A major US city is warning commuters about large crowds during certain summer events
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If the daily commute this summer is already causing panic, officials in the metropolitan area have a stark warning for people in 2026: Stay home.
Especially on certain days.
Leaders in New York and New Jersey are warning commuters of heavy traffic during the World Cup games in June and July. NJ Transit says only 40,000 round-trip tickets from Penn Station in Midtown Manhattan to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, will be sold per game, greatly reducing capacity.
Cost may also be a concern. NJ Transit is slated to charge $150 for a round-trip train ride between Penn Station and the Meadowlands during the games — instead of the regular fare of $12.90, which is a temporary high.
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“If you’re not coming to some of the events, please, if possible, work from home because the city is going to be incredibly crowded and so is New Jersey,” said Kathryn Garcia, executive director of the Port Authority, at a recent news conference.
“I would also encourage anyone to take a rideshare.
At Penn Station, a hub for commuters from Long Island, New York City and New Jersey, commuters are expected to experience heavy traffic during the World Cup this summer. (Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)
“We will do more to communicate with people coming to our airport to make sure they know about illegal taxis, but also those in the city. We encourage you to use public transportation if you can,” added Garcia.
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The advice comes as transportation officials are concerned about crowds as MetLife Stadium hosts multiple games, including the finals.
“Going back and forth is going to be tough,” Garcia said.
Transport officials are preparing for an unprecedented number of passengers during this summer’s World Cup. (Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Near Penn Station, a key hub for travelers from Long Island, New York City and New Jersey, congestion is expected to be worst.
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The NJ Transit portion of Penn Station will close for passengers with World Cup tickets four hours before each game and three hours after.
The World Cup matches on June 22 and June 30 will coincide with peak passenger times, which has further increased the traffic as crowds of people fill up. (Omar Vega/FIFA/Getty Images)
The same on June 22 and June 30 will equate to rush hour and is expected to complicate the schedule.
For all those who are curious and want to plan ahead, here is the complete list of games that will be held at MetLife Stadium.
June 13: Brazil vs. Morocco (6pm ET)
June 16: France vs. Senegal (3pm ET)
June 22: Norway vs. Senegal (8pm ET)
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June 25: Ecuador vs. Germany (4pm ET)
June 27: Panama vs. England (5pm ET)
June 30: Round of 32 (5 pm ET)
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July 5: Round of 16 (4 pm ET)
July 19: FIFA World Cup Final (3pm ET)
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“To reduce congestion and ensure safety, there will be no spectator parking in the stadium area on game days,” according to the NJ Transit website.
“Access to the stadium will be limited to … official transportation options, and no private or charter bus operators will provide game day service. Fans are strongly encouraged to plan ahead, purchase transportation in advance and follow official guidance.”
