$95 for a Bus Ride: World Cup 2026 Faces Fan Backlash Over Costs

A $95 bus ticket for a 30-minute trip has become the latest controversy for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The service will ferry fans from Boston to the Foxborough stadium. The "Boston Stadium Express" offers no luxury amenities. For the high price, passengers get a standard bus seat and a drop-off point still a 15-minute walk from the venue. Tickets are non-refundable and offer no discounts for children. The fare highlights broader concerns about the tournament's cost for attendees. With high demand and a once-in-a-lifetime event, organizers face accusations of exploiting fans' willingness to pay. The incident underscores a modern tournament experience where fans feel treated as a revenue source first.