New Jersey announces $150 transit tickets to reach the World Cup

To accommodate the 2026 World Cup matches held at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey officials announced a significant increase in transit fares. The special World Cup transit tickets, facilitating travel between New York and the stadium in New Jersey, will cost $150 per ticket. This price hike is specifically for transportation to and from the World Cup games. The increased fare aims to manage the anticipated high demand for transportation during the international sporting event. The announcement clarifies the cost for individuals planning to utilize public transit to attend the World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium.