NJ Transit CEO explains World Cup fare hike as NJ Gov again implores FIFA to pay for $150 train tickets
NJ Transit hiked roundtrip train fares from to $150 for FIFA World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium, up from $12.90, as parking is barred at the venue.
TL;DR
- NJ Transit is increasing roundtrip train fares to $150 for eight FIFA World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium.
- The previous fare was $12.90, and shuttle services are also available for $80.
- NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri stated that commuters will not subsidize the event, which is projected to cost the transit agency $48 million.
- Governor Mikie Sherrill is urging FIFA to pay for fan transportation, highlighting that FIFA contributed no funds to fan transport in the agreement.
- FIFA's World Cup COO, Heimo Schirgi, criticized the fare hikes, warning of a "chilling effect" on the event and diminishing economic benefits.
- Parking at MetLife Stadium is barred, and rideshare options will be limited, increasing reliance on NJ Transit.
- New York Penn Station will have restricted access for non-matchgoers on game days.