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Shuttles
Shuttle and SAVE
Save time and money with COTA’s award-winning shuttle service for the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix! Guests will experience round-trip service from two different locations in Austin, a dedicated bus lane, and a front gate drop-off/pick-up area. Cruise into race weekend by securing your spot with the fastest route to the Grand Plaza entry gates.
Shuttles will run continuously beginning 60 minutes prior to gates opening each day.
RIDESHARE DISCLAIMER: COTA Blvd will be restricted to permitted vehicles and buses only. Rideshare services will use McAngus Blvd to access their drop-off location.
For the smoothest race weekend experience, come early, stay late, and take the shuttle.
Prepare for Your Ride
Shuttle Logistics
Children 3 and under ride for free. The last inbound shuttle to COTA will depart at 2PM on Sunday, and 6:30PM on Friday and Saturday. Shuttles stop running 60 minutes after music stops on Friday and Saturday. The longest transit times occur on Race Day Sunday between 9:30AM and 12:15PM.
Shuttle Accessibility
Accessibility services for off-site shuttle locations are available upon request. For accessibility questions or accomodations during race weekend, please contact a COTA representative at 512-301-6600 ext. 0.
Rideshare Disclaimer
COTA Blvd will be restricted to permitted vehicles and buses only. Similarly, rideshare (Uber, Lyft, etc) services will operate out of the McAngus drop-off location. To ensure a successful transit experience, rideshare vehicles will not be permitted on COTA Blvd during race weekend.
FAQS
Can I purchase a shuttle pass when I arrive at the pick-up location?
A limited amount of shuttle passes may be available at shuttle departure/pick-up locations. These may be sold on a standby basis if available and are NOT guaranteed. We strongly encourage race fans to purchase their shuttle package before race weekend as early as possible.
What payment methods can be used to purchase shuttle passes?
Credit and debit cards are accepted.
How many shuttle passes are allowed per transaction?
A maximum of (8) shuttle passes per transaction are permitted.
How do we redeem shuttle passes?
Please follow signage and directions to the ticketing area at your selected offsite shuttle locations and have your mobile ticket ready to be scanned. One of COTA’s event staff members will provide you with a wristband that will grant you access on the shuttle.
When does the first bus depart in the morning?
The first bus will depart approximately 1 hour before gates open each day.
How often will the shuttles run?
Shuttles to Circuit of The Americas will run continuously until 6:30pm Friday and Saturday. Return service will end 60 minutes after music ends on Friday and Saturday night. Shuttles will run continuously all day on Sunday.
How will I know what shuttle to take at the end of the day?
Guest service teams will be present onsite to help assist fans locate their shuttle. All shuttle lines and wristbands will be color coordinated with a specific shuttle route.