World Cup 2026 prices: New York's £111 train fares will have 'chilling effect', says Fifa
BBC • • general
Key Points:
- New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill criticized FIFA for the high $150 train fare from New York to MetLife Stadium for the 2026 World Cup, calling on FIFA to subsidize public transport costs for fans.
- The $150 fare applies to all passengers, including children and seniors, with shuttle bus tickets priced at $80, and no concession discounts available.
- FIFA official Heimo Schirgi warned that the elevated train fares could deter fans from using public transit, leading to increased congestion and delays around the stadium.
- FIFA aims to minimize traffic congestion and enhance the fan experience by encouraging public transportation, but inflated fares may push fans toward private vehicles, harming the event’s economic benefits.
- Schirgi emphasized that the negative effects of high fares could reduce the lasting positive legacy the World Cup is expected to bring to the region.
