2026 US Open Transportation Guide: Parking, Pickup, Transit & Arthur Ashe Travel
Updated Nov 8, 2026
For the US Open in Queens, take the 7 train or LIRR to Mets-Willets Point, or book a car to the event pickup. A Times Square sedan is shown from $156. Request US Open transportation online. True North VIP is a chauffeured car service based in New York City, serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, Westchester, New Jersey and Connecticut.
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At a glance
| Question | Quick answer |
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| What is this guide's edition? | 2026 transportation details are historical reference. |
| Are 2027 dates posted? | Not yet; they will be added when the USTA announces them. |
| Which train serves the tennis center? | The 7 train and LIRR stop at Mets-Willets Point. |
| Where did black cars go in 2026? | The New York Hall of Science lot, with a path to Champions' Entry. |
| How did parking zones work in 2026? | Mets conflict dates used blue or orange zones; other dates used the Mets Stadium or yellow zone, as directed. |
| Where can you check venue access details? | The official USTA transportation directions and MTA venue guide. |
Quick answers
Where were car-service pickups at the 2026 US Open?
The 2026 USTA plan directed black cars to the New York Hall of Science lot, with a walking path to Champions' Entry and a complimentary assistance shuttle. Arthur Ashe Stadium did not have a separate black-car curb. The pickup plan can change by year, so check the USTA transportation directions for the next tournament before traveling.
How much was a car service from Times Square to the US Open?
The 2026 example fares from Times Square to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center are Executive Sedan from $156, Executive SUV from $180, Luxury SUV from $212 and Luxury Sedan from $272. The fare is distance-based; enter exact addresses for a trip price. Taxes, tolls and fees are included, and gratuity is optional. On major event dates an event surcharge may apply and is shown before you book.
What train goes to the US Open?
The 7 train and Long Island Rail Road stop at Mets-Willets Point. The 2026 USTA directions listed Grand Central subway connections and LIRR connections from Penn Station or Woodside. Check your branch and the latest MTA schedule. The 2026 parking and car pickup details are historical, so confirm current directions for the next edition.
Planning a car ride to the tournament? See US Open car service details.
How should you use this 2026 US Open transportation guide?
This guide records the 2026 tournament plan, from transit and parking to airport, venue-access, and return-trip details. It pairs official directions with sample route miles, vehicle choices, and fares, so you can choose how to reach the tennis center and plan the full trip.
True North VIP publishes this guide. Read the USTA transportation page and MTA venue guide for official venue and transit information.
How do you get to the US Open by subway or LIRR?
Take the 7 train or Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) to Mets-Willets Point, the station serving the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. The 2026 USTA directions list Grand Central subway connections and LIRR connections from Penn Station or Woodside; the MTA guide also names the Port Washington Branch.
| Transit option | Connection described in the 2026 directions | Arrival stop |
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| 7 subway | Grand Central connections | Mets-Willets Point |
| Long Island Rail Road | Penn Station or Woodside connections; the venue guide also identifies the Port Washington Branch | Mets-Willets Point |
Follow event signs from the station to the tennis center and check MTA service alerts for your travel date. If your LIRR trip starts on another branch, check your connection at Woodside. For door-to-door travel outside the venue approach, compare Queens car service.
Where did black cars drop off and pick up at the US Open?
In 2026, USTA directed black cars to the New York Hall of Science parking lot, with a walking path to Champions' Entry. The plan also listed a complimentary assistance shuttle between the lot and entrance, and routed taxis to the same general location. Arthur Ashe Stadium had no separate black-car curb.
For a later edition, use the pickup location on that year's USTA directions.
Save the right meeting point
Save the event's published car location in your phone before entering, then share it with everyone in your party. Follow onsite signs and staff if they direct cars to a different point.
Choose one passenger contact
Choose one reachable passenger to coordinate return timing with the chauffeur. Share that person's contact details and the meeting point with the group before entry so everyone knows who is arranging the pickup.
How should you plan a return ride after a night session?
Set a return meeting point and choose the passenger who will communicate with the chauffeur before you enter. Leave time for the group to exit the grounds and walk to the vehicle area; the ticket session is not your pickup time. Coordinate the ride once everyone is outside and ready to leave.
You can arrange a car for one leg and take transit for the other. Choose the plan that fits your hotel, group, and return route.
What was the official US Open parking plan in 2026?
The 2026 event used Mets Stadium or the yellow zone on non-conflict dates, and blue or orange zones when the Mets had a home game. Follow NYPD and lot-staff directions to the assigned area. Parking accepted cards, and advance payment was available only at Shops at Skyview.
The reviewed 2026 directions did not provide a reliable parking amount. Check the official page for the next edition's listed prices and payment instructions.
Compare official parking with a chauffeur trip by considering your starting point, group, and return plan. For nearby venue travel outside the tournament, see Citi Field car service.
How did Mets conflict dates change US Open parking?
For a 2026 Mets conflict date, check the event map before driving to Flushing and follow its assigned route to the parking zone. The 2026 game calendar has passed, so use the official USTA directions for the tournament year you plan to attend and follow the traffic instructions at the venue.
The conflict-date parking map is separate from the black-car pickup point. Keep your chosen destination and the event's current vehicle instructions together when planning the drive.
What were the 2026 US Open dates, and are 2027 dates announced?
The 2026 main draw ran August 30 to September 13, after Fan Week from August 23 to 29. Fan Week required a Fan Access Pass and applied capacity controls. The USTA had not announced the 2027 dates or transport plan when this guide was reviewed on October 28, 2026; the 2027 dates will be added when the USTA announces them.
The USTA ticket plans list the main-draw dates, while the event A-to-Z guide describes Fan Week access.
Is the 7 train, LIRR, or a car better for the US Open?
Take the 7 train or LIRR to Mets-Willets Point for a station-based trip; choose a car for door-to-door travel or when coordinating a group. USTA recommended mass transit because parking was limited. Match the option to your starting point, baggage, group size, and return plan.
| Option | Works well when | Venue detail to know |
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| 7 train | Your route connects through the subway and you can walk from the station | Mets-Willets Point serves the tennis center |
| LIRR | You can connect through Penn Station, Woodside, or the Port Washington Branch | Mets-Willets Point is the named rail stop |
| Black car | You want a vehicle for the trip to or from the venue, or are coordinating a group | The 2026 plan used the Hall of Science lot for pickup and drop-off |
| Drive and park | You are using official event parking and can follow the assigned zone | The 2026 plan varied zones on Mets conflict dates |
Include the walk from the station or vehicle area when comparing the full trip. A car follows the access route and pickup point set for that tournament edition.
How far is Midtown Manhattan from the US Open?
The Times Square route to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center is 9.9 road miles; the Grand Central route is 9.4 miles. Use live navigation for a travel-time estimate, since traffic and event routing change. Allow time for the approach, the walk to the entrance, and your return plan.
Use the Times Square or Grand Central mileage closest to your starting point. Your street address affects the route; the fare table below lists sample prices for both origins.
How should airport travelers plan the venue, hotel, and bags?
Plan the airport leg, hotel stop, and venue entry as separate parts of the trip. If you are carrying bags, check the USTA's current bag policy before you travel and decide whether to stop at your hotel before heading to the grounds.
LaGuardia Airport
From LaGuardia, set the hotel or tennis center as your first destination. At LaGuardia, car service pickups for Terminal B are on Level 2 of the Terminal B parking garage, and Terminal C pickups are in the arrivals inner lane. Terminal A has had no airline flights since May 2026. If you are bringing bags, go to your hotel first when you need a place to store them before event entry.
JFK Airport
At JFK Terminal 5 or 7, take the free AirTrain to Howard Beach; your chauffeur meets you at the car service lot. For other JFK arrivals, choose your hotel or the tennis center as your destination.
Newark Airport
Airline flights are tracked in real time, and every vehicle class has a 60-minute wait time after a domestic landing and a 90-minute wait time after an international landing, counted from wheels-down. At Newark Terminals A and B, your chauffeur meets you at the arrivals curb. At Newark Terminal C, your chauffeur meets you at the arrivals curb or in the Terminal C Garage, Level 3.
Hotel and luggage stop
Review the current USTA bag and prohibited-items list before taking luggage to the venue. If your bags do not meet the published rules, stop at your hotel first.
At standard airport arrivals, your chauffeur meets you at the arrivals curb, except where the airport directions above say otherwise. Add the optional $25 meet and greet for an inside-terminal meeting with a name sign and luggage help. For airport planning, see the NYC airport car service guide.
What should guests know about accessible transportation?
The 2026 event guide lists the Access-A-Ride stop near Champions' Entry and a separate assistance shuttle from the Hall of Science lot. Ask which program serves your trip and check the venue accessibility page before choosing a pickup. When arranging a private car, share mobility needs and group size so you can discuss the vehicle and meeting point.
The USTA event A-to-Z guide describes the venue's accessibility information. The assistance shuttle and general vehicle location serve different purposes.
Which True North VIP vehicle fits your group?
Choose the vehicle by passenger count, then include your bags and any child-seat request. Executive and Luxury Sedans accommodate up to 2 and 3 passengers; Executive and Luxury SUVs accommodate up to 6. Executive Sprinters seat up to 13 and Jet Sprinters up to 10, quoted on request.
| Vehicle | Maximum passengers |
|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | Up to 2 |
| Luxury Sedan | Up to 3 |
| Executive SUV | Up to 6 |
| Luxury SUV | Up to 6 |
| Executive Sprinter | Up to 13 |
| Jet Sprinter | Up to 10 |
Child seats cost $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters, not sedans; request them when booking. Luggage capacity depends on the vehicle, so include your bag count. True North VIP operates sedans, SUVs, and Sprinters, not stretch limousines or party buses; mini coaches and coaches are available on request.
For other Queens stops, compare your pickup and destination through the NYC car service page.
What does True North VIP transportation to the US Open cost?
These October 2026 route examples show sedan starting prices for the listed origins and an onward airport trip. Choose the closest route and vehicle class, then enter your pickup, destination, and passenger count for your trip's price before booking. On major event dates an event surcharge may apply and is shown before you book. Sprinters are quoted on request.
| Route and road miles | Executive Sedan | Executive SUV | Luxury SUV | Luxury Sedan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Times Square to USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, 9.9 miles | $156 | $180 | $212 | $272 |
| Grand Central to USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, 9.4 miles | $154 | $178 | $209 | $269 |
| USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center to JFK Terminal 4, 11.4 miles | $159 | $184 | $217 | $278 |
Example prices from our booking engine, October 2026. Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Your exact price is shown before you book.
Need a reserved US Open car?
Book a car between your hotel, airport, or home and the tennis center. Share your pickup, destination, passenger count, and bag count; for an airport arrival, add your flight details. Your chauffeur follows the event's vehicle access plan, and the ride does not include event admission.
Use the US Open transportation service to request a ride. For other event plans, see NYC event transportation.
Official sources for this update
These official sources cover venue transportation, parking, rail, event dates, ticket access, bags, and accessibility. The USTA pages below describe the 2026 edition; the MTA guide explains the route to the tennis center. Reviewed October 28, 2026, these links support the transportation facts in this guide.
- USTA transportation directions, 2026 edition.
- USTA ticket plans, 2026 edition.
- USTA event A-to-Z guide, 2026 edition.
- USTA ticket FAQ, reviewed October 28, 2026.
- MTA National Tennis Center guide, reviewed October 28, 2026.
US Open Transportation FAQ
Use these answers to connect a train or car route, identify the past-edition vehicle location, plan parking, and check the tournament dates. They distinguish 2026 travel directions from details to verify for a future event. Before you travel, use the official links above for the event's current entry instructions.
How do I get to the US Open by car service?
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For the 2026 event, black cars used the New York Hall of Science lot and walking route to Champions' Entry; check the USTA directions for the edition you attend.
Where is the drop-off for car services at the US Open?
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The 2026 USTA directions placed black cars in the New York Hall of Science lot, not at a separate curb by Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Is there parking at the US Open in Flushing?
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Yes; the 2026 event used official parking zones, with blue or orange zones on Mets conflict dates and Mets Stadium or the yellow zone otherwise.
When is the US Open 2027?
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The USTA had not announced the 2027 dates when this guide was reviewed on October 28, 2026; they will be added when the USTA announces them.
What train goes to the US Open?
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Take the 7 train or LIRR to Mets-Willets Point and check the MTA service page for travel-day updates.
How long is the drive from Midtown Manhattan to the US Open?
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The Times Square route is 9.9 road miles, and live navigation gives the current drive-time estimate.
Do black cars use the same 2026 location as app rides?
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Yes; the 2026 USTA directions included black cars in the Hall of Science lot arrangement.
Is the Access-A-Ride stop the same as the black-car pickup?
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No; the 2026 Access-A-Ride stop near Champions' Entry was separate from the general black-car location at the Hall of Science lot.
Can I bring airport luggage into the US Open?
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Review the current bag and prohibited-items rules, and stop at your hotel first if your bags do not meet the published policy.
Does a car ride include an Arthur Ashe ticket?
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No; the 2026 event guide describes Arthur Ashe admission by session, and a ground transfer does not include or extend event admission.
Plan your US Open transportation
Check the official event plan for the tournament year you attend, then choose the train, event parking, or chauffeur trip that fits your origin and party. For a car, provide your pickup, drop-off, passenger count, and bags, and follow the event's designated vehicle route and meeting point.
Request US Open transportation or book online. Call 888-887-0324 or email info@truenorthvip.com, 24/7.