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Seattle Gears Up for 2026 World Cup Amid Transit Updates

4/23/2026

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Seattle is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with hotels expecting a surge in visitors despite slower bookings.
Sound Transit will maintain its standard $3 light rail fare.
New Jersey Transit plans to charge $150 for round-trip tickets.
Seattle will offer an $18 three-day unlimited pass to promote public transit use.
Lumen Field will host six matches starting June 15, 2026, including the first match featuring Belgium against Egypt.

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Seattle is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with hotels expecting a surge in visitors despite slower bookings.
Sound Transit will maintain its standard $3 light rail fare.
New Jersey Transit plans to charge $150 for round-trip tickets.
Seattle will offer an $18 three-day unlimited pass to promote public transit use.
Lumen Field will host six matches starting June 15, 2026, including the first match featuring Belgium against Egypt.