NJ Transit CEO Defends World Cup Fare Hike Amidst Calls for FIFA to Cover Costs
NJ Transit has announced a significant fare increase for train tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The round-trip fare from New York Penn Station to the stadium will rise from the usual $12.90 to $150. This decision, defended by NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri, is intended to cover the $48 million cost of transporting fans to the games. Kolluri emphasized that New Jersey commuters should not bear the financial burden of the event, which is expected to draw 40,000 attendees per match. The fare hike has sparked controversy, with New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill urging FIFA to cover the transportation costs, arguing that the agreement inherited by her administration did not allocate any funds from FIFA for this purpose. 
