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Liverpool will face off against Leeds United on August 2 as part of the pre-season Premier League Summer Series, and fans will be wondering about the best ways to get to Soldier Field for the game.
The stadium – which boasts a capacity of 62,500 – is home to the NFL's Chicago Bears, as well as football club Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer, and will be the third ground the Reds visit stateside after running out against Wrexham at Yankee Stadium a few days prior.
Andoni Iraola is in the early days of his tenure with the Merseysiders, and supporters are keen to catch a glimpse of the new manager's team in action after enduring a difficult campaign with Arne Slot at the helm.
The Anfield faithful will be sure to show out in Chicago for the 20-time Premier League champions, who should have most of their squad available considering that Alexis Mac Allister of Argentina was the only Liverpool player to reach the semi-finals at World Cup 2026.
Heading to the game yourself? Here, Football Ground Guide covers all you need to know about how to get to Soldier Field for Liverpool's pre-season friendly with Leeds.
Driving to Chicago's Soldier Field
Visitors that are set on driving to Soldier Field are advised to take the exit on 18th Street regardless of which direction they are coming from. After that point, drivers can follow clear signs to the ground.
Please keep in mind that traffic will be dense around Lake Shore Drive in the hours before kick off, meaning that it could take upwards of 45 minutes to reach the venue from the suburbs.
Arriving from the north:
Supporters arriving from the north side of the stadium can take Lake Shore Drive south until they reach the 18th street exit.
Arriving from the south:
If you are travelling to Soldier Field from the south, it is recommended to take the I-55 to Lake Shore Drive north, before exiting at 18th Street.
Arriving from the west:
Those coming in from the west are advised to drive down the I-290 east, then switch to the I-90/94 and go on to the 18th Street exit.
How to get to Soldier Field using public transport
Thankfully for visitors, Soldier Field is well-serviced by Chicago's public transport systems, with both bus and train services providing a valid option for fans to get to the stadium.
Getting to Soldier Field by bus
Two Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus lines have stops near the stadium – the 146 (Inner Drive/Michigan Express) and 130 (Museum Campus).
Full price CTA bus fare is $2.25 (£1.68) for one trip if paying via a contactless payment method, or $2.50 (£1.87) in cash.
A special nonstop bus service – the 128 Solder Field Express – runs directly to the ground, but it is only active for Bears games, unfortunately.
Getting to Soldier Field by train
The Metra commuter rail service is a speedy option for people travelling into downtown Chicago from the suburbs. The nearest stations to Soldier Field are 18th Street (Zone 2) or Museum Campus/11th Street (Zone 1).
Fares for the Metra depend on the zones that you travel through – one way prices are as follows:
- Zones 1 and 2: $3.75 (£2.80)
- Zones 1, 2 and 3: $5.50 (£4.11)
- Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4: $6.75 (£5.04)
- Zones 2, 3 and 4: $3.75 (£2.80)
A map of Chicago's Metra zones can be found here.
How to get to Soldier Field using a rideshare service
Soldier Field is located in the Museum Campus area of downtown Chicago, which features designated drop-off and pickup zones for fans heading to the stadium. Uber and Lyft operate in this area.
For reference, supporters travelling via rideshare services from Loop or River North hotels can expect to pay $10-15 (£7.47-11.21) to get to the ground.
When exiting Soldier Field, a post-game surge is likely to be in effect, so consider walking towards the Museum Campus bus stops to be picked up quicker.
Walking to Soldier Field
Given the stadium's downtown location, there are plenty of hotels nearby that are within a one or two-mile walking distance.
Walking along the flat lakefront path from Grant Park and heading through the museum campus takes around 20-30 minutes, and offers a scenic (and free) alternative to public transport.