Written by the Black Car Services dispatch team · 5600 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL · minutes from O’Hare · every chauffeur background-checked, licensed and insured
Quick answer: Notre Dame hosts Miami on Saturday, Nov. 7, with a 6:30 p.m. Central kickoff (7:30 p.m. Eastern in South Bend). Black Car Services sends black SUVs and Mercedes-Benz Sprinters from every part of Chicago: downtown hotels, North Side and South Side neighborhoods, the suburbs, O’Hare and Midway. Notre Dame Stadium is about 1.5 to 2.5 hours away depending on your pickup point. Your chauffeur drops you near the stadium, waits through the game and drives you home after the night game.
Nov. 7 night game in South Bend
Black SUVs and Sprinters from anywhere in Chicago, there and back.
In this guide
- Notre Dame vs. Miami on Nov. 7 at a glance
- Pickups from every part of Chicago, with drive times
- When to leave Chicago for a 6:30 p.m. kickoff
- Black SUV or Sprinter: which vehicle for your group
- Black car vs. driving yourself or a rideshare
- Drop-off near the stadium and pickup after the game
- The late ride home after a night game
- Flying in for the game: O’Hare and Midway pickups
- Alumni clubs, corporate hosts and multi-car groups
- Book early: Nov. 7 is one of the busiest days of the season
- Quick facts
- Frequently asked questions
- About the dispatch team
Notre Dame vs. Miami on Nov. 7 at a glance
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Game | Notre Dame vs. Miami, Notre Dame Stadium, South Bend, Indiana |
| Kickoff | 6:30 p.m. Central / 7:30 p.m. Eastern (South Bend is one hour ahead of Chicago) |
| Drive from downtown Chicago | About 95 miles, roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours without game traffic |
| Game ends | Usually around 10 p.m. Central |
| Back in Chicago | Around midnight to 1 a.m., depending on post-game traffic and your drop-off |
This is a night game in November, so the return trip is late and cold. That is the main reason groups book a car instead of driving themselves.
Book your Nov. 7 Notre Dame ride
Tell us your pickup area, group size and when you want to arrive.
Pickups from every part of Chicago, with drive times
| Pickup area | Neighborhoods and towns | Drive to Notre Dame Stadium* |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown hotels | The Loop, River North, Streeterville, Magnificent Mile, South Loop | About 1 hr 45 min to 2 hr |
| West Loop and near west | Fulton Market, West Loop, Greektown, Pilsen | About 1 hr 50 min to 2 hr |
| North Side | Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Andersonville, Edgewater | About 2 hr to 2 hr 15 min |
| South Side | Hyde Park, Bronzeville, Beverly, Mount Greenwood | About 1 hr 30 min to 1 hr 45 min |
| North Shore | Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park | About 2 hr 15 min to 2 hr 30 min |
| Northwest suburbs | Rosemont, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Park Ridge | About 2 hr 15 min to 2 hr 30 min |
| West suburbs | Oak Brook, Hinsdale, Naperville, Downers Grove, Elmhurst | About 2 hr to 2 hr 15 min |
| Southwest and south suburbs | Orland Park, Tinley Park, Oak Lawn, Homewood, Frankfort | About 1 hr 30 min to 1 hr 45 min |
| Airports | O’Hare and Midway | About 2 hr from O’Hare; about 1 hr 45 min from Midway |
*Normal traffic, clock time in Chicago. Game-day traffic near South Bend can add 30 to 60 minutes, so we build that into your pickup time. For pickups across the suburbs, see our suburbs coverage guide.
When to leave Chicago for a 6:30 p.m. kickoff
| Your plan | Arrive in South Bend (Central time) | Leave downtown Chicago about |
|---|---|---|
| Tailgate and campus walk | 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. |
| Pregame dinner in South Bend | 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. | 12:30 to 1:00 p.m. |
| Straight to the stadium | 4:30 to 5:00 p.m. | 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. |
Remember the time change: your phone will show Eastern time once you cross into Indiana near South Bend, while your chauffeur plans in Central. We confirm the pickup in both so nobody is confused.
Black SUV or Sprinter: which vehicle for your group
| Group size | Best vehicle | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 3 | Premium sedan or SUV | Quiet, comfortable ride for a couple or small group |
| 4 to 6 | Black SUV (Escalade or similar) | Room for coats, blankets and tailgate bags |
| 7 to 14 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | Whole group together, standing room, space for coolers and gear |
| 15 and up | Two or more vehicles | Coordinated pickups, same drop-off spot |
A Sprinter is the favorite for friend groups and alumni clubs because everyone rides together both ways. A black SUV fits families and couples who want a private ride. See all vehicles in our fleet and the sedan vs. SUV vs. Sprinter guide.
Ten or more people going?
Book one Sprinter for the whole group, from your door to the stadium and back.
Black car vs. driving yourself or a rideshare
| Driving yourself | Rideshare | Black car or Sprinter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game-day parking | Lots fill early and cost extra | No parking, but surge pricing | No parking; dropped near the stadium |
| After a night game | Tired drive home, around 95 miles in the dark | Few drivers willing to go back to Chicago | Your chauffeur is waiting |
| Group of 8 to 14 | Several cars | Several rides | One Sprinter |
| Toll road and traffic | You handle it | Driver may not know the area | Chauffeur plans the route |
| Tailgating | Someone has to stay sober and drive | Not practical | Everyone can enjoy the day |
Drop-off near the stadium and pickup after the game
On game days, Notre Dame sets traffic patterns, road closures and drop-off areas around campus. Your chauffeur follows that plan, drops you as close as traffic allows and shares a clear pickup spot before you walk in. After the final whistle, you text your chauffeur when you are on your way out. Because thousands of fans leave at once, plan on a short walk to the pickup spot; it is faster than waiting for the car to reach the stadium gate. Check the university’s game-day guide for bag rules and gate times before you go.
The late ride home after a night game
With a 6:30 p.m. Central kickoff, most fans are leaving South Bend around 10 p.m. Central and getting back to Chicago around midnight to 1 a.m. Your chauffeur stays in South Bend during the game, so the vehicle is warm and ready when you come out. Sprinters have room to stretch out on the way home, and SUVs drop each person at their own door if your group lives in different parts of the city or suburbs; just tell us the stops when you book.
Flying in for the game: O’Hare and Midway pickups
Miami and Notre Dame fans flying into Chicago can go straight from the airport to South Bend, or check into a Chicago hotel first. We track your flight and meet you at O’Hare or Midway. A common plan is Friday arrival, Saturday game, and a Sunday ride back to the airport. Book all three legs together.
Alumni clubs, corporate hosts and multi-car groups
Alumni groups, companies hosting clients and families with several cars book Nov. 7 as one reservation: several pickups across Chicago, one meeting point in South Bend and one invoice. For business accounts, see corporate black car. For a full day with stops, book by the hour.
Book early: Nov. 7 is one of the busiest days of the season
A Notre Dame vs. Miami night game draws fans from across the Midwest, and Sprinters are the first vehicles to book out. Reserve as soon as you have tickets. For other long trips from Chicago, see long-distance black car service and our event transportation.
Reserve your Nov. 7 SUV or Sprinter
Sprinters book out first for big night games.
Quick facts
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Game | Notre Dame vs. Miami, Saturday, Nov. 7 |
| Kickoff | 6:30 p.m. Central / 7:30 p.m. Eastern |
| Stadium | Notre Dame Stadium, South Bend, Indiana |
| Distance from downtown Chicago | About 95 miles |
| Pickups | All Chicago neighborhoods, suburbs, O’Hare and Midway |
| Vehicles | Sedans, black SUVs, Mercedes-Benz Sprinters |
| Book | (866) 675-8866, 24/7 |
Frequently asked questions
When is Notre Dame vs. Miami?
Saturday, Nov. 7, kickoff 6:30 p.m. Central (7:30 p.m. Eastern) at Notre Dame Stadium.
How far is Notre Dame Stadium from my part of Chicago?
About 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on your pickup area, plus extra time for game-day traffic.
Do you pick up anywhere in Chicago?
Yes. Downtown hotels, every Chicago neighborhood, the suburbs, O’Hare and Midway.
Does the chauffeur wait during the game?
Yes. Your chauffeur stays in South Bend and drives you home after the game.
What vehicle fits 12 people?
A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, which seats up to 14.
Can we tailgate?
Yes. Plan an earlier pickup; we suggest leaving downtown around 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Central.
What time will we get back to Chicago?
Usually around midnight to 1 a.m. Central after a 6:30 p.m. kickoff.
Can you drop people at different homes on the way back?
Yes. Tell us the stops when you book.
Can you pick us up at O’Hare and take us straight to South Bend?
Yes. We track your flight and drive you to South Bend or your hotel.
Do I need to worry about the time change?
Yes. South Bend runs on Eastern time, so game clocks there read an hour later than Chicago. We confirm your pickup in both.
How early should I book for Nov. 7?
As soon as you have tickets; Sprinters book out first for big night games.
How do I book?
Book online, request a quote or call (866) 675-8866, 24/7.
About the dispatch team
This guide was written by the Black Car Services dispatch team, which plans game-day, airport and long-distance rides across Chicagoland every day. Black Car Services is a Chicago black car and chauffeur company based at 5600 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018, minutes from O’Hare. The fleet includes sedans, black SUVs and Mercedes-Benz Sprinters. Every chauffeur is background-checked, licensed and insured, and dispatch answers 24/7 at (866) 675-8866. Read what riders say on our customer reviews page.
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