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Boston World Cup Bus Fare Set at $95, Critics Concerned

4/14/2026

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The Boston World Cup host committee will charge $95 for a bus to Gillette Stadium during 2026.
The price exceeds the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)'s planned $80 train fare.
The committee aims to recover costs associated with the event, including safety and security.
FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) will earn $11 billion from the tournament.
Critics say the high transportation costs burden fans, signaling concerns about FIFA's affordability.

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The Boston World Cup host committee will charge $95 for a bus to Gillette Stadium during 2026.
The price exceeds the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)'s planned $80 train fare.
The committee aims to recover costs associated with the event, including safety and security.
FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) will earn $11 billion from the tournament.
Critics say the high transportation costs burden fans, signaling concerns about FIFA's affordability.