Car Rentals
Car Rentals in Nashville
Renting a car for an event in Nashville? This page covers the airport that serve the city and how far each is from downtown, the nearest airport to 8 of its busiest venues, the stadium parking we sell, and what is on. The car itself is booked on Expedia, which compares the rental companies at the airport you choose.
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Nashville: the airport closest to downtown is Nashville International Airport (BNA), 10 km (6 mi) from the city centre.
Where to pick up a car in Nashville
Airport rental counters keep the longest hours, so the airport you land at is usually the place to collect the car. Distances are in a straight line from the city centre.
| Airport | Code | From the city centre |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville International Airport | BNA | 10 km (6 mi) |
Airport to venue: the drive
The busiest venues in and around Nashville, each with the airport nearest to it. A stadium in the suburbs is often closer to a different airport than downtown is.
| Venue | Nearest airport |
|---|---|
| The Lab at Zanies | BNA, 9 km (6 mi) |
| Tennessee Performing Arts Center - Andrew Jackson Hall | BNA, 10 km (6 mi) |
| Zanies Comedy Night Club - Nashville | BNA, 9 km (6 mi) |
| 3rd & Lindsley | BNA, 9 km (5 mi) |
| Ryman Auditorium | BNA, 10 km (6 mi) |
| Bridgestone Arena | BNA, 10 km (6 mi) |
| First Horizon Park | BNA, 11 km (7 mi) |
| Grand Ole Opry House | BNA, 10 km (6 mi) |
Driving to a game? Book the parking
Stadium lots fill up for big games. These parking passes are on sale on StubOrder, game by game.
Do you need a car in Nashville?
It depends on where you are going. Our Nashville travel guide covers transit, driving and which venues are easy to reach without a car.
Upcoming Nashville events
Grand Ole Opry
Grand Ole Opry House, Nashville, Tennessee
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The Lab at Zanies, Nashville, Tennessee
40 Fingers
The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, Nashville, Tennessee
Caamp
Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, Tennessee
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City Winery - Nashville, Nashville, Tennessee
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Schermerhorn Symphony Center, Nashville, Tennessee
From about $82.00View TicketsHogslop String Band
3rd & Lindsley, Nashville, Tennessee
Switchfoot & Anberlin
The Truth, Nashville, Tennessee
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Frequently asked questions
Which airport is closest to downtown Nashville?
Nashville International Airport (BNA) is 10 km (6 mi) from the city centre in a straight line.
Can I rent a car on StubOrder?
Not directly. Car rentals are booked on Expedia through the link on this page, and StubOrder may earn a commission when you do. Your event tickets are always a separate purchase.
Which airport is nearest The Lab at Zanies?
BNA, 9 km (6 mi) away in a straight line. The table above has the nearest airport for the other big venues in Nashville.
Can I buy parking for FirstBank Stadium?
Yes. Parking passes for games at FirstBank Stadium are on sale on StubOrder, listed game by game on its parking page.
