CBS remains one of America’s favorite TV networks for broadcasting some of the most-watched shows, excellent sports coverage, sensational news stories, and more. You can enjoy all your favorite content from CBS on AT&T through DIRECTV.
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The CBS channel number on AT&T varies by location and your chosen TV package.
Old customers who are still using AT&T U-Verse may refer to the U-Verse channel lineup to explore channel numbers and check the availability of CBS on their selected TV plan.
According to the DIRECTV Channel Lineup, the channel number for CBS Sports Network is 221 for all locations across the country. However, it’s important to note that this info applies to customers with Genie/Gemini devices (effective 4/22/2025).
On the other hand, the CBS channel number varies from area to area. Here’s a list of channel numbers for CBS on AT&T by city/state:
| City/State | CBS on DIRECTV Channel Number |
|---|---|
| Austin, TX | 42 |
| Bakersfield, CA | 29 |
| Cleveland, OH | 19 |
| Denver, CO | 4 |
| Jacksonville, FL | 47 |
| Las Vegas, NV | 8 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 58 |
| New York, NY | 2 |
| Portland, OR | 6 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 2 |
| Tucson, AZ | 13 |
| Washington, DC | 9 |
In case you did not find the CBS channel number for your city/state on our list, you can get it from the DIRECTV channel guide by providing your zip code. This online tool will fetch you the correct channel number for your exact location.
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The best part is that CBS is included with all DIRECTV plans at no extra cost. You can watch all your favorite shows via satellite TV and streaming device/app with any of the following plans:
P.S. The CBS Sports Network is included with the ULTIMATE and PREMIER plans only.
Sports fans are encouraged to subscribe to the DIRECTV Sports Pack, which includes access to popular sports channels, including MLB, NHL, ACC, and CBS Sports Network.
CBS airs a wide range of in-demand TV series, news programs, and live content, so there’s something for everyone and for different occasions. Here are a handful of shows that are a must-watch:
AT&T customers subscribed to the ULTIMATE or PREMIER DIRECTV plan can watch CBS Sports on channel number 221.
You could be experiencing difficulty in finding CBS because channel numbers vary by location. The network has to collaborate with multiple local affiliate stations to reach viewers in different areas, which leads to varying channel numbers. You can find the CBS channel number for your specific region by using the DIRECTV channel guide .
AT&T U-Verse subscribers can check out the U-Verse channel lineup,, and DIRECTV subscribers can refer to the channel guide on the DIRECTV website. You can also contact AT&T customer service to assist you with the matter.