World Cup trains: Fans feel 'gouged' as £111 World Cup train tickets announced

Key Points:

• Train fares to World Cup games at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey have been sharply increased to $150 for a 30-minute journey, over 11 times the usual fare, with no concessions for children or seniors, sparking fan outrage over perceived "gouging."
• Shuttle bus tickets are priced at $80, and both train and bus tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable, while parking costs at the stadium are also high, with spots costing up to $225.
• The Football Supporters' Association criticized the pricing as "astronomical" and disappointing, noting that previous World Cups in Russia and Qatar offered free transport, and that the U.S. had committed to similar perks in its host agreement with FIFA.
• New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill condemned FIFA for not funding transportation and refused to burden local commuters, while FIFA stated that travel should be offered "at cost," though current prices exceed typical costs in some host cities.
• Fans are also concerned about escalating costs for tickets, food, and other expenses, with some independently organizing cheaper transport options, highlighting broader frustrations with tournament organization and affordability.