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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
The most widely used parking booking platform in Newark. Strong lot selection near Prudential Center. Book by event date for Devils games. spothero.com
Good selection of garages and surface lots near the arena. Shows distance from venue and walking time for each option. parkwhiz.com
Offers parking specifically for Devils and Seton Hall games. App-based — download before game day. Starting rates around $20; varies by event. parkmobile.io
Driving to Prudential Center — What to Know
Parking vs Transit — Which Makes More Sense?
The honest answer depends on where you are starting from.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Book the Lot, Save the Confirmation, Beat the Panic
Prudential Center is one of the easier downtown arenas to park near, but only when the spot is handled before puck drop. Use these guides to compare Lot C, Lot D, Lafayette Street Garage, Green Street Garage, NJ Transit, PATH, restaurants, hotels, and the full Devils night plan before you drive into Newark.
How to Get to Prudential Center
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Plan Food NearbyCore Prudential Center Planning
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Prudential Center Hockey Venue Guide
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New Jersey Devils Team Guide
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NYC Hockey Hub
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NYC Transportation Hub
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NYC Night Out Guide
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Food, Hotels & Newark Game-Night Support
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Pregame food, postgame waits, walkable Newark options, and dining plans that help you avoid the worst exit crunch.
Hotels Near Prudential Center
Newark hotel bases, walk-back convenience, PATH/NJ Transit connections, and when staying nearby beats driving home late.
NYC Night Out Planning
Use the broader Night Out hub when a Devils game is part of a larger NYC/Newark weekend plan.
Choose the Right Parking Decision
Lots · Booking · ExitLots & Garages Near the Arena
Lot C, Lot D, Lafayette Street Garage, Green Street Parking Garage, Hyundai Parking Deck, and which options are closest.
How to Book Parking in Advance
SpotHero, ParkWhiz, ParkMobile, rivalry-game timing, saved confirmations, and why booking early removes arrival stress.
Driving Tips for Prudential Center
Highway approaches, tunnel timing, lot-address navigation, winter-weather notes, and realistic postgame garage flow.
Parking vs Transit
When to drive from New Jersey, when NJ Transit wins from Manhattan, when PATH works, and what families should consider.
Prudential Center Parking FAQ
Quick answers on parking cost, nearby lots, booking ahead, exit timing, and whether to drive or take the train.
Train-First Prudential Center Plan
For Manhattan, Jersey City, Hoboken, and rail-corridor visitors, compare NJ Transit and PATH before paying for parking.
Devils & Hockey Planning Add-Ons
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Team-night planning, first-timer feel, matchup choices, Newark logistics, and how a Devils game fits a NYC trip.
Prudential Center Venue Guide
Full arena context for Devils games: seating, arrival, neighborhood, transit, parking, and game-night flow.
NYC Hockey Hub
Compare Rangers, Islanders, Devils, arena logistics, best games for visitors, family picks, and first-time hockey nights.