field, and the QLine streetcar runs along Woodward Ave with stops near the stadium for about $1.50 one-way — both good options to avoid downtown parking.
How much is a beer at Ford Field?
A standard beer is estimated at about $7.44 USD (16 oz), 2026; we couldn't confirm it on a menu. Cheaper option: 'All-Day Deals in the Den' value beer at Streats of Detroit stands, 2026; size not stated. A regular hot dog is about $8.26 USD (estimate). Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
Prices and logistics are approximate and change — details in the arena-prices table and the arena guide below.
🏟️ Ford Field fan guide
Best seats
Lower sidelines (100s) in the loud domed stadium; upper 300s cheap. Sit lower for the Lions crowd. Downtown, climate-controlled.
Parking
District Detroit garages/lots around the stadium (by Comerica Park); walkable downtown. QLine/People Mover help. ($25–40)
Getting there
QLine down Woodward or People Mover + walk; walkable from downtown Detroit. Indoor comfort.
Bar scene
The District Detroit and downtown around the stadium (and Comerica next door) have bars; Greektown is a short walk. Good and walkable.
Pre-game bars
- District Detroit spots — Around the stadium on Woodward.
- Greektown — Bars + casino, short walk.
Concession prices (USD, approx)
- Beer$12–15
- Coney dog$7
- Better Made chips$5
Insider tips
- QLine down Woodward
- Enjoy the indoor comfort
More: Ford Field guide · sports in Detroit
📺 Where to watch the Lions
National (US): CBS · FOX · NBC / Peacock · ESPN / ABC · Amazon Prime Video · Netflix · NFL Network. Full TV guide →
🧳 Make a trip of it — Detroit
A comeback city with world-class art, Motown roots and a revived core.
- Coney dogs — American vs. Lafayette — settle it yourself.
- Detroit Institute of Arts — The Diego Rivera Court is stunning.
- The Detroit RiverWalk — Miles of riverfront to Belle Isle.
🧭 Combine it into a road trip
Also in Detroit: Detroit Red Wings · Detroit Pistons · Detroit Tigers · PWHL Detroit
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