The World Cup had taken over – our screens and our roads. If you’re near one of the 11 U.S. host cities, or lucky enough to catch a match in person, be sure to plan an even earlier travel time than the already crazy early plan you’ve got.
ALT An infographic titled "The Largest Traffic Event in North American History" with a yellow "World Cup 2026" badge over a background of soccer field grass. Six key statistic cards include: 5M+ more travelers on the roads than normal; 100,000 people downtown on match days; $300 transit surge pricing around the venue; 1.3mi from some rideshare zones to the stadium; Zero public parking near main venue areas; and 10hrs total expected traffic impact. The fine print sources list the New Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA), New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT), and Regional Transit Planning Authorities (2026). The Root logo is in the bottom right corner.