Los Angeles to Vancouver is 1,150 miles of Pacific coastline, four major stadium cities and two countries. It is the most ambitious road trip on this list and the most scenic — you can drive the whole thing on I-5 or break it up with short flights between stops.
This route rewards fans with time. Each city is worth a few days beyond the game itself.
Los Angeles (SoFi Stadium)
SoFi Stadium in Inglewood is one of the newest and most spectacular stadiums in the world.
Getting there: Fly into LAX, which is 4 miles from SoFi Stadium. Seriously — it's that close. The Metro K Line (Crenshaw Line) stops at Fairview Heights station, roughly a 10-minute walk to the stadium gates. From LAX, connect via the LAX FlyAway bus to the Green Line, then transfer to the K Line — budget about 45-50 minutes total and $1.75 for the fare. Search flights to LA.
Where to stay: Santa Monica and Culver City put you 15-20 minutes from the stadium with beach access and good restaurants. Downtown LA is farther but has the best nightlife. Avoid staying in Inglewood itself — the neighborhood around SoFi is improving but still limited for visitors. Search hotels in Los Angeles.
Don't miss: The SoFi campus itself. The Oculus video board, the open-air design, and the Hollywood Park complex make this a venue worth arriving early for.
San Francisco (Levi's Stadium)
Levi's Stadium is in Santa Clara, about 45 miles south of San Francisco proper. It's the home of the 49ers and sits in the heart of Silicon Valley. Getting to the stadium from SF requires a car or Caltrain + VTA light rail.
Getting there from LA: Fly LAX to SFO or SJC (75 minutes, often under $100). Driving is 380 miles on I-5 / US-101 (5.5-6 hours). The Pacific Coast Highway (CA-1) is more scenic but adds several hours. Search flights to San Francisco.
Where to stay: Stay in San Francisco and take Caltrain to the stadium area on game day. Hotels in Santa Clara are closer to the stadium and cheaper, but there's nothing to do at night. Search hotels in San Francisco.
Don't miss: The Caltrain ride from SF to Santa Clara on game day. The train fills with fans and the atmosphere starts well before you reach the stadium.
Seattle (Lumen Field)
Lumen Field sits in the heart of Seattle's SoDo district, a short walk from Pioneer Square and the waterfront. It's the most transit-accessible stadiums on the West Coast — light rail, buses, and walkable neighborhoods surround it.
Getting there from San Francisco: Fly SFO to SEA (2.5 hours). Driving is 808 miles on I-5 (12+ hours), which is only worth it if you're making stops along the Oregon coast. Search flights to Seattle.
Where to stay: Capitol Hill or Downtown Seattle put you within walking distance or a short light rail ride from the stadium. Pioneer Square is the closest neighborhood and will be the epicenter of pre-game activity. Search hotels in Seattle.
Don't miss: The walk to Lumen Field from Pike Place Market through Pioneer Square. On game days, this stretch will be one of the great walks in world football.
Vancouver (BC Place)
BC Place is downtown Vancouver — literally in the city center, surrounded by restaurants, bars, and transit. It's the most accessible venue on this route and the only Canadian stop.
Getting there from Seattle: Drive I-5 North to the Peace Arch border crossing. It's 140 miles (2.5-3 hours with border wait). No practical reason to fly — the drive is beautiful and the airports are far from both city centers. Search flights to Vancouver.
Border crossing: You'll need a valid passport. Canadian eTA is not required for US citizens arriving by land (only by air). Plan 30-60 minutes for the border crossing, more on game days. NEXUS cardholders get a dedicated lane.
Where to stay: Yaletown or Gastown put you within walking distance of BC Place. Vancouver is compact and walkable — almost any downtown hotel works. Search hotels in Vancouver.
Don't miss: The seawall walk from BC Place to Stanley Park. Vancouver is one of the most beautiful cities in North America, and the stadium's location makes it easy to combine game day with sightseeing.
Getting Between Cities
| Leg | Distance | Best Option | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA → San Francisco | 380 mi | Flight (LAX→SFO) | 75 min | $60-120 |
| San Francisco → Seattle | 808 mi | Flight (SFO→SEA) | 2.5 hrs | $80-150 |
| Seattle → Vancouver | 140 mi | Drive | 2.5-3 hrs | Gas + border |
Full drive: If you have the time, driving the entire I-5 corridor from LA to Vancouver is a legitimate road trip. Budget 2-3 driving days with overnight stops in the Bay Area and Portland.
Open-jaw flights: Fly into LAX, fly home from YVR (or SEA if you skip Vancouver). Saves the backtrack entirely.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1-3: Los Angeles. Arrive LAX, explore the city, attend a match at SoFi Stadium.
Day 4: Fly to San Francisco. 75-minute flight. Check into an SF hotel.
Day 5-6: San Francisco. Game day at Levi's Stadium. Explore the city on the off day.
Day 7: Fly to Seattle. 2.5-hour flight. Check into a downtown hotel.
Day 8-9: Seattle. Game day at Lumen Field. Pike Place Market, Capitol Hill, waterfront.
Day 10: Drive to Vancouver. 2.5-hour drive, cross the border.
Day 11-12: Vancouver. Game day at BC Place. Stanley Park, Gastown, Granville Island.
Day 13: Fly home from YVR.
Thirteen days, four cities, two countries. Trim it to 8-9 days by skipping one stop or reducing off days.