McDonald Jones Stadium

McDonald Jones Stadium, home to the Newcastle Knights (NRL) and Newcastle Jets (A-League), is a 33,000-seat venue located in Broadmeadow, just 6 km west of Newcastle CBD. Parking is limited, so carpooling or public transport is recommended. Broadmeadow Station is a 10-minute walk away, and shuttle buses run for Knights games. Rideshare pick-up is on Young Road.

McDonald Jones Stadium Information

Capacity: 33,000
Address: 294 Turton Road, Broadmeadows, NSW 2292
Parking: Limited parking in northern and southern carparks, parking also available at Newcastle Harness Racing Club on event days.
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, and toilet, accessibility tickets available
Tickets: Ticketmaster

Getting to McDonald Jones Stadium

Driving

If you’re planning on driving to McDonald Jones Stadium there are a bunch of options available via Turton Road, the best way to get there is by typing “McDonald Jones Stadium Parking”, or “Hunter Stadium Parking” into google and it will bring you to one of the three main parking bays.

McDonald Jones Stadium Parking

2026 season parking passes? Gone. But match day passes drop on Ticketmaster the Monday before each event. If you’re heading to the venue for a meeting or function, outdoor parking is free.

Pick up and Drop Off

For sporting events, there’s a 10-minute drop-off zone at the North driveway off Turton Road. Concerts? Drop-off at Brown Road, Newcastle Entertainment Centre, with shuttle buses every 5 minutes.

Parking Cost

Parking at the stadium is $10 per vehicle, and is a first-come, first-served style so if you are planning on driving car pool if possible.

Public Transport

Bus

The nearest bus stop to the Stadium is at Rex and Turton Road, New Lambton. Buses like the 13, 23, 25, 26, and 27 will all get you within a kilometre of the stadium. For details, check Newcastle Transport.

Train

When catching a train to the Stadium Broadmeadow Station is the stop you want to get off at, and is about a 10-minute walk to the venue. Trains from Sydney hit Central, Strathfield, Hornsby, Gosford, Wyong, Morisset, and Cardiff on the way.

Check the Transport NSW website for timetables and information.

Flying

If you are flying in from somewhere else, Newcastle Airport at Williamtown is your landing pad, about a 30-minute drive to the stadium. For car rentals, you’ve got Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty, Enterprise, and Sixt. Taxis, Uber, DiDi, and buses are also options of getting to McDonald Jones Stadium from the Airport.

More info at newcastleairport.com.au.

Bus Shuttles

Rugby League Fans: Free shuttles for Newcastle Knights games from these routes:

• Shuttle 1: Newcastle CBD (Queens Wharf, King Street, Civic Park, Marketown, Tudor Street)
• Shuttle 2: Charlestown/Belmont (Charlestown Square, Westfield Kotara, Belmont Pacific Highway)
• Shuttle 3: Glendale (Stockland Glendale, Cardiff Station, Lookout Road)
• Shuttle 4: Wallsend (Wallsend Village, Newcastle Road)
• Shuttle 5: Mayfield (Wests Mayfield, Mayfield shops, Waratah Station, Waratah Village)

No event day shuttles for A-league fixtures, so use regular bus services.

Rideshare/Taxi

Catch your Uber, DiDi, or taxi at Young Road, Broadmeadow. Follow the signs post-event.

Newcastle Taxis can be contacted via the app or by calling 13 33 00.

McDonald Jones Stadium FAQs

How many people does McDonald’s Jones stadium hold?

McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle has a capacity of 33,000 for sports events, including seating for 30,000 and additional standing areas for larger crowds.

Why is it called McDonald Jones Stadium?

Originally known as Newcastle International Sports Centre, the venue was renamed Hunter Stadium in 2011. In 2016, McDonald Jones Homes, a home-building company, secured the naming rights, leading to its current name, McDonald Jones Stadium.

What time do gates open at McDonald’s Jones stadium?

Gate opening times vary by event, but generally:

• NRL & A-League matches: Gates open 90 minutes before kick-off
• Concerts & special events: Opening times depend on the event schedule