Taking Transit to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Vancouver

TransLink and Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) will deliver approximately 600 additional bus trips per day during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Vancouver, including:

• Extra service to and from FIFA Fan Festival™ Vancouver at Hastings Park/PNE.

  • A dedicated shuttle connecting the event grounds to both the Expo and Millennium lines.

  • More frequent service and easier access on routes R5, 14, 28, 130, and 222.

• More bus service in Vancouver.

  • Increased frequency on routes R5, 14, 19, and 23, in the busiest parts of downtown Vancouver.

• Extra buses ready when crowds spike.

  • Buses and crews will be available to respond quickly, with teams monitoring service in real time.

Visit the Accessibility section of this page for more information on how we support customers with mobility needs.

To help move customers safely and quickly, SkyTrain service will be increased, including:

• More frequent trains before and after matches at BC Place Vancouver, arriving at downtown stations every 2 to 2.5 minutes (similar to rush-hour frequency).

• Later SkyTrain service on all three lines (Canada, Expo, and Millennium) with each running one hour later on evenings with late-night matches (June 13, June 26, and July 2).

• Empty trains starting at Main Street–Science World Station after matches to help clear crowds faster.

Getting to BC Place Vancouver

• On match days, customers should use Main Street–Science World Station.

• Pedestrian access to BC Place Vancouver from Stadium–Chinatown Station will not be available on local match days.

To support travel between downtown Vancouver and the North Shore during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Vancouver, the SeaBus will run:

• Every 15 minutes or better, all day, every day throughout the tournament.

• Every 10 minutes before and after matches at BC Place Vancouver.

SeaBus service will also extend by one hour on evenings with late-night matches at BC Place Vancouver (June 13, June 26, and July 2) to align with SkyTrain hours.

Additional service to support weekend match travel:

• Special round-trip service on Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 21.

• One westbound train will depart Mission about four hours before kickoff.

• One eastbound train will depart Waterfront about two hours after the match ends.

Visit the West Coast Express Schedules page for more details.

Park your bike with ease at a Bike Valet

TransLink is partnering to bring Bike Valets to locations around Vancouver; two will be located near Main Street–Science World Station and the FIFA Fan Festival at the PNE grounds (located in Callister Park). Like a coat-check service, Bike Valet staff will tag your bike and provide you with a stub for retrieving it. Onsite staff will look out for your bike while you attend events or roam around the city.

Bike, Ride or Roll with Bike Share and Scooter Share

TransLink is collaborating with Evolve (on the North Shore), Mobi by Rogers, and Lime (in Vancouver) to make accessing bike share and e-scooter share a convenient option for shorter trips. Visit our Mobility Partners & Offers page for details.

Find convenient parking at one of TransLink’s Park & Rides

Looking for parking? TransLink has you covered with multiple Park & Ride locations across the region, with quick connections to downtown Vancouver by SkyTrain, bus, and West Coast Express.

Existing TransLink customers remain a priority, and we know people still need transit for work, school, and appointments during the tournament. That’s why TransLink is adding service to serve matches at BC Place Vancouver and the FIFA Fan Festival™ Vancouver. More capacity in key areas helps reduce crowding and keeps the system moving.

If detours or schedule changes are needed, TransLink will share information early and often through our usual channels so customers can plan ahead.

Yes. TransLink will increase service on match days, building on what we already do for big events. That includes more frequent SkyTrain service, extra buses on key routes, additional SeaBus sailings, special weekend West Coast Express trips, and later service where needed.

More details can be found on the Transit Service Changes page .

Yes. SkyTrain service will increase before and after matches at BC Place Vancouver, with trains running through downtown every 2 to 2.5 minutes. In addition, service will run one hour later on June 13, June 26, and July 2 for late evening matches.

Some restrictions may apply during peak periods and match days. Learn more on our Bikes on Transit page .

From June 11 to July 19, Vancouver is hosting seven FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches at BC Place Vancouver. An estimated 350,000 spectators are expected across the seven match days, in addition to up to 25,000 visitors at Hastings Park at any given time during the 28 operating days of the FIFA Fan Festival™.

For businesses and those commuting to downtown Vancouver, plan ahead, know your route and give yourself extra time. Downtown is open and on match days there will be temporary measures in place in the stadium area, including road closures and local traffic-only restrictions for vehicles.

Summary

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Vancouver will bring excitement and increased activity to the region. While temporary travel impacts are expected, businesses that plan ahead can minimize disruption and even benefit from increased foot traffic.

Plan ahead. Communicate early. Stay flexible.

Questions? Contact us at travelsmart@translink.ca .

For the safety and comfort of everyone on board, please keep the following in mind:

• Stand behind the yellow line on platforms.

• Wait for passengers to exit before you board and avoid crowding the doors.

• Do not travel on escalators with luggage, strollers, or large items — use elevators.

• Remove backpacks while on board to make space for everyone.

• Be courteous to other riders, and offer up your seat to those who need priority seating.

• Always keep your proof of payment with you and be ready to show a uniformed employee if asked.

• Plan for a meeting place with your family, in case you get separated, and make sure they know where to meet you.

• There is no smoking or vaping on TransLink property and vehicles.

Easy ways to pay your fare:

• Tap at the gate: use your debit, credit, or Compass Card directly at all fare gates.

• Purchase a Compass ticket and keep it for later: Compass tickets can be validated at fare gates up to the end of that day.

• Preload your stored value on a Compass Card or monthly pass at compasscard.ca at least two hours before your trip.

Learn more at our Etiquette on Transit page.