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Fans Slam $80 Boston Round-Trip Train Tickets
8 Apr
Summary
- Fans face over four times usual prices for Boston train tickets.
- Round-trip tickets from central Boston to Foxborough cost $80.
- Parking at Boston Stadium costs a minimum of $175 per space.
Supporters heading to the World Cup in Boston are confronting dramatically inflated travel costs. Round-trip train tickets from South Station in central Boston to the stadium in Foxborough will cost $80, a steep increase from the typical $17.50. This pricing has led to significant backlash from fan organizations, who describe it as a "kick to ordinary fans" and a sign of the sport distancing itself from its roots.
The stadium, located 22 miles outside Boston, will host seven World Cup matches, including a quarter-final. In addition to the high train fares, parking at Boston Stadium will also be expensive, with prices starting at $175 per spot. These travel costs follow prior criticism regarding ticket prices for the tournament, with final tickets reaching up to $10,990.
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) plans to operate 14 express services on matchdays but will not offer direct subway or bus routes to the stadium. MBTA officials state they aim to balance the needs of event attendees with those of daily commuters.
