SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, hosts 8 matches at the 2026 World Cup including knockout rounds. Capacity: 70,000 (expandable to 100,000). The newest US WC venue and the most expensive stadium ever built ($5.5B). Here's everything you need.
- Address
- 1001 Stadium Dr, Inglewood, CA
- Capacity
- 70,240 (expandable to 100,000)
- Total WC matches
- 8
- Opened
- September 2020
- Cost
- $5.5 billion (most expensive stadium ever)
- Other tenants
- LA Rams + LA Chargers (NFL)
How to get there
By Metro (LA Metro K Line)
The K Line opened in 2022 and reaches SoFi Stadium directly. From downtown LA, take the K Line to Downtown Inglewood Station, then 10-minute shuttle to stadium. 45 minutes total. Fare: $1.75.
From LAX (Los Angeles International Airport)
LAX is 4 miles from SoFi. Options:
• Free LAX-to-Metro shuttle to K Line, then K Line to SoFi (~30 mins)
• Uber/Lyft direct: 15 mins, $15-30
• Driving: 10-25 mins depending on traffic
From downtown LA
K Line: 45 mins, $1.75
Driving: 30-60 mins, $40+ for stadium parking
Parking
Stadium parking is $50+/day. Better to use rideshare (Uber/Lyft pickup areas are well-marked) or LA Metro.
Hotels nearby
Closest (Inglewood / El Segundo)
- Hyatt Regency LAX — 4 miles, easy access
- Marriott LAX — 5 miles
- Renaissance LAX — 5 miles
- Price range during WC: $300-$600/night
Santa Monica / Venice Beach
- 10 miles north, beach vibe
- Price range during WC: $400-$900/night
Downtown LA
- Best for cultural exploration, walkable
- Price range during WC: $250-$600/night
Food at the stadium
- Premium California-style food: gourmet tacos, ramen, plant-based options
- Local LA classics: Pink's Hot Dogs, Wexler's Deli
- Vegan + vegetarian options strong
- Stadium is cashless — card only
What to see in LA around your match
- Venice Beach — 8 miles. Boardwalk, muscle beach, skating.
- Santa Monica Pier — 9 miles. Ferris wheel, restaurants.
- Hollywood — 12 miles. Walk of Fame, Chinese Theatre.
- Griffith Observatory — 15 miles. Best LA view.
- Universal Studios — 16 miles.
- Disneyland (Anaheim) — 25 miles.
Mexican / Latin influence
LA has the largest Mexican-American population of any US city. Expect huge Mexican fan presence at every match — and excellent Mexican food everywhere. Suggested:
- Tacos Punta Cabras — Santa Monica
- Guisados — Boyle Heights
- Sonoratown — downtown
- La Cevicheria — Koreatown
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How do I get to SoFi Stadium without a car?
LA Metro K Line directly. From downtown LA, take K Line to Downtown Inglewood Station then short shuttle. 45 minutes total, $1.75.
How far is SoFi from LAX?
4 miles. By LAX-Metro shuttle + K Line: 30 mins. By Uber: 15 mins, $15-30. By car: 10-25 mins depending on traffic.
Where should I stay for SoFi Stadium matches?
Inglewood / LAX area is closest and easiest. Santa Monica is more scenic. Downtown LA is more cultural. Each has tradeoffs in price and vibe.
Why is SoFi Stadium famous?
It opened in 2020 and is the most expensive stadium ever built at $5.5 billion. Features a translucent ETFE roof, 70,000 seats expandable to 100,000, and is home to both LA Rams and LA Chargers.