“That’s four times the $20 riders are normally charged for a round-trip ticket during game days and other special events.”

“Other World Cup host cities, including Los Angeles and Philadelphia, have pledged to keep their transit fares unchanged, noting that the US government has provided some $100m in transit grants to host cities to provide enhanced bus and rail service.”

“Kansas City is running shuttles from locations around the city to Arrowhead Stadium that cost just $15 roundtrip.”

“It is also offering a free bus from the airport to downtown.”

“Houston, which is hosting seven World Cup matches, said it has added buses and train cars to serve fans, but intends to keep fares at current levels: $1.25 for buses and light rail trains, and park-and-ride options ranging from $2 to $4.50.”

“New Jersey’s governor, a Democrat who took office in January, said her administration inherited an agreement where FIFA, international soccer’s governing body, contributed “$0 for transportation” while leaving the state’s perpetually cash-strapped transit agency “stuck with a $48m bill”.”

“FIFA has bristled at the suggestion, noting that the agreements signed with World Cup host cities back in 2018 called for free transport for fans to all matches.”

“It also argued that no other major event held at MetLife has been required to pay for fan transport.”

“The surge in pricing was first reported by sports outlet The Athletic.”

“A limited number of parking spots at the nearby American Dream Mall are being sold in advance, currently priced at $225.”