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FIFA World Cup parking in LA could cost you $100 but this under $5 hack beats the soccer chaos
TL;DR
Parking for the FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles could cost up to $1,000, but taking the LA Metro offers a cheaper alternative at $1.75 each way. This option provides direct access to World Cup shuttles, avoiding parking chaos.
Key points
- Parking for World Cup games can cost up to $1,000.
- LA Metro fares are $1.75 each way.
- Eight matches will be held at SoFi Stadium.
- Metro provides direct access to World Cup shuttles.
- Limited parking spots could lead to traffic chaos.
Los Angeles is gearing up for World Cup madness — but if you’re planning to drive to and park at the games, brace yourself.
With eight matches scheduled for SoFi Stadium from June 12 to July 10, parking costs could soar to $100 or $1,000 per spot, depending on where you look, as hundreds of thousands of fans flock to cheer their team on.
And with limited spots around the stadium, game day could quickly turn into a bumper-to-bumper nightmare. But there’s a dirt-cheap workaround — and it might be the only sane way to get there.
Instead of driving, fans can take the LA Metro for just $1.75 each way — a flat fare that includes transfers and direct access to World Cup shuttles. Metro’s World Cup plan is built around getting people as close to the stadium as possible, without needing a car.
LA World Cup 2026 ball pictured during the unveiling of the new test soccer pitch in anticipation of Nations League play and 2026 World Cup at SoFi Stadium. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Game attendees can take trains like the C Line or K Line, then transfer to a direct shuttle bus to the stadium, or hop on a regular bus route like the 115, 117, or 212, which stops near the venue.
If you want to drive even part of the way, it’s going to cost. Some early-bird parking rates with Metro’s park-and-ride option range from about $55 to $101, far cheaper than stadium-adjacent parking — and bundled with transit access. The farther away the parking is, the less expensive the rate.
Fans can reserve spots through services like SpotHero before they sell out.
Metro isn’t treating this like a normal game day. The agency says service will begin up to four hours before kickoff, and return trips will run up to two hours after matches end.
Q&A
How much does parking cost for the FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles?
Parking costs could range from $100 to $1,000 depending on the location.
What is the cheapest way to get to the FIFA World Cup matches in LA?
The cheapest way is to take the LA Metro, which costs $1.75 each way.
When are the FIFA World Cup matches scheduled at SoFi Stadium?
The matches are scheduled from June 12 to July 10.
Does the LA Metro provide direct access to World Cup shuttles?
Yes, the LA Metro plan includes direct access to World Cup shuttles for fans.
