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MBTA Launches World Cup Train Tickets for Boston

MBTA offers $80 roundtrip train tickets to World Cup 2026 matches at Gillette Stadium

2026-04-09, Moovit News Team

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MBTA riders heading to Boston's World Cup 2026 matches can now purchase roundtrip train tickets for $80, transit officials announced. Tickets for the first five games at Gillette Stadium go on sale Wednesday at 11 a.m. through the MBTA's mTicket app. Massachusetts' interim secretary of transportation and the MBTA's general manager said taking the Commuter Rail will be one of the easiest and most affordable ways to reach the stadium.

MBTA Commuter Rail train at platform with passengers boarding, modern station environment visible in background. Alt text: MBTA Commuter Rail train Boston World Cup 2026 service Gillette Stadium. Composition: Wide angle showing full train consist with MBTA branding, passengers with luggage, emphasizing transit accessibility for major events.

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The special World Cup train service represents a significant premium over regular Commuter Rail fares, which typically range from $2.40 to $13.25 for a one-way trip depending on distance. However, the $80 roundtrip ticket provides access to all Commuter Rail trains on match day, not just direct stadium service. The MBTA has been upgrading Foxboro Station to handle the tens of thousands of fans expected to use trains and buses for the tournament. Officials used a recent friendly match between France and Brazil as a test run for World Cup operations.

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The initial ticket sale covers five matches: Haiti vs. Scotland, Iraq vs. Norway, Scotland vs. Morocco, England vs. Ghana, and Norway vs. France. Only passengers with valid game tickets will be allowed to ride the special stadium trains, officials said. The Boston Stadium Train ticket grants holders access to the entire Commuter Rail network on their match day, allowing flexibility for connections and travel throughout the system. Gillette Stadium will be referred to as Boston Stadium during the tournament.

Gillette Stadium exterior with clear signage and transit access points visible, showing scale of venue and surrounding infrastructure. Alt text: Gillette Stadium Boston World Cup 2026 venue MBTA Commuter Rail access. Composition: Elevated perspective showing stadium facade, parking areas, and transit connections, emphasizing venue's accessibility for international soccer tournament.

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Tickets become available Wednesday at 11 a.m. exclusively through the MBTA's mTicket mobile application. The agency hasn't announced when tickets for additional World Cup matches will go on sale, though Boston is scheduled to host multiple games throughout the tournament. Officials said the upgraded Foxboro Station infrastructure will be ready to accommodate the expected surge in ridership for the international soccer event.

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World Cup attendees should plan to arrive early, as stadium trains will likely experience heavy demand on match days. The $80 roundtrip fare includes unlimited Commuter Rail access throughout the day, allowing riders to explore Boston before or after games. Moovit provides real-time updates for MBTA Commuter Rail service, helping riders plan their World Cup travel and track train arrivals throughout the tournament.