UFC 328: Newark

Getting to Newark

Everything you need to get from wherever you are to Prudential Center for UFC 328: Newark.

✈️ Flights to Newark

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

RECOMMENDED

Closest airport to Prudential Center, 8 km away. AirTrain to Newark Penn Station, then walk to Prudential Center or NJ Transit to NYC. Uber/Lyft to Midtown NYC costs $60-90.

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Major international hub in Queens, 25 km from Midtown. AirTrain + subway to Penn Station takes ~60 minutes. Uber/Lyft to Midtown costs $70-100+.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

Domestic hub in Queens, 13 km from Midtown. No direct rail. Uber/Lyft to Midtown costs $40-60 and takes 20-45 min depending on traffic.

Book tip: Fly in May 9, fly out May 11. NYC hotels book up fast — reserve 3+ months in advance for good rates.

🚗 Airport → Hotel

NJ Transit from EWRRECOMMENDED

AirTrain to Newark Penn Station ($5.50), then NJ Transit to NYC Penn Station ($13). Most affordable for international arrivals at EWR.

$5.50–13 USD
25–40 min
Uber / Lyft

Convenient but expensive. NYC traffic is unpredictable. Surge pricing common.

$60–90 USD
30–60 min

🥊 Hotel → Prudential Center

NJ Transit (from NYC Penn Station)BEST VALUE

Take NJ Transit Northeast Corridor or North Jersey Coast line to Newark Penn Station. Walk 10 min to Prudential Center. Best option from NYC.

$5.50 USD
20–25 min
Uber / Lyft

Cross-Hudson options. Heavy post-fight surge pricing expected. NJ Transit is strongly recommended.

$35–60 USD
25–50 min

🛂 Visa Requirements

🇨🇦 Canada✓ No visa / ESTA required
🇬🇧 United Kingdom✓ ESTA required ($21)
🇦🇺 Australia✓ ESTA required ($21)
🇪🇺 EU Countries✓ ESTA required ($21)
🇧🇷 Brazil✓ B-2 visa required
🇲🇽 Mexico✓ B-2 visa or valid B-1/B-2

ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization): Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov before travel. Costs $21, valid for 2 years. Required for all Visa Waiver Program countries. Canadian citizens need neither ESTA nor a visa.

🛡️ Safety + Transport Tips

  • →Midtown Manhattan and Penn Station are very safe, busy, and well-policed.
  • →Downtown Newark is generally safe, especially around Prudential Center on event nights.
  • →Watch your belongings on the subway and in crowded tourist areas — pickpocketing occurs.
  • →NJ Transit is the smartest way to get to Prudential Center — Uber pricing post-fight in NYC will be extreme.
  • →Book NJ Transit tickets in advance via the NJ Transit app — skip the ticket line on fight night.

🎒 Packing Tips

Comfortable walking shoes
You'll walk a lot in NYC. Cobblestones in Brooklyn and SoHo are tough on thin-soled shoes.
Light layers
NYC in May: 14-22°C. Warm days, cooler evenings. A light jacket for nights out.
MetroCard or OMNY (tap to pay)
Load your card at subway machines or use contactless payment (Apple Pay/Google Pay) on the MTA.
Good camera
NYC skyline views from Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, and Top of the Rock are iconic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which airport should I fly into for UFC Newark?+
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is closest — 8 km from Prudential Center. JFK and LaGuardia (LGA) also serve the area. From EWR, the AirTrain to Newark Penn Station, then NJ Transit to NYC takes about 30 minutes.
How do I get to Prudential Center from New York City?+
Take NJ Transit from Penn Station (Manhattan) to Newark Penn Station — 20 minutes, ~$5.50. Prudential Center is a 10-min walk from Newark Penn Station. Uber/Lyft from NYC costs $35-60+ depending on traffic.

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