World Cup 2026 Fan Guide: New York to Los Angeles

Inter-city logistics and stadium guide for traveling supporters

🚀 MATCHDAY UBER/LYFT SURVIVAL HACK (DESTINATION)

How to beat the Surge Pricing at SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles):

Never try to call an Uber within the immediate SoFi lake loop after the game. Walk 15 minutes east to the outer edges of Hollywood Park Casino or toward the commercial hotels on Century Blvd. Prices drop by half and you avoid the painful gridlock on Prairie Ave.

Official Gate Drop-off Area: Dedicated rideshare zones are located at Lot N near the Hollywood Park Casino.
📍 Step 1: Departing New York

MetLife Stadium

FIFA Name: New York New Jersey Stadium


Hub Airports: EWR, JFK, LGA

Transit Option: Take the NJ Transit Meadowlands Rail Line from Secaucus Junction directly to the stadium station.

Fan Hubs: Hoboken waterfront bars or the official FIFA Fan Fest in Manhattan.

🏁 Step 2: Arriving in Los Angeles

SoFi Stadium

FIFA Name: Los Angeles Stadium


Parking Intel: Pre-book parking zones (Red/Blue/Green) early; no drive-up parking sales allowed on matchday.

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

Expedition Quick Stats

Metric New York Source Los Angeles Destination
Stadium Capacity 82,500 70,000
Host Nation USA USA