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How to Get to MetLife Stadium from Penn Station (NYC)

The most popular and reliable way to reach MetLife Stadium from New York City’s Penn Station is by taking NJ Transit rail service with a transfer at Secaucus Junction to the Meadowlands Rail Line shuttle that drops you steps from the stadium.

Option 1: NJ Transit Train (Recommended for Events & Games)

This is the official, fan-favorite route—especially on game days and for concerts.

Step-by-Step Directions

  1. Arrive at Penn Station (NYC)
    • Enter via the NJ Transit concourse (follow signs inside Penn Station).
  1. Board any NJ Transit train heading to Secaucus Junction
    • Look for trains marked “SEC” on departure boards.
 * Trains on multiple lines (Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast, Main-Bergen, Pascack Valley, Port Jervis, etc.) stop at Secaucus.
  1. Transfer at Secaucus Junction
    • Follow crowds and signage to the lower level.
 * Board the **Meadowlands Rail Line shuttle** direct to MetLife Stadium.

 * Travel time from Secaucus to the stadium is about **10 minutes**.
  1. Arrive at MetLife Stadium
    • The Meadowlands Station is right at the stadium entrance.

Ticketing & Cost

  • Round-trip fare: $11 from Penn Station to the Sports Complex (MetLife).
  • Purchase options:
    • NJ Transit Mobile App (recommended)
    • Ticket machines or windows at Penn Station
  • Tip: Buy in advance and activate your ticket when boarding.

Timing

  • Trains begin ~3.5 hours before kickoff/event and end ~1 hour after.
  • Total travel time from Penn Station: ~25–35 minutes depending on connections.

Option 2: Coach USA Bus #351 (Meadowlands Express)

A direct bus alternative if you prefer to avoid transfers.

  • Departure: Port Authority Bus Terminal (42nd St, a short walk or subway ride from Penn Station).
  • Route: Nonstop to MetLife Sports Complex (Lot K).
  • Schedule: Starts 2.5 hours before game time , runs until 30 minutes after start , and returns ~1 hour after event ends.
  • Fare: $14 round-trip or $7 one-way.

Option 3: Taxi, Rideshare, or Driving

  • Distance: ~9 miles; ~13 minutes without traffic.
  • Cost:
    • Taxi: $40–$50 one-way.
* **Rideshare (Uber/Lyft):** Similar, but surge pricing likely on event days.
* **Driving:** Possible, but parking at the stadium requires a permit; otherwise, park at Secaucus Junction’s Edison ParkFast lot and take the train.

Quick Tips & Tricks

  • Download the NJ Transit app for real-time schedules, mobile tickets, and service alerts.
  • Follow the crowd at Secaucus—staff and signage make transfers easy on event days.
  • Avoid lingering post-event if you want to catch the last train; service ends about an hour after the event.
  • For non-event days , check NJ Transit schedules—Meadowlands shuttles may not run.

TL;DR

  • Best route: NJ Transit train from Penn Station → Secaucus Junction → Meadowlands shuttle to MetLife.
  • Cost: $11 round-trip.
  • Time: ~30 minutes total.
  • Alternative: Bus #351 from Port Authority ($14 round-trip).

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