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MBTA Launches Express Trains for Brazil-France Match

MBTA runs express trains from South Station to Foxboro for Brazil-France soccer match

2026-03-27, Moovit News Team

MBTA Adds Express Trains for Brazil-France Match

Soccer fans heading to today's Brazil-France match at Gillette Stadium can take special MBTA express trains running between South Station and Foxboro Station. The transit agency will operate the dedicated service for the international friendly, which kicks off at 4 p.m. and marks the first international soccer competition at the venue in a decade. Roundtrip tickets cost $30, transit officials said.

MBTA commuter rail train at South Station platform with passengers boarding for special event service to Foxborough

World Cup Preview Service

The match is part of the Road to 26 series leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will bring tournament games to Foxborough between June 13 and July 9, 2026. Transit officials said the express train service provides a preview of transportation planning for the World Cup, which is expected to bring up to 2 million visitors to Greater Boston. Brazil and France are among the top five teams in the world according to FIFA rankings. This is France's first appearance at Gillette Stadium and Brazil's sixth visit to the venue.

Service Details and Timing

The express trains run directly from South Station to Foxboro Station without intermediate stops, providing faster travel time than regular commuter rail service. Stadium gates open at 2 p.m., two hours before kickoff, giving fans time to arrive and enter the venue. Parking lots open at noon for those driving to the match. Traffic restrictions are in place on local roads around the stadium, making transit an attractive option for attendees.

Gillette Stadium exterior with crowds arriving for international soccer match, showing stadium entrance gates and pedestrian walkways

Match Day Operations

The game will be broadcast on ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes for fans watching at home. Tickets remain available, ranging from around $240 to over $6,000, according to stadium officials. The match features two powerhouse teams with notable history, including France's victories over Brazil in the 1998 World Cup final and 2006 quarterfinals. Officials haven't specified the exact number of express trains that'll run or detailed departure times for return service after the match.

Planning Your Trip

Riders taking the express service should arrive at South Station with enough time to purchase tickets and board before departure. The direct service eliminates the need to navigate traffic or pay for stadium parking. Transit officials said the special trains provide convenient access to the venue for the international friendly. Moovit provides real-time updates and trip planning for MBTA services throughout Greater Boston.