The College Football Playoff gets a complete makeover this season with the advent of the 12-team format.
The expanded field grants more teams legitimate dreams of winning it all with the final two teams set to meet for all the marbles on January 20 in Atlanta.
Regardless of who ultimately makes it, this year marks a historic season finale. If you're interested in making the trek, The Sporting News has you covered with a guide for everything you need to know to about the CFP Championship game, including how to buy tickets, seating maps, parking options, bag policies and more.
Tickets for the 2025 CFP Championship game are distributed to fans everywhere, so you don't need to go through the league or participating teams to purchase a pass.
Tickets for the game are available now on secondary ticket sites like StubHub .
How much are CFP Championship 2025 tickets?
Easily the biggest event in college sports, CFP Championship Game tickets cost a pretty penny.
Like college events, though, get-in prices vary throughout the season as teams look more or less poised to make the game. Costs are still unpredictable as they could double or be halved by the time January rolls around.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium has a capacity of about 71,000 for football games but can expand up to 75,000 for different events.
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Transportation to Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is accessible by car or by the MARTA, Atlanta's public subway system.
To get to the venue using public transportation, you can take a train downtown to the GWCC/CNN Center Station stop (accessible by the green and blue lines) which drops riders off right outside the stadium. Each MARTA ride costs $2.50 using a Breeze card.
Five Points Station is also about a half-mile away from the stadium. The stop is accessible by all lines.
Fans can also use rideshare services to get to and leave the venue. Mercedes-Benz Stadium has designated lots for rideshare users.
Parking at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Because Mercedes-Benz Stadium is in the heart of downtown Atlanta, parking at the venue can be a little tricky. However, there are a handful of lots and decks visitors can use when going to the game that are within 20 minutes of walking. Fans should plan to purchase a parking pass early to beat the sell-out.
Below is a map of all the parking options guests have when planning a trip to the stadium. Mercedes-Benz Stadium has a breakdown of lot information.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium enforces a clear bag policy. Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and may not exceed 12" by 6" by 12" in size.
However, guests may bring non-clear bags under 4.5" by 6.5".
Bags are subjected to security checks, and any bags found not in compliance with he stadium's policies may be placed in bag check locations at Gates 1 and 2.
College Football Playoff 2024 schedule
First round
Fri., Dec. 20 – On campus
Sat., Dec. 21 – On campus
One first-round game to be played Friday while the other three will be played Saturday.
Wed., Jan. 1 – Allstate Sugar Bowl (New Orleans, LA)
Semifinals
Thurs., Jan. 9 – Orange Bowl (Miami, FL)
Fri., Jan. 10 – Goodyear Cotton Bowl (Dallas, TX)
CFP National Championship
Mon., Jan. 20 – Mercedes Benz Stadium (Atlanta, GA)
College Football Playoff 2024 bracket
Here's how the first-ever 12-team playoff bracket will look.
The committee will still rank the top 25 teams on selection day, Dec. 8. Tthe five highest-ranked conference champions will automatically earn a spot in the playoffs. The remaining seven highest-ranked teams will then be selected to participate in the playoffs. However, ranking does not equal seeding as independent conference teams cannot earn a top-four seed.
Only seeds 5-12 will participate in the first round of the playoffs with seeds 5-8 hosting those games on campus. The four highest seeds, who earn a bye for the first round, will be assigned a bowl game for the quarterfinals based on location and historic relationships. The semifinals will also be hosted by bowl game committees, though the No. 1 overall seed will receive preferential placement for that game.
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FAQs
When is the 2025 CFP Championship game?
The 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship will kickoff Monday, Jan. 20 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Where is the 2025 CFP Championship game?
The 2025 CFP Championship game will be held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, home of the NFL's Falcons and MLS's Atlanta United. The venue previously hosted the 2018 CFP title game.
Is there a halftime show at the CFP Championship game?
The CFP Championship game has a unique halftime show. Rather than an out performer, the participating schools' marching bands take the field to perform their shows one final time.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium address
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is located at 1 AMB Drive, Atlanta, GA, 30313.
Where do I enter Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
Mercedes-Benz Stadium has four gates, labeled 1-4, located on the north and east sides of the venue.
Can I exit and re-enter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
No, guests can not re-enter the stadium once they have previously entered and scanned their ticket.
Where are the student sections at the 2025 CFP Championship game?
Student sections for teams participating in the CFP Championship game will be determined after the semifinals.
Does Mercedes-Benz Stadium have wi-fi?
Yes, Mercedes-Benz Stadium has wifi available to guests. To connect, select the "attiwifi@mbs" network then launch a web browser.
College Football Playoff alcohol policy
While individual schools vary in their alcohol policy, the College Football Playoffs permits the sale of alcohol at its events. At Mercedes-Benz Stadium, guests must present an ID to purchase alcoholic beverages. Guests are limited to two drinks per transaction.
Does Mercedes-Benz Stadium accept cash?
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is a cashless stadium, accepting only card or mobile payments. Kiosks will be available at the CFP title game for those needing to convert cash to card.
Airports near Atlanta
Those flying in for the CFP title game should fly into Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), the largest airport in the area. Can't find flights to Atlanta? You can also look for trips into Birmingham-Shuttlesworth (BHM) which is 144 miles away, Charlotte Douglas (CLT) which is 243 miles away or Nasvhille (BNA) which is 244 miles away from the metro Atlanta area.
MARTA stations, lines, map
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Who won the 2024 CFP Championship?
Michigan beat Washington 34-13 to win the 2024 national title. In the semifinals, the Wolverines beat Alabama while the Huskies beat Texas.
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