NJ TRANSIT Adds Game Day Trains to MetLife Stadium
NJ TRANSIT adds rail service to MetLife Stadium for Jets vs Dolphins game on December 6
NJ TRANSIT Adds Trains to MetLife Stadium Dec 6
Football fans heading to MetLife Stadium for the Jets vs Dolphins game can take the train instead of driving. NJ TRANSIT announced Tuesday that rail service to Meadowlands Station begins at 9:41 AM on December 6, 2025, with trains departing from Secaucus Junction. The service provides direct access to the stadium, which seats 82,500 fans.
Meadowlands Rail Service Background
The Meadowlands rail line has connected Secaucus Junction to MetLife Stadium since 2009, providing special event service for Jets and Giants games along with concerts and other major events at the venue. Transit officials said the service helps reduce traffic congestion around the stadium complex in East Rutherford. Officials didn't specify how many trains will run or the frequency of service throughout the day. The rail connection operates as a spur line specifically for stadium events rather than regular daily service.
Service Details and Schedule
Trains will depart Secaucus Junction starting at 9:41 AM, transit officials confirmed. The agency didn't release a complete schedule showing all departure times or the frequency between trains. Return service details after the game weren't available by publication time. Officials said passengers should arrive at Secaucus with enough time to board trains before their preferred departure. Standard NJ TRANSIT fares apply, though specific pricing for the game day service wasn't immediately available.
Game Day Timeline
The Jets vs Dolphins game is scheduled for December 6, 2025, though officials haven't announced the kickoff time. Transit officials said they'll release additional schedule information closer to the game date. The agency typically provides post-game return service but hasn't specified departure times for trains leaving Meadowlands Station after the final whistle.
Planning Your Trip
Fans attending the game should check for schedule updates as December approaches, transit officials said. The rail service lets riders avoid parking fees and traffic around the stadium complex. Moovit provides real-time departure information for NJ TRANSIT trains serving Secaucus Junction and Meadowlands Station.
