US Transport Guide for World Cup 2026: How to Get Around Every Host City

Last updated: Jun 22, 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026 brings 78 matches to 11 US host cities between June 11 and July 19. Here’s your complete transport guide covering public transit, parking, intercity travel, and matchday tips for every stadium.

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Public Transit to Every US World Cup Stadium

The good news: most FIFA 2026 USA host cities have usable public transit connecting downtown areas to their stadiums. The bad news: costs vary wildly, and some routes have been hit with steep World Cup surcharges.

Best-Connected Stadiums

Philadelphia‘s Lincoln Financial Field is the easiest to reach — SEPTA’s Broad Street Line drops you directly at the stadium complex for just $2.90, with free post-match rides home on matchdays (sponsored by Airbnb, running for two hours after each match ends).

Atlanta‘s Mercedes-Benz Stadium sits right downtown. MARTA‘s Blue or Green line to Vine City Station gets you there for a $5 round trip.

Seattle‘s Lumen Field is served by Sound Transit‘s Link Light Rail. A special ORCA 3-Day World Cup Pass costs $18 and covers unlimited rides across the entire regional network.

City-by-City Transit Costs

City	Stadium	Transit Option	Round-Trip Cost
New York/NJ	MetLife Stadium	NJ Transit train	$98
Los Angeles	SoFi Stadium	LA Metro	$3.50
Miami	Hard Rock Stadium	Brightline + shuttle	~$20
Dallas	AT&T Stadium	TRE + free shuttle	$6
Houston	NRG Stadium	METRORail Red Line	$2.50
Atlanta	Mercedes-Benz Stadium	MARTA rail	$5
Seattle	Lumen Field	Link Light Rail	$7–$12
San Francisco	Levi’s Stadium	BART + VTA Light Rail	$15–$25
Boston	Gillette Stadium	MBTA matchday train	$80
Philadelphia	Lincoln Financial Field	SEPTA Broad Street Line	$2.90
Kansas City	Arrowhead Stadium	Stadium shuttle	$15

Parking at World Cup Stadiums

All stadium parking must be pre-purchased through JustPark, FIFA’s official parking partner. No on-site payments are accepted, and your JustPark email must match your FIFA ticketing account.

What Parking Costs

Parking prices range from $75 for group-stage matches at AT&T Stadium to over $250 at MetLife and SoFi for knockout rounds. At MetLife Stadium — which hosts the July 19 final — there is zero on-site spectator parking, so driving is simply not an option.

AT&T Stadium (Dallas): $75–$175 depending on round
NRG Stadium (Houston): $99–$125
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta): ~$99
Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia): $115–$125
Lumen Field (Seattle) / Levi’s Stadium (Bay Area): $125+
Gillette Stadium (Boston): ~$175
Hard Rock Stadium (Miami): $175–$250
SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles): $250–$300

Only one parking pass per customer per match is allowed. Rideshare drop-offs at most stadiums are in restricted zones, often a 20–30 minute walk from the gates. Direct stadium drop-offs are prohibited on matchdays.

Traveling Between US Host Cities

If you’re following your team across multiple World Cup cities, here’s how to move between them.

By Train

Amtrak connects several host cities directly. The Northeast Corridor is the standout — Boston, New York, and Philadelphia are linked by frequent Acela and Regional trains, with New York to Philadelphia taking under 90 minutes.

Other useful rail routes include the Amtrak Cascades (Seattle to Vancouver, ~4 hours) and the Coast Starlight (Los Angeles to San Jose/Levi’s Stadium — note this is a once-daily train that takes 10+ hours and is frequently delayed). Amtrak is expecting record demand and recommends booking early.

By Air

For cities not connected by rail — Houston to Seattle, Miami to Dallas, or Kansas City to Boston — flying is your best option. Search for flights to New York, flights to Los Angeles, flights to Miami, or any other host city on Wego to compare fares across airlines.

By Car

Road trips work well for nearby city pairs: Dallas–Houston (3.5–4 hours), Boston–New York–Philadelphia (a natural corridor), and the San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles (5–6 hours). Factor in hotel costs near stadiums when calculating your budget.

Matchday Transport Tips

Getting to your match on time requires planning — and some of these rules may surprise you.

Arrive Early and Pre-Load Transit Cards

Plan to arrive at the stadium area 3–4 hours before kickoff. Security screening, transit queues, and walking distances from transit stops all eat into your buffer.
Pre-load digital transit cards before matchday: TAP card for LA Metro, Breeze card for Atlanta’s MARTA, ORCA card for Seattle, and SEPTA Key for Philadelphia.
In New York, NJ Transit tickets are capped at 40,000 per match and must be pre-purchased via the NJ Transit app. A physical wristband is required for the return journey.

Know the Restrictions

Walking to MetLife Stadium is banned — pedestrian traffic is prohibited on surrounding roadways.
Rideshare pick-up/drop-off zones are not at the stadium gate. Expect a 20–30 minute walk at venues like SoFi and AT&T Stadium.
Surge pricing on Uber and Lyft will be significant post-match. Public transit or pre-booked shuttles are the cheaper and more reliable option.

For a broader look at planning your trip — including tickets, visas, and FIFA Fan Festival details — check out our complete FIFA World Cup 2026 travel plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to get to a World Cup stadium in the USA?

Philadelphia’s SEPTA offers the cheapest matchday transit at $2.90. LA Metro is also affordable at $3.50 round trip. Dallas and Atlanta are under $6 each way.

Can I drive and park at MetLife Stadium for the World Cup final?

No. MetLife Stadium has zero on-site spectator parking for World Cup matches. NJ Transit train is the primary transport option, with tickets capped at 40,000 per match and costing $98 round trip.

Can I use Uber or Lyft to get to World Cup stadiums?

Rideshare services operate near most stadiums, but drop-off and pick-up zones are in restricted areas — often a 20–30 minute walk from the gates. Direct stadium drop-offs are prohibited on matchdays. Expect heavy surge pricing after matches.

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