ALBANY – [Photo: Susan Watts/ Office of Governor]
Significant upgrades to the Official NYNJ Stadium Shuttle bus service for fans traveling to and from World Cup matches were announced on May 13 by Governor Kathy Hochul and the FIFA World Cup 2026™ NYNJ Host Committee.
Made possible through support from New York State and sponsors, the cost of shuttle bus tickets to and from matches will be reduced from the initial $80 round-trip price to $20. To ensure that New Yorkers have priority access to this enhanced bus service, 20 percent of bus tickets for each match will be reserved exclusively for New York State residents. The remaining tickets will be available for all match-going fans, including New Yorkers.
“Hosting the World Cup is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for New Yorkers, and we are making this world class event as affordable and accessible as possible”, Governor Hochul said.“Cheaper shuttle bus service is a no-brainer — saving fans money and making it easier to get to matches, especially for New Yorkers who have access to exclusive tickets at this new, lower price. This is your World Cup, and from Buffalo to Brooklyn, New Yorkers should be able to enjoy every moment of it.”
“Creating a World Cup experience that is accessible for both fans visiting our region and the people who call New York and New Jersey home is a core priority for us”, FIFA World Cup 2026™ NYNJ Host Committee CEO Alex Lasry said.
In anticipation of increased ticket demand at this lower price point and to encourage riding mass transit to and from matches, bus capacity has been expanded from the initial 10,000 seats to 18,000 seats for five matches and 12,000 for three matches.
Fans who previously purchased Official NYNJ Stadium Shuttle tickets for applicable matches will automatically receive a $60 refund.
