Written by the Royal Limo Services dispatch team · Chicago · 24/7 live dispatch
Quick answer: Notre Dame hosts Miami on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 p.m. Eastern (6:30 p.m. in Chicago) at Notre Dame Stadium, on NBC and Peacock. From Chicago, the easy way is an all-day Sprinter charter: leave around 11 a.m. Chicago time, tailgate in South Bend all afternoon, and ride home in a heated van with the same chauffeur, back around 1 a.m. Royal Limo Services runs Sprinter limos for 8, 11 or 14 passengers, and night-game Saturdays are the first dates to sell out.
Night games sell our Sprinters first
Send your group size and pickup address for Nov. 7 and we’ll hold a Sprinter and send your timeline.
Request a Sprinter quote | Call 24/7: (866) 811-0999 | Text: 708-980-6881
In this guide
- Game facts at a glance
- Your Nov. 7 timeline from Chicago
- Choosing your Sprinter for Miami
- Tailgate and stadium tips for a night game
- Flying in for the game
- If you can’t make Nov. 7: the last two home games
- How pricing works
- Book the right vehicle for November
- What to send dispatch to book a November game
- Why groups book Royal for Notre Dame
- Quick facts
- Frequently asked questions
- About the dispatch team
Game facts at a glance
| Detail | Notre Dame vs. Miami |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, Nov. 7 |
| Kickoff | 7:30 p.m. Eastern / 6:30 p.m. Chicago |
| Stadium | Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, Indiana |
| TV | NBC and Peacock |
| Gates open | 90 minutes before kickoff: 6:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. Chicago |
| Drive from Chicago | About 95 miles, about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours in normal traffic |
Notre Dame and Miami have one of college football’s best-known rivalries, so expect a full stadium, heavy traffic into South Bend and full lots by mid-afternoon. A night kickoff also means a late, cold drive home in November, which is why groups book a chauffeur instead of picking a designated driver.
Your Nov. 7 timeline from Chicago
South Bend is on Eastern Time, one hour ahead of Chicago. Here is a typical night-game day for a group starting in Chicago.
| Chicago time | Eastern time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | First pickup; more stops across the suburbs if needed |
| 1:00 to 1:30 p.m. | 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. | Arrive in South Bend; your chauffeur parks the Sprinter in the assigned lot |
| 1:30 to 5:00 p.m. | 2:30 to 6:00 p.m. | Tailgate at the van; campus walk, the Grotto, the bookstore |
| 5:00 p.m. | 6:00 p.m. | Gates open |
| 6:30 p.m. | 7:30 p.m. | Kickoff |
| About 10:00 p.m. | About 11:00 p.m. | Final whistle; walk to the agreed meeting point |
| 10:45 to 11:30 p.m. | 11:45 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. | Leave South Bend as the lots clear |
| About 1:00 a.m. | About 2:00 a.m. | Home in Chicago |
Want the game but not the tailgate? Leave around 2 p.m. Chicago time and arrive as the gates open. Either way, plan the day on an all-day charter; see the full guide to Notre Dame game day Sprinter charters.
Get your Nov. 7 plan in writing
We set pickup times by address, confirm the parking lot and agree the post-game meeting spot before Saturday.
Request a Sprinter quote | Call 24/7: (866) 811-0999 | Text: 708-980-6881
Choosing your Sprinter for Miami
| Group | Vehicle | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 8 | Jet Executive Sprinter | Lounge seats and the most legroom for a long day |
| 9 to 11 | Sprinter limo (11) | Facing seats for the group, room for coolers |
| 12 to 14 | Sprinter limo or Executive Shuttle Sprinter (14) | Every seat used; pack light |
| 15 or more | Two Sprinters | A convoy with one dispatch plan |
See Sprinter limo service and the fleet for layouts. A couple or a family of four is better in a luxury SUV.
Tailgate and stadium tips for a night game
- Dress for the cold: November nights in South Bend often drop near freezing. Bring layers for the stands, and leave a warm coat in the Sprinter for the walk back after the game.
- Clear bags only: Notre Dame Stadium has a clear-bag policy; everything else stays locked in the van.
- No alcohol inside: alcohol isn’t sold or allowed in the stadium. Follow the lot rules at the tailgate.
- Parking: Sprinters go in Notre Dame’s paid bus and RV lots. Dispatch confirms the lot ahead of time and lists the fee on your quote.
- One meeting point: we text your group leader the post-game spot before kickoff, so nobody hunts for the van in the dark.
- Charge your phone: your chauffeur’s number comes the day before; keep it handy.
Flying in for the game
Fans flying into Chicago for the Miami game can meet the Sprinter at O’Hare or Midway. We track every flight and pick the group up before heading east, then take you back to a Chicago hotel or the airport after the game. See O’Hare airport transportation. Staying for the weekend? Keep the same Sprinter from Friday to Sunday on a multi-day charter.
If you can’t make Nov. 7: the last two home games
| Game | Date | Kickoff | Leave Chicago around |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston College | Sat., Nov. 14 | 3:30 p.m. ET / 2:30 p.m. Chicago | 7:30 a.m. for a full tailgate |
| SMU | Sat., Nov. 21 | 7:30 p.m. ET / 6:30 p.m. Chicago | 11:00 a.m. for a full tailgate |
Both are booked the same way: an all-day Sprinter charter with one chauffeur. Read the game day Sprinter charter guide or see Notre Dame limo service.
How pricing works
Sprinter rentals are billed by the hour, with a 3-hour minimum on local bookings. A 20% gratuity is added to the hourly total, and taxes and tolls are included. Game-day parking is listed on the quote. A night game runs about 14 to 15 hours door to door, so the total depends on the vehicle, the hours and the number of pickup stops. Get one written price on the quote page or call (866) 811-0999.
Book the right vehicle for November
Sprinters move most Notre Dame groups, and Royal runs three layouts, all Mercedes-Benz and all chauffeur-driven. For smaller groups, a premium SUV or the S-Class does the same all-day job.
| Your group | Book this | Why | Service page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 14 | Sprinter limo (11 or 14) or Executive Shuttle Sprinter (14) | Everyone together; the van is your base in the lot | Mercedes Sprinter van rental |
| Up to 8 | Jet Executive Sprinter | Lounge seats and the most legroom for a 13 to 15 hour day | Chicago luxury Sprinter limo service |
| 15 to 56 | Two to four Sprinters on one plan | Royal doesn’t run buses; a Sprinter convoy leaves, parks and returns together | sporting event limo service |
| 2 to 6 | Premium SUV: Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, GMC Yukon or Chevrolet Suburban | A quieter, faster all-day charter for couples, executives and families | luxury SUV rental |
| 1 to 3 | Mercedes S-Class 2027 | Executive sedan for one or two | S-Class limousine rental |
Escalade + Sprinter: hosts often ride in a chauffeured Escalade while guests take the Sprinter, so the host can leave early or stay late without breaking up the group. Both run on one dispatch plan. See all vehicles on the fleet page and the full Notre Dame game day Sprinter charter guide.
What to send dispatch to book a November game
- Which game: Miami (Nov. 7), Boston College (Nov. 14) or SMU (Nov. 21)
- Number of passengers, including kids
- The vehicle you want, or ask us to match one
- Every pickup address, or flight numbers for airport pickups
- Tailgate yes or no, and how much gear
- Any stops on the way home
- Final drop-off addresses
We send a written timeline and one price, then the chauffeur’s name and number the day before. Request it on the quote page or call (866) 811-0999, 24/7.
Why groups book Royal for Notre Dame
- Owner-run: Royal’s founder is a chauffeur himself and personally vets every driver.
- Background-checked, licensed chauffeurs who know the drive to South Bend and the game-day lots.
- 24/7 live dispatch staffed by real people.
- A 5.0-star rating across more than 1,200 reviews and multiple industry awards.
- One company for the whole group: Sprinters, premium Escalade SUVs and the S-Class 2027.
- Book it all at once: see Notre Dame limo service and hourly limo service.
Quick facts
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Game | Notre Dame vs. Miami |
| Date and kickoff | Saturday, Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m. ET (6:30 p.m. Chicago) |
| TV | NBC and Peacock |
| Gates | Open 90 minutes before kickoff |
| Drive from Chicago | About 95 miles; about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours each way |
| Recommended booking | All-day Sprinter charter with a chauffeur |
| Typical day | About 14 to 15 hours door to door |
| Sprinters | Up to 8, 11 or 14 passengers; two Sprinters for 15+ |
| Book | royallimoservices.co/request-quote or (866) 811-0999, 24/7 |
Frequently asked questions
What time is the Notre Dame vs. Miami game?
Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. Eastern on Saturday, Nov. 7, which is 6:30 p.m. Chicago time. The game is on NBC and Peacock.
What time should we leave Chicago?
For a full tailgate, around 11 a.m. Chicago time. If you only want the game, leave around 2 p.m. Chicago time to arrive as the gates open.
What time will we get home?
Usually around 1 a.m. Chicago time, depending on how fast the lots clear and the number of drop-off stops.
Is South Bend on a different time zone?
Yes. South Bend is on Eastern Time, one hour ahead of Chicago.
How many people fit in your Sprinters?
Up to 8 in the Jet Executive Sprinter, and 11 or 14 in the Sprinter limo layouts. Groups of 15 or more book two Sprinters.
Does the chauffeur wait during the game?
Yes. On an all-day charter your chauffeur stays with the Sprinter and meets your group at the agreed spot after the game.
Where does the Sprinter park?
In one of Notre Dame’s paid bus and RV lots. Dispatch confirms the lot ahead of time and the fee is on your quote.
Can we tailgate at the Sprinter?
Yes. Your group can tailgate at the van in the lot, following the lot rules. Alcohol isn’t allowed inside the stadium.
How much does a Sprinter to the Miami game cost?
It’s billed by the hour: the total depends on the vehicle, the hours door to door and the pickup stops. A 20% gratuity is added and taxes and tolls are included. Request a quote for one written price.
Can you pick us up at O’Hare or Midway?
Yes. We track the flights and pick up the group at the airport before driving to South Bend.
Do you have Sprinters for Boston College and SMU too?
Yes. Boston College is Sat., Nov. 14, at 3:30 p.m. ET and SMU is Sat., Nov. 21, at 7:30 p.m. ET. Both book the same way.
How soon should we book?
Now. Night-game Saturdays against big opponents are the first dates our Sprinters sell out.
About the Royal Limo Services dispatch team
This guide was written by the Royal Limo Services dispatch team, which plans Chicago-to-South Bend game days every season. Royal Limo Services is a Chicago limo and chauffeur company based at 5600 North River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018, minutes from O’Hare, with 24/7 live dispatch staffed by real people. Our founder is a chauffeur himself, personally vets every driver and still oversees service day to day. Every chauffeur is hand-picked, background-checked and licensed, and the company holds a 5.0-star rating across more than 1,200 reviews. Royal also runs blackcarservices.co, its black car division for airport and point-to-point rides, under the same management and standards. Reservations: (866) 811-0999.
Lock in your Sprinter for Nov. 7 before it’s gone
The Miami night game sells out our Sprinters first, then Nov. 14 and Nov. 21. Send the game, group size and pickup address and we’ll confirm your all-day Sprinter charter in writing.
Request a Sprinter quote | Call 24/7: (866) 811-0999 | Text: 708-980-6881
