NJ Transit commute to World Cup hits the mark with fans
NJ Transit tickets to the stadium cost $98, and the agency was operating at about half capacity.
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The first test of NJ Transit’s controversial World Cup rail service plan hit the mark for local fans, as well as those from around the country and the world.
Fans arrived at Secaucus Junction with clear directions to the track leading to New York New Jersey Stadium, wearing wristbands and ambassadors assisting along the way.
“Literally, it was amazing,” one fan said. “I was so stressed, but no — we’re good.”
Although the match ended in a draw, NJ Transit is seemingly enjoying a win.
“We did not have a single problem moving all our people to the stadium, which is exactly what I wanted,” NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri told News 12.
NJ Transit tickets to the stadium cost $98, and the agency was operating at about half capacity.
Still, some fans said they preferred taking shuttle buses to the stadium from New York or opting for an Uber — though that route may involve serious gridlock on Route 3.
“I didn’t think it was complicated at all,” another fan said. “I didn’t want to deal with driving in and trying to park at American Dream for $250.”
