Parking Near Prudential Center · Devils Games · Newark, NJ

Parking Near Prudential Center: Lots, Garages & How to Book

Over 3,500 parking spaces within two blocks of the arena — here is where they are, how to book in advance, what to expect on the way out, and when transit beats driving.

Spaces within 2 blocks3,500+
Closest lotsLot C · Lot D · Lafayette St Garage
Book viaSpotHero · ParkWhiz · ParkMobile
Exit timeBudget 20–30 min after full house

Prudential Center is one of the more parking-accessible downtown arenas in the New York metro area — a meaningful distinction for a building in an urban core. Over 3,500 spaces in lots and garages sit within two blocks of the arena, which gives drivers genuine options rather than a single overpriced attached garage.

That said, parking is not a show-up-and-find-a-spot situation on Devils game nights. Booking in advance through SpotHero, ParkWhiz, or ParkMobile guarantees your spot at a pre-purchased rate and eliminates the arrival anxiety of circling unfamiliar Newark blocks before a 7pm puck drop. The advance booking also typically gets you into better-positioned lots rather than whatever is still available when you arrive.

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The One Parking Rule

Book in advance. Pre-purchased parking on SpotHero, ParkWhiz, or ParkMobile guarantees your spot, pre-sets the rate, and gets you into better-positioned lots. Showing up without a reservation on a sold-out game night means paying more for whatever is left and spending arrival time you planned to use for warmups trying to find a space.

Parking Lots & Garages Near Prudential Center

Arena Lots · Closest
Lot C & Lot D
Adjacent to Prudential Center

The primary arena-designated lots immediately adjacent to the building. Closest walk to the entrances. Book in advance through the official Prudential Center parking page or via SpotHero/ParkMobile. Fill quickly for sold-out games — book the day before at minimum for rivalry matchups.

Garage · 1 Block Away
Lafayette Street Garage
Lafayette Street, Newark

One of the primary garages near the arena, a short walk to the Prudential Center entrances. Covered parking — an advantage in winter and rainy-weather games. Available on SpotHero and ParkMobile. Book in advance for high-demand events.

Garage · 1 Block Away
Green Street Parking Garage
47–63 Green Street, Newark

One block from Prudential Center. Also serves as the BMW complimentary parking location for BMW owners (register at bmwdevilsparking.com for select events). Available through SpotHero and ParkWhiz for standard event parking.

Parking Deck
Hyundai Parking Deck
Near Prudential Center

Hyundai owners who arrive at least one hour before doors open can access reserved Hyundai-branded spaces on premier levels. For non-Hyundai drivers, this deck is bookable through standard parking platforms. Check availability for your specific game date.

Verify current lot locations, availability, and pricing on the official Prudential Center parking page at prucenter.com/parking before each visit. Lot availability and configurations can change between seasons.

How to Book Parking in Advance

Three platforms cover Prudential Center parking comprehensively — SpotHero, ParkWhiz, and ParkMobile. All three allow advance booking with a guaranteed spot at a pre-set rate. Use whichever interface you prefer; the underlying lots are largely the same across platforms.

SpotHero

The most widely used parking booking platform in Newark. Strong lot selection near Prudential Center. Book by event date for Devils games. spothero.com

ParkWhiz

Good selection of garages and surface lots near the arena. Shows distance from venue and walking time for each option. parkwhiz.com

ParkMobile

Offers parking specifically for Devils and Seton Hall games. App-based — download before game day. Starting rates around $20; varies by event. parkmobile.io

→Book at least 24–48 hours before the game for standard matchups. For rivalry games (Rangers-Devils, Islanders-Devils) and playoff games, book further in advance — premium lots fill faster.
→Compare multiple lots before booking — closer is not always meaningfully better at a venue where most lots are within a two-block radius. Covered parking is worth a small premium in winter.
→Screenshot or download your parking confirmation before leaving home — spotty cell service in garages makes loading a confirmation email less reliable than a cached screenshot.

Driving to Prudential Center — What to Know

→Major highways serving Prudential Center: I-95/New Jersey Turnpike, I-78, I-280, US Route 1/9, NJ Route 21, and the Garden State Parkway. Newark is well-connected by highway but game-night traffic approaching downtown can add meaningful time — check live traffic before leaving.
→From Manhattan via car, budget 45–60 minutes for the drive during evening rush on game nights. The Lincoln Tunnel and Holland Tunnel can back up significantly before 7pm games.
→From New Jersey, drive times vary widely by starting point — traffic on I-78, I-280, and the Turnpike approaches to Newark can affect arrival by 15–30 minutes on busy game nights.
→Enter your parking lot address into navigation before leaving — driving to the arena address and then looking for the lot adds arrival stress. Navigate directly to the lot address.
→Budget 20–30 minutes for the parking lot exit after a sold-out Devils game. If you need to catch a train or make a specific connection after the game, leave a few minutes before the final horn.
→Winter weather adds meaningful time to the walk between parking and the arena. Covered garages are worth prioritizing from November through March if available at a comparable price.

Parking vs Transit — Which Makes More Sense?

The honest answer depends on where you are starting from.

→Drive if: You are coming from New Jersey suburbs without a direct transit connection to Newark, you are with a group where splitting a parking cost is practical, you want flexibility on the return time without worrying about trains, or you are staying nearby and the parking is genuinely close.
→Take NJ Transit if: You are coming from Manhattan or anywhere along the NJ Transit rail corridor. Twenty minutes door-to-door on the train versus 45-plus minutes driving through traffic plus parking lot exit time is not a close comparison for most Midtown departures.
→Take PATH if: You are in Lower Manhattan, Tribeca, Jersey City, or Hoboken. The PATH to Newark is a practical alternative to going up to Penn Station first.
→Families: Driving can simplify the night — you control the departure time, you avoid crowded platform exits with tired kids, and the parking situation at Prudential Center is genuinely manageable. The lot exit time is the one variable to plan around.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there parking near Prudential Center?

Yes — over 3,500 parking spaces within two blocks of the arena, including Lot C, Lot D, the Lafayette Street Garage, and the Green Street Parking Garage (47-63 Green St). This is one of the better downtown-arena parking situations in the New York metro area.

How much does parking cost near Prudential Center?

Parking rates near Prudential Center start around $20 and vary by event, location, and demand. Pre-booked rates through SpotHero, ParkWhiz, or ParkMobile are typically lower than day-of rates and guarantee a spot. Verify current pricing on the booking platform before your visit — rates change by event.

Should I book parking in advance for a Devils game?

Yes. Pre-booking guarantees your spot, locks in the rate, and gets you into better-positioned lots. For rivalry games and high-demand matchups, the better lots fill in advance. SpotHero, ParkWhiz, and ParkMobile all offer advance booking for Prudential Center events.

How long does it take to exit the parking lot after a Devils game?

Budget 20–30 minutes for parking lot exit after a sold-out game. If you need to make a specific connection or catch a train after driving, leaving a few minutes before the final horn is worth considering. The exit flow is manageable but not instantaneous on full-house nights.

Is it better to drive or take NJ Transit to Prudential Center?

From Manhattan, NJ Transit is faster and less stressful — 20 minutes on the train vs 45-plus minutes driving through evening traffic plus parking and lot exit time. From New Jersey without a good transit connection, driving makes more sense. See the full transit guide for the complete breakdown.

Parking at Prudential Center in Brief

Prudential Center is one of the better-parked downtown arenas in the New York area. The options are real and accessible — book in advance, navigate to the lot address rather than the arena address, budget 20–30 minutes for the exit on sold-out nights, and you will not have a parking problem.

For the full Devils night-out picture, see How to Get to Prudential Center, Restaurants Near Prudential Center, and the Prudential Center Hockey Venue Guide.

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Parking Guide Sections

Parking Quick Reference

Lots Within 2 Blocks

Lot C & Lot D
Adjacent to arena · Closest walk
Lafayette Street Garage
1 block away · Covered parking
Green Street Parking Garage
47–63 Green St · 1 block away
Book via
SpotHero · ParkWhiz · ParkMobile
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Book in Advance

Pre-book guarantees your spot and locks the rate. Budget 20–30 min for lot exit after a sold-out game.

Full Devils Night Cluster

Prudential Center Planning

Transit Alternative

From Manhattan, NJ Transit is faster and cheaper than driving and parking — 20 min vs 45+ min driving plus lot exit time. Check the transit guide before choosing.

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Transit, Dining, Hotels & the Full Night

Parking sorted — now build the rest of the Devils evening. Transit, the Ironbound, where to stay, and the venue and team guides.

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Hotels Near Prudential Center Downtown Newark walkable hotels, Newark Airport options, and when a Manhattan hotel plus NJ Transit commute beats a Newark stay. Venue Guide
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