$18 Bus to MetLife: Port Authority 351 Guide (World Cup 2026)
The Coach USA 351 Meadowlands Express runs $18 round-trip from Port Authority to MetLife Stadium, starting three hours before kickoff. Boarding gates, timing, and the eSIM for North America.
Published June 19, 2026·5 min read
Summary
The Coach USA 351 Meadowlands Express runs about $18 round-trip from the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown to MetLife Stadium, with service starting three hours before kickoff. Here are the boarding gates, timing, and the one eSIM that covers all of North America.
The direct bus from Midtown
If you are staying in Manhattan, the 351 is the simplest one-seat ride to the gates — no transfers, no parking, and a fixed round-trip fare. Buses board in the South Wing on the third floorof the Port Authority Bus Terminal at gates 411–414, or from a street-level area on 41st Street between 8th and 9th Avenues depending on the event. With no general parking at MetLife, the bus and the train are the two cleanest options into the Meadowlands.
351 Meadowlands Express at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Fare | ~$18 round-trip (all tickets round-trip) |
| Boards from | Port Authority South Wing, gates 411–414 |
| Service starts | 3 hours before kickoff |
| Return ride | 30–45 min · clearance under 2 hours |
Buy tickets online at 351express.com or at the Port Authority South Wing main floor before you travel. Since the fare is round-trip, your post-match ride back to Midtown is already covered — just queue at the stadium bus area after the final whistle.
eSIM vs roaming vs pocket Wi-Fi for World Cup travel
| Option | Cost | Setup time | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM | Low | ~5 min (pre-install on Wi-Fi) | Excellent (local carrier) |
| Carrier roaming | High | Instant (already enabled) | Medium (partner-dependent) |
| Pocket Wi-Fi | Medium | Airport pickup / rental | Good (extra device to charge) |
Checking live bus departures, your mobile match ticket, and rideshare as a backup all run on data — and crowds of 82,500 fans flatten stadium Wi-Fi. A North America eSIM keeps you online across the US, Canada, and Mexico on one plan. From US$5 with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card — details in the NY/NJ connectivity guide.
FAQ
QHow much is the bus from Port Authority to MetLife Stadium?
AThe Coach USA 351 Meadowlands Express is about $18 round-trip from Port Authority in Midtown to MetLife Stadium. All tickets are round-trip; buy online at 351express.com or at the Port Authority South Wing.
QWhere does the 351 Meadowlands Express bus leave from?
ABuses board in the South Wing on the third floor of Port Authority at gates 411–414, or street-level on 41st Street between 8th and 9th Avenues. Service begins three hours before the scheduled kickoff.
QHow long does the 351 bus take back to Manhattan after a match?
APost-event rides typically take 30–45 minutes, with full stadium clearance in under two hours. Your return ride is already covered because all 351 tickets are round-trip.
QWill my eSIM work on the bus and at MetLife Stadium?
AYes — a North America eSIM covers the USA, Canada, and Mexico, so it works on the 351 bus, at MetLife, and in every other host city. No SIM swap required.
Bottom line
The 351 is the cheapest one-seat ride from Manhattan to MetLife — book the round-trip early. Weigh it against the NJ Transit rail route and airport options, and travel with a World Cup 2026 eSIM that covers every host city on one plan.