Frequently Asked Questions

The USGA coordinates an extensive local, regional, and statewide team to support a safe and smooth arrival for all players, fans, volunteers, vendors, and staff traveling to the championship grounds. The primary goal of the transportation plan is to minimize vehicular traffic and congestion in the immediate vicinity, neighborhoods, and roadways surrounding Shinnecock Hills Golf Club and local properties being utilized during the championship. We will do this by utilizing satellite parking lots and mass transit (LIRR) options to maximize an efficient shuttle system and maintain a secure public safety perimeter around the championship grounds and neighboring residences.

Yes. The parking and transportation plan will be released in the Spring of 2026 detailing all road restrictions, modifications, and temporary traffic patterns.

MTA Long Island Railroad (LIRR) will be the easiest and most convenient way to get to the U.S. Open. Train service will be provided in both directions along the Montauk Branch and will accommodate customers traveling from either New York City or Eastern Long Island. Shinnecock Hills Golf Club is located 85 miles from New York’s Penn Station, and the trip is expected to take approximately two hours. A detailed train schedule with U.S. Open services will be released in the Spring of 2026. Prevailing train fares will be charged.

Fans will utilize a temporary train platform that will be constructed in close proximity to the championship grounds. After exiting the train, fans will proceed through security screening prior to crossing a pedestrian bridge to reach the championship grounds. Provisions for persons with limited mobility will be in place to enable access to the championship.

U.S. Open Championship Ride Share will only be allowed at the designated area along Old Montauk Highway. There is no parking or staging for vehicles, so pickup times will need to be coordinated accordingly. Vehicles proceeding to the ride share location will be instructed to follow directional signs and parking attendants to the appropriate pick-up and drop-off location. Due to traffic restrictions, access is limited to vehicles no larger than a 12-passenger van or limousine. Ride share vehicles are not permitted to pick up or drop off at any other location around the championship grounds.

Please visit www.usopen.com in the Spring of 2026 for more detailed parking, transportation, and ride share information.

The USGA is committed to providing a positive and user-friendly experience for all fans with disabilities. Accessible parking spaces for all vehicles having appropriate HD/DP license plates or placards will be reserved at all parking locations. Fans requiring lift-equipped transportation should contact the USGA Championship Office at 2026usopen@usga.org ahead of the championship to receive specific parking instructions.

The USGA will provide complimentary lift-equipped shuttles to and from all remote championship parking lots. Furthermore, the Disability Services Committee will be on-site to assist fans with disabilities with multi-person golf cart transportation to and from designated stops, specific ADA-friendly grandstand locations, and accessible facilities throughout the championship course.