
World Cup 2026:
The United Travel Network
Travel Innovation Pillars
The “Fan-ID” Pass
A digital credential that acts as a temporary multi-entry visa for the US, Canada, and Mexico, allowing for biometric “walk-through” checkpoints at major airports.
Regional Rail Hubs
Enhanced high-speed links in the Northeast Corridor (NYC-Philly-Boston) and the newly inaugurated “Bajío Express” in Mexico will move 50,000 fans daily.
Dedicated Sky-Ways
FIFA has partnered with major carriers to create “Point-to-Point” flight paths between host cities, bypassing traditional layover hubs to reduce travel time by up to 35%.
The “Triple-Host” Challenge
With 104 matches scheduled, the 2026 World Cup is the largest in history. To manage the load, FIFA has grouped host cities into three regional pods: **East, Central, and West**. Teams and fans will remain within their assigned pods during the group stages to minimize the carbon footprint and travel fatigue.
The **Central Pod** (featuring Dallas, Houston, and Mexico City) will see the highest volume of ground transport, while the **West Pod** (Vancouver, Seattle, LA) will debut zero-emission electric bus fleets to ferry supporters between venues.
Logistics Fact:
The “United Pass” includes free public transit within every host city on match days, a first for a North American sporting event.
Major Travel Corridors
Expedited routes for June-July 2026:
- The Atlantic Spine: Boston – New York – Philadelphia
- The Great Lakes Loop: Toronto – Detroit – Chicago
- The Aztec Route: Mexico City – Guadalajara – Monterrey
- The Pacific Coast: Vancouver – Seattle – San Francisco – LA
- The Southern Link: Dallas – Houston – Atlanta – Miami
Ready for Kickoff?
Download the official FIFA 2026 App to sync your tickets, apply for your Fan-ID, and book your travel across North America today.