NJ Transit Tickets to World Cup at MetLife Could Cost $100+

Prices for round-trip tickets from NYC to stadium reportedly much higher than normal.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 3:21am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a crowded train platform, with sharp geometric shapes and planes of dark blue, gray, and steel colors representing the chaotic energy of public transit.The high cost of transportation to the World Cup matches could price out many fans and impact the overall atmosphere at MetLife Stadium.NYC Today

According to a report in The New York Times, the cost of a round-trip New Jersey Transit ticket from New York Penn Station to MetLife Stadium during the 2026 World Cup games will be around $100, significantly higher than the normal price. However, NJ Transit has stated that the ticket prices for match day travel have not been finalized.

Why it matters

The high cost of transportation to the World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium could price out many fans and impact overall attendance and atmosphere at the games. NJ Transit is a critical public transit option for getting fans to and from the stadium, so the pricing will be a key factor in accessibility.

The details

The New York Times report indicates that the round-trip ticket price from New York Penn Station to MetLife Stadium during the World Cup will be around $100, much higher than the typical fare. However, NJ Transit has said the prices have not been finalized and that the overall cost to the agency for the eight matches is approximately $48 million.

  • The 2026 World Cup games at MetLife Stadium are scheduled to take place in June and July 2026.

The players

NJ Transit

The public transportation system serving New Jersey, which will be a critical provider of transportation to the World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium.

The New York Times

The newspaper that reported the $100+ price for round-trip NJ Transit tickets to the World Cup games.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill

The governor of New Jersey, who has stated that the cost of the eight World Cup matches will not be borne by regular NJ Transit commuters.

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What they’re saying

“The ticket prices for match day travel have not been finalized.”

— NJ Transit, Spokesperson

“As [Gov. Mikie Sherrill] has clearly stated, the cost for the eight matches will not be borne by our regular commuters. We can confirm that the overall cost to the agency is approximately $48 million for the eight matches.”

— NJ Transit, Spokesperson

What’s next

NJ Transit is expected to finalize and announce the ticket prices for World Cup match day travel in the coming months as the 2026 tournament approaches.

The takeaway

The high cost of transportation to the World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium could be a significant barrier for many fans, potentially impacting overall attendance and atmosphere at the games. NJ Transit will need to balance covering its costs while also ensuring the matches are accessible to the broader public.