NJ TRANSIT REDUCES TICKET PRICE TO $98 FOR FIFA WORLD CUP MATCHES
Advertisers, including DoorDash, Audible, FanDuel, DraftKings, PSE&G, South Jersey Industries and New Jersey American Water Offset Ticket Costs by 35%
May 13, 2026
NEWARK, NJ – Under Governor Sherrill’s leadership, and at her direction, NJ TRANSIT has further reduced the ticket price for round-trip transportation to and from the eight FIFA World Cup matches at NY/NJ Stadium to under $100, without using New Jersey taxpayer dollars. The new $98 roundtrip fare is made possible through additional advertising revenue, which allowed the agency to offset ticket prices. Beginning today, customers will be able to purchase the dedicated FIFA World Cup tickets exclusively on NJ TRANSIT’s new mobile app. Customers who already have the app may need to update to the new version for access to the World Cup tickets.
“In one month, millions from around the world will gather in our region for one of the largest sporting events in history – and New Jersey is ready to welcome them. I have been clear: hosting the World Cup cannot come at the expense of New Jersey taxpayers. Since FIFA still will not cover the cost of transporting its fans despite making $13 billion from the World Cup, we are finding a solution that protects our residents,” said Governor Sherrill. “Thanks to strong partnerships with private sponsors, we’re driving down the cost of transit and delivering a plan that supports this historic moment without placing any additional burden on NJ TRANSIT riders or New Jersey families.”
“Governor Sherrill has made it clear that providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation for FIFA World Cup fans is a top priority,” said NJDOT Commissioner and NJ TRANSIT Chair Priya Jain. “We were able to reduce costs while protecting NJ TRANSIT’s daily customers and commuters from bearing the financial burden. NJ TRANSIT looks forward to delivering a quality travel experience for the hundreds of thousands of fans traveling to and from all eight FIFA World Cup matches.”
“We’re pleased that our corporate partners have recognized the value of aligning their brands with this historic event and the millions of customers and fans we expect to serve this summer,” said NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kris Kolluri. “What’s been equally meaningful is their commitment as true community partners – stepping up not only to elevate their visibility, but to help offset the cost of transit for riders and make these experiences more accessible for everyone”
Ticket Details:
Tickets will need to be purchased in advance, and can only be purchased on NJ TRANSIT’s new mobile app. They will not be available for purchase at station ticket offices or ticket vending machines. Tickets will be limited to 40,000 for each matchday.
Tickets will be checked prior to boarding, and attendees should arrive at the designated boarding location during the time period found on their NJ TRANSIT ticket.
Fans living or staying in New York City, including all five boroughs, must use Penn Station New York for rail travel to the Stadium on matchdays.
Fans traveling from New Jersey rail stations will purchase mobile tickets for specific time periods to board trains to the Stadium. Tickets checks will occur prior to boarding Stadium-bound service. Fans transferring at Secaucus Junction will be directed to board connecting service to the Stadium.
For additional information, visit www.njtworldcup.com
About NJ TRANSIT
NJ TRANSIT is the nation's largest statewide public transportation system providing more than 925,000 weekday trips on 264 bus routes, three light rail lines, 12 commuter rail lines and through Access Link paratransit service. It is the third largest transit system in the country with 165 rail stations, 62 light rail stations and more than 19,000 bus stops linking major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia.