Gillette Stadium is in Foxborough, Massachusetts — about 48 km south of Boston. Every FIFA World Cup 2026 match in the Boston area will be played there, and getting from the city to the stadium is straightforward if you plan ahead. Here is everything you need to know.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Schedule at Gillette Stadium

  • June 13 (Saturday): Haiti vs. Scotland — Group Stage
  • June 16 (Tuesday): Group Stage
  • June 19 (Friday): Scotland vs. Morocco — Group Stage
  • June 23 (Tuesday): England vs. Ghana — Group Stage
  • June 26 (Friday): Norway vs. France — Group Stage
  • June 29 (Monday): Round of 32
  • July 9 (Thursday): Quarter-final

Option 1 — Commuter Rail (Recommended)

The easiest and most reliable way to get to Gillette Stadium on match day is the MBTA commuter rail.

  1. Take the MBTA Red Line from Harvard Station (Cambridge) to South Station — approximately 15 minutes
  2. At South Station, board the commuter rail to Foxborough — approximately 50 minutes
  3. The station is a short walk from the stadium entrance

FIFA match days will have special commuter rail service running directly to Foxborough. Check mbta.com closer to your match date for the dedicated FIFA schedule and ticket prices. Buy your train ticket in advance — trains fill up quickly on match days.

Total travel time from Cambridge: approximately 75-90 minutes door to stadium.

Option 2 — Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)

Rideshare is convenient but comes with two caveats on match day: surge pricing and traffic.

  • Normal conditions: 45-55 minutes from Cambridge, approximately $40-70 USD
  • Match day conditions: 60-90 minutes, surge pricing can push fares to $80-150+ USD each way
  • Book your return ride before you enter the stadium — demand spikes immediately after the final whistle

Rideshare works best for the return journey if you miss the last train, or for groups of 3-4 splitting the cost.

Option 3 — Drive

Driving is straightforward but parking requires planning.

  • From Cambridge: take I-93 South to I-95 South, exit at Route 1 South toward Foxborough — approximately 50 km, 45-60 minutes without traffic
  • Match day traffic: Add 30-60 minutes, particularly on the return
  • Stadium parking: Available on-site, pre-purchase via the official Gillette Stadium website. Lots fill early — arrive 2+ hours before kickoff
  • Parking cost: Typically $40-60 USD per vehicle for major events

Option 4 — Official FIFA Shuttle

FIFA and the local organizing committee may operate official fan shuttle services from designated Boston pickup points for the 2026 World Cup. Check fifa.com/worldcup and the official Boston 2026 host city pages for updates as match dates approach.

Match Day Tips

  • Leave early: Allow at least 90 minutes from Cambridge regardless of transport method
  • Gates open 2.5 hours before kickoff — arriving early avoids the worst of the crowds
  • Return journey: Trains and rideshare queues are longest in the first 30 minutes after the final whistle. Waiting 20-30 minutes before leaving can save significant time
  • Weather in June: Boston in June can be warm and humid or overcast and cool. Bring a light layer for evening matches
  • Cashless stadium: Gillette Stadium is cashless — bring a card or set up mobile pay

Staying in Cambridge — Your Base for the Tournament

Cambridge sits on the MBTA Red Line, making it the ideal base for fans attending multiple matches or combining the World Cup with time in Boston. Harvard Square, the Charles River, and some of the best restaurants and pubs in New England are all within walking distance.

Ginkgo House is a boutique hotel at 288 Harvard St, Cambridge — a short walk from Harvard Station and well-positioned for the full tournament schedule.

Booking directly at ginkgo.house gets you our best available rate, direct access to our team, a morning refreshment setup, and complimentary parking for guests who need it (advance reservation required — daily parking in downtown Boston runs $30-60 per day).

All seven matches. One base. Book direct and make the most of it.