Notre Dame Game Day Transportation From Chicago and the Suburbs: SUVs and Sprinters

Written by the Level Up Limo dispatch team

Quick answer: Level Up Limo runs Notre Dame game day limo service from Chicago and every suburb in Mercedes Sprinters (up to 14 passengers), luxury SUVs and S-Class sedans. We pick you up at home, drive you to the stadium drop-off area, hold an agreed pickup point and bring the group back to Chicagoland after the game, with the price confirmed before you ride. Call (866) 666-0112, 24/7.

The Chicago to Notre Dame Game Day at a Glance

South Bend is on Eastern time, one hour ahead of Chicago. Give dispatch the kickoff in Eastern time and we count back from there.

Why Rideshare Is Risky After a Sellout

Notre Dame publishes its own game-day traffic, rideshare and shuttle guidance each season, including drop-off and pickup areas around campus. Check the university’s current guide, and we will match your plan to it.

Which Vehicle Fits Your Group

See the full Level Up fleet and our Sprinter limo service.

Pickup Anywhere in Chicagoland

Browse the areas we serve for the full list.

Plan the Day Around Kickoff

Tell us the game and the kickoff time and dispatch builds a written timeline for pickup, drop-off, the wait and the return.

Tailgate, Gear and Group Details

Overnight and Alumni Weekends

Big weekends are easier with a hotel. Drive down the day before, stay in South Bend and drive home after the game or the next morning. We also handle alumni reunions, campus visits and graduation weekends. Tell us the dates and the headcount and dispatch plans the full schedule.

How to Book a Notre Dame Ride

1. Call (866) 666-0112 or book online.
2. Send the details: game, passengers, vehicle preference, pickup addresses or flight numbers, tailgate gear, stops and final drop-offs.
3. Get your plan in writing with one confirmed price and a timeline.
4. Ride. You receive your chauffeur’s details the day before.

Book early for rivalry games and sellouts, since vehicles fill. A 20% gratuity is added to all Level Up Limo rides.

Quick Facts

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Chicago to Notre Dame Stadium on game day?

The easiest way is a private SUV or Sprinter from your door. Level Up Limo picks up in Chicago or any suburb, drives you to the drop-off area, waits at an agreed meeting point and drives the group home after the game.

How far is Notre Dame from Chicago?

South Bend is about 95 miles from downtown Chicago, usually close to 2 hours without traffic. Game-day traffic around the stadium and the Indiana toll road adds time, so dispatch builds the schedule around kickoff, not the clock.

Is Notre Dame on Eastern time?

Yes. South Bend runs one hour ahead of Chicago. A 7:30 p.m. Eastern kickoff is 6:30 p.m. in Chicago, so build your pickup around Eastern time and tell dispatch the kickoff in Eastern time.

Can a limo or Sprinter pick up from the Chicago suburbs?

Yes. We pick up in Chicago and all suburbs, including Northbrook, Lake Forest, Evanston, Schaumburg, Oak Brook, Naperville and Vernon Hills. Several pickups can run on one schedule for a group.

What size vehicle do we need?

Our Sprinters seat up to 14 passengers with room for tailgate gear. Luxury SUVs suit smaller parties, and a Mercedes S-Class suits one to three guests. For larger groups, we can run several vehicles on one plan or arrange a charter bus.

Where does the vehicle wait after the game?

Your chauffeur meets you at an agreed pickup point, chosen before the game, and stays in contact by phone. Notre Dame sets its own game-day traffic and rideshare zones each season, so we confirm the current drop-off and pickup areas with you the day before.

How long should we wait after the game before leaving?

Plan for 45 to 90 minutes for the lots and roads to clear. Your chauffeur holds the pickup point and you walk out when you are ready, rather than fighting the crowd at the final whistle.

Is a limo better than rideshare on game day?

Rideshare demand spikes after a sellout, and few drivers accept a 95-mile return to Chicago late at night. A booked vehicle is waiting for you, with a confirmed price, and does not depend on app availability.

Can we tailgate or bring a cooler?

Tell dispatch before the day. Sprinters have extra luggage space for chairs, coolers and gear, and we confirm what fits and what the stadium rules allow.

Do you offer round-trip and overnight Notre Dame trips?

Yes. We plan same-day round trips, early arrivals for tailgating, and overnight stays so the drive home is not rushed. Tell us the game, your headcount and your schedule.

Are your chauffeurs background-checked and insured?

Yes. Level Up Limo chauffeurs are professional, background-checked drivers, and every vehicle is licensed and insured. Level Up Limo also owns Black Car Now, its black car division, with the same dispatch.

How do I book a Notre Dame ride?

Call (866) 666-0112 or book online. Send the game, passenger count, vehicle preference, pickup addresses, tailgate gear and final drop-offs, and we confirm one price and the plan in writing.

Related Service Pages and Guides

• Chicago sporting events limo service
• Sprinter limo service
• Charter bus rental
• Hourly limo rentals
• Point-to-point limo service
• Bears game day transportation at Soldier Field
• Northwestern Wildcats game day guide

About the Dispatch Team

This guide was written by the Level Up Limo dispatch team. Level Up Limo is a locally operated Chicago limo and black car company with 15+ years of industry experience, a fleet of Sprinters, SUVs and sedans, and professional, background-checked, licensed and insured chauffeurs. We also own and operate Black Car Now, our black car division, with the same office and the same live dispatch. Level Up Limo, 707 Skokie Blvd, #600, Northbrook, IL 60062. Call (866) 666-0112.