Ticket Resale Fees Compared — Ticketmaster vs StubHub vs SeatGeek
Seller fees on the four major ticket resale platforms range from 10% to 15%. Here's how they stack up on a $200 listing — plus a calculator link for each.
| Platform | Seller fee | Net on $200 | Payout |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ticketmaster Resale | 15% | $170.00 | 5–7 business days after the event. |
| StubHub | 15% | $170.00 | 5–8 business days after the event. |
| SeatGeek | 10% | $180.00 | 5–7 business days after the event. |
Platform-by-platform breakdown
Ticketmaster Resale — 15% seller fee
- Seller-side
- Seller service fee deducted from listing price.
- Buyer-side
- Order processing + facility fees (10–25% on top).
- Best for
- Reaching the original buyer audience for in-demand events.
StubHub — 15% seller fee
- Seller-side
- Seller service fee on listing price.
- Buyer-side
- Buyer premium typically 10–20%.
- Best for
- Largest secondary marketplace by traffic — fast sell-through.
SeatGeek — 10% seller fee
- Seller-side
- Lowest seller fee of the major platforms.
- Buyer-side
- Buyer fee varies by event (~10%).
- Best for
- Maximizing payout on tickets that don't need urgent sale.
FAQ
Which ticket resale site has the lowest seller fees?
SeatGeek charges sellers 10% — the lowest of the three major resale platforms. Ticketmaster Resale and StubHub each charge 15%. On a $200 listing, you'd net $180 on SeatGeek vs $170 on Ticketmaster or StubHub.
Why are Ticketmaster's resale fees higher than StubHub's?
They aren't — both charge sellers 15%. The difference is on the buyer side: Ticketmaster's buyer fees (order processing + facility) often exceed StubHub's, which is why the all-in price for buyers can look higher on Ticketmaster.
Where will my ticket sell fastest?
StubHub has the largest secondary-market traffic in the US, so high-demand tickets typically sell fastest there. Ticketmaster Resale benefits from being on the original ticket page — buyers searching the event see your listing alongside primary sales.
Do all platforms charge the same on every event?
No. Some artists and venues set restricted resale rules on Ticketmaster, capping the resale price or limiting transfers. SeatGeek and StubHub don't have these artist restrictions but won't have the captive search audience for that specific event.
When do ticket resale platforms pay sellers?
All four major platforms hold payment until 5–10 business days after the event takes place. This protects buyers from fraudulent listings (sellers selling tickets they can't deliver). Payouts arrive via direct deposit, PayPal, or check.