World Cup 2026 Fan Guide: Guadalajara to Houston

Inter-city logistics and stadium guide for traveling supporters

⚠️ International Border Crossing Required

Your transit path goes from Mexico to USA. Ensure your international credentials, match tickets, and appropriate border documentation (e.g., US Visa, Canada eTA, or Mexico FMM) are secured prior to departure.

🚀 MATCHDAY UBER/LYFT SURVIVAL HACK (DESTINATION)

How to beat the Surge Pricing at NRG Stadium (Houston):

Do not join the massive queue at the Yellow Lot. Take the METRORail Red Line just 2 stops away to either Fannin South or the TMC station area first. Booking your Uber from outside the NRG park zone completely bypasses stadium surge fees.

Official Gate Drop-off Area: Gate 2 on the Yellow Lot is the designated rideshare pickup and drop-off loop.
📍 Step 1: Departing Guadalajara

Estadio Akron

FIFA Name: Estadio Guadalajara


Hub Airports: GDL

Transit Option: Take Mi Macro Periférico BRT bus system directly to the Estadio Chivas station.

Fan Hubs: Downtown Guadalajara around Plaza de la Liberación and the Cathedral.

🏁 Step 2: Arriving in Houston

NRG Stadium

FIFA Name: Houston Stadium


Parking Intel: Pre-book parking online; utilizing METRORail park-and-ride lots is highly recommended to avoid highway traffic.

Bag Restriction: Clear bags only (max 12x6x12 inches). Backpacks banned.

Expedition Quick Stats

Metric Guadalajara Source Houston Destination
Stadium Capacity 48,000 72,000
Host Nation Mexico USA