LIRR Offers Discount for Mets Games
LIRR introduces new fare discount for riders traveling to Mets home games at Citi Field
LIRR Adds Discount for Mets Games at Citi Field
Mets fans heading to Citi Field can now save on train fare with a new LIRR discount for home games, transit officials said. The discount applies to riders traveling to the ballpark via the Long Island Rail Road's Mets-Willets Point station. Metro-North passengers can access the discount by transferring to LIRR at Grand Central Terminal, though officials haven't specified the exact discount amount or how riders should claim it.
Transit Connection Supports Baseball Season
The LIRR has long served Citi Field through its dedicated Mets-Willets Point station, which provides direct access to the ballpark during games and events. Transit officials said the new discount aims to encourage more fans to use public transportation instead of driving, reducing traffic congestion around the stadium. Specific details about eligibility requirements or whether the discount applies to all ticket types weren't available. The timing of the discount's launch relative to the baseball season wasn't immediately clear from available information.
Multi-System Journey Details
Metro-North riders from Connecticut, Westchester, and the Hudson Valley can reach Citi Field by taking their trains to Grand Central Terminal, then transferring to LIRR service. The LIRR operates frequent service to Mets-Willets Point on game days, according to the transit agency. Officials didn't provide specific information about how many additional trains run during games or typical travel times from Grand Central to the stadium. The discount structure and whether it requires advance purchase or can be applied at ticket windows wasn't detailed in available information.
Implementation Timeline Unclear
Transit officials announced the discount is now available for Mets home games, though a specific start date wasn't provided. The agency didn't say whether the discount applies to the entire 2025 season or has an expiration date. Details about how riders should access the discount when purchasing tickets weren't immediately available.
Planning Your Trip to the Ballpark
Fans planning to use the Metro-North to LIRR connection for Mets games should allow extra time for the transfer at Grand Central Terminal. Officials said the discount provides a cost-effective option for baseball fans throughout the region. Moovit provides real-time updates for both Metro-North and LIRR services, helping riders plan connections and track train arrivals when heading to Citi Field.
