Alternatives include MBTA buses from South Station, connected hotels, and charter services, with dedicated bus lanes but expect heavy traffic.

Trains and buses will run from South Station and hotels to the stadium; drivers should stay on main roads and follow stadium signs after exiting highways.

Traffic plans emphasize buses along Route One as the priority route to stadium access, with trains and buses national-wide as essential alternatives.

Massachusetts transportation officials are asking everyone to plan ahead for World Cup traffic around Gillette Stadium, now renamed Boston Stadium, where seven matches will run from mid-June to early July 2026.

Officials urge even non-attendees to avoid travel near the stadium on match days and to participate in state-wide fan events to reduce congestion.

MassDOT launches a Kick the Drive campaign to discourage driving to the stadium on match days and to promote alternative transportation options.

The plan prioritizes bus traffic with dedicated lanes and timed merges to keep buses moving and minimize overall delays.

Public awareness campaigns will run across digital platforms, billboards, highway signage, transit hubs, and through collaboration with municipalities and employers to boost flexible schedules and transit use.

The information comes from officials and press materials, with ongoing NBC Boston coverage and updates.

Governor Healey urges planning ahead and using public transportation to manage increased travel demand and maintain reliable service.

State and local agencies have expanded MBTA and bus services to accommodate fan travel for the World Cup.

Drivers are advised to check Mass511 and MBTA apps for real-time updates and consider flexible or remote work on match days.