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MBTA Announces $80 Roundtrip Fare for World Cup Trains

4/6/2026

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Summary

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Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) will charge an $80 roundtrip fare for commuter rail to Foxborough during World Cup matches in June and July to accommodate 20,000 fans per match.
The MBTA will operate 14 express trains from South Station to Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium) for the event.
Additional staff will assist at key transit hubs.
Subway lines and bus routes run late on match days.

History

Historical Context

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has historically adapted its fare structures to manage ridership, first implementing a zone fare system in 1975. In 2023, the MBTA announced an $80 roundtrip fare for World Cup matches, anticipating 20,000 fans per game. This reflects a trend seen during the 1994 FIFA World Cup, highlighting ongoing challenges in public transit funding during major events.

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Story summary

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) will charge an $80 roundtrip fare for commuter rail to Foxborough during World Cup matches in June and July to accommodate 20,000 fans per match.
The MBTA will operate 14 express trains from South Station to Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium) for the event.
Additional staff will assist at key transit hubs.
Subway lines and bus routes run late on match days.

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