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World Cup fans furious as New Jersey Transit hikes fares over 100 dollars
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Tickets from Manhattan to MetLife could cost more than $100
Football fans are raging after reports that US transport authorities are jacking up prices just for the World Cup. New Jersey Transit is reportedly set to charge more than $100 for tickets from Penn Station in Manhattan to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey during the tournament. Fans call it a disgrace, arguing tournament travel should not mean price gouging.
- Fans are outraged over World Cup related transit fare hikes
- New Jersey Transit reportedly plans charges above $100 per ticket
- Route includes Penn Station in Manhattan to MetLife Stadium
- Critics say the tournament is being used for price gouging
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