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Boston Transit Expands World Cup Access Options

Round-trip bus service to World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium costs $95, with commuter rail at $80

2026-04-15, Moovit News Team

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World Cup Bus Tickets Cost $95 for Foxboro Games

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Fans heading to FIFA World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro this summer will pay $95 for round-trip bus service, officials announced. The MBTA also confirmed commuter rail tickets will cost $80, with sales beginning Tuesday. Parking will start at $175 and be limited to ticket holders only, while tailgating won't be allowed at the venue.

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Description: Gillette Stadium exterior with clear signage visible, showing the main entrance and surrounding access roads during daytime. Alt text: Gillette Stadium in Foxboro Massachusetts FIFA World Cup 2026 venue exterior. Composition: Wide-angle shot capturing the stadium's distinctive lighthouse tower and main facade, emphasizing the scale of the venue and transportation access points.

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The transportation arrangements mark a significant departure from typical sporting events at Gillette Stadium. World Cup Boston cited a state law prohibiting open alcohol containers in public spaces as the reason for banning tailgating, a tradition commonly allowed during New England Patriots games. The commuter rail price represents four times what the MBTA charges for Patriots games. Officials said the changes reflect the international scale of the FIFA World Cup and the need to accommodate fans from across the region and beyond.

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Bus service will operate from 20 pickup points across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, including Logan Airport and the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence. Officials said the multiple departure locations are designed to provide access for fans staying in different parts of the region. The $95 bus fare includes round-trip transportation to the stadium, though officials didn't specify exact departure times or frequency of service. The $175 minimum parking fee applies only to fans who've purchased match tickets, with no general public parking available.

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Description: MBTA commuter rail train at a platform station with passengers boarding, showing the train's exterior and station infrastructure. Alt text: MBTA commuter rail train Massachusetts public transit World Cup transportation. Composition: Side view of commuter rail train at platform level, capturing both the train cars and waiting passengers to illustrate the transit option for World Cup attendees.

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Ticket sales for the bus and commuter rail services begin Tuesday, officials said, though they haven't announced a specific timeline for when parking reservations will open. The transportation options will be available for all World Cup matches held at Gillette Stadium this summer. Officials said they'll release additional details about schedules and specific pickup times closer to the tournament dates.

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The announcement has generated significant discussion among fans about the accessibility and cost of attending World Cup matches. Some fans expressed concerns about the higher prices compared to regular Patriots games, while others noted the transportation options provide alternatives to driving. Moovit offers real-time updates and trip planning for MBTA services and regional transit connections to help fans navigate their journey to Gillette Stadium.