A $46,000 Journey Could Rise to $360,000 on the New York Subway During the World Cup
Currently, the train journey between New York's Penn Station and the Meadowlands complex costs around $12.90 round trip, which is...
TL;DR
- NJ Transit is considering special fares for World Cup 2026 matches, potentially raising round-trip costs from $12.90 to over $100.
- This proposed fare increase is an estimated 700% hike.
- The increased fares are intended to cover the estimated $48 million in operating costs for the event.
- New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill supports protecting regular commuters from event costs and wants system capacity expanded.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul called the potential $100+ fare 'excessive' and stressed the World Cup should be accessible.
- New York City's mayor's office is proposing a pilot program for free World Cup buses, costing around $100 million.
- The Metropolitan Transportation Authority opposes the free bus proposal.
- The MetLife Stadium will host eight matches, many on weekdays, increasing transportation system strain.