NJ Transit World Cup fares could exceed $100 this summer

NJ Transit World Cup fares could exceed $100 this summer. The proposed fare applies to the Penn Station-MetLife Stadium route. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

NJ Transit World Cup fares on the MetLife route

On Tuesday, The Athletic reported on the pricing change. It would affect service to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Also, the stadium is one of the venues selected for the international tournament.

The report added:

“The 18-mile rail journey, which includes a stop at Secaucus station, ordinarily costs $12.90 for a return ticket — the same pricing for the FIFA Club World Cup final last summer. The new special event pricing, however, is due to come into effect for the World Cup and is currently due to be over $100. While NJ Transit ordinarily offers concessionary prices for seniors, children and disabled passengers, the World Cup pricing will be one blanket price for all categories. A final decision on the price is expected to be made in the next few days.”

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A final decision on the fare is expected in the next few days. Still, an NJ Transit spokesperson told The Athletic that prices had not been finalized.

Penn Station to MetLife Stadium train pricing

This year’s World Cup will be hosted by the U.S., Mexico and Canada. It is shaping up to be extraordinarily expensive for soccer fans. In addition, hotel rates have more than tripled in specific host cities across the continent.

FIFA World Cup transportation costs

Meanwhile, some international fans face bond payments of at least $5,000 per person. They are traveling to the U.S. The requirement comes under President Donald Trump’s new visa policy.

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