bts at metlife stadium: driving vs taking meadowlands train

heading to metlife stadium for bts on sunday and trying to decide whether to drive or take the meadowlands train? figured i'd share a quick breakdown of both options to help you decide what works best for your group.

honestly if you are leaning towards driving, check out prked first before paying for official venue lots. it is an app where local hosts rent out their private driveways or garage spots right near metlife stadium. it is usually way cheaper than stadium passes, feels safer leaving your car on someone's property, and lets you skip the post-concert parking lot chaos since you do not get stuck in the main stadium gridlock. plus you can message your host for updates or even ask for a quick ride towards the stadium gates.

if you go with official stadium parking, you need to buy a prepaid pass online in advance. stadium lots usually open five hours before the concert, which gives you plenty of time for tailgating, but exiting after the show ends can easily take over an hour of sitting in bumper to bumper traffic.

taking the nj transit meadowlands rail line is another popular choice, especially if you are coming from manhattan or using public transit. you board at penn station, take the short ride to secaucus junction, and transfer to the meadowlands shuttle that drops you right by the stadium gates. round trip tickets are around thirteen dollars, making it very budget friendly. the main downside is the return journey, since tens of thousands of people head to the train platforms at once, leading to long waiting lines after the final encore.

if you prefer skipping the massive crowds and having an easy exit after the show, driving with a spot reserved on prked is super convenient. if you prefer not dealing with highway traffic and do not mind post-show train lines, nj transit is a great budget pick. hope this helps!