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Go Metro to the Rose Bowl
Skip the traffic and parking hassles. Get straight to the action.
Getting There and Back
Go Metro Rail
- Ride the Metro A Line.
- Exit Memorial Park Station.
- Take the Foothill Transit Rose Bowl shuttle to the stadium for select special events. Check with the event organizer to ensure shuttles are in service.
- After the match, pick up the bus shuttle where you were dropped off and return to Memorial Park Station.
Connecting to the Foothill Transit Rose Bowl Shuttle
- Exit Memorial Park Station to Holly Street and make a right.
- Walk 2 blocks to Fair Oaks Avenue.
- Cross Fair Oaks Avenue, the bus shuttle is on the left in Parsons Parking Lot B.
- Bus shuttles run every 5-7 minutes.
Park and Ride to the Rose Bowl
Park along the Metro A Line and Go Metro Rail to the Rose Bowl. The following stations have parking:
A Line
Union Station
$8 (Payable on-site)
Arcadia Station
$3 Weekdays (Payable On-Site)
Free Weekends and Holidays
Sierra Madre Villa Station
Free
Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station
Free
Del Amo Station
Free
Willow Street Station
Free
How much does it cost to ride?
Regular Fare
$3.50 Roundtrip
Foothill Transit Rose Bowl Shuttle is free
Perks
- Two hours of unlimited Metro transfers (no roundtrips)
- Children under age 6 ride for free with an adult
How to Pay
For Metro buses & trains
- TAP Card
- Apple Wallet
- TAP App
- Cash
Pro Tip
Add round-trip fare to your TAP card beforehand to avoid long lines after the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Take the A Line to Memorial Park Station. From there, you can:
Walk 1.5 miles through the scenic Arroyo Seco trail
Take Pasadena Transit Route 51 or 52 toward the Rose Bowl (buses run Monday–Saturday; check schedules)
Use a rideshare service from the station
To avoid crowds and ensure you catch the shuttle, it’s best to arrive at Memorial Park Station at least 90 minutes before the event start time.
Tips for a Smooth, Safe Ride
Metro is always working to keep riders safe. Here are some tips to help ensure your safety and a pleasant riding experience.
Rider etiquette
- Be kind to your fellow riders
- Respect Metro staff, vehicles and stations
Traveling with kids
- Hold onto your child when a train or bus approaches.
- Don’t allow your children to play near buses, trains or tracks.
Items on board
- Strollers, small coolers and picnic baskets are okay to bring on board, but please keep aisles clear.
Not allowed on Metro
- No eating and drinking
- No flammable products and barbecue grills
- No weapons
