Heading to the World Cup? The TTC is rolling out more trains, streetcars, buses and dedicated shuttles to keep Toronto moving all tournament long.
The beautiful game is coming to Toronto, and the TTC is ready to get fans to matches, events, and viewing parties all over the City.
It goes without saying that taking public transit will be the best way to get to and from Toronto Stadium and the FIFA Fan Festival Toronto at Fort York, and the TTC will be increasing service on all modes, ensuring that fans, visitors and residents can safely and efficiently move around the city during the tournament.
If you are not aware, the FIFA Fan Festival™ Toronto is taking place at Fort York National Historic Site and The Bentway from June 11 to July 19, 2026. This is a free official event featuring live match broadcasts, culinary experiences, and musical performances during the 2026 World Cup, located near BMO Field (Toronto Stadium).
“We’re looking forward to welcoming visitors from all over the world to Toronto, and transit will be essential in moving people around the city,” said Mayor Olivia Chow. “City staff have been working closely with the TTC to ensure that visitors and residents have a positive experience during the tournament.”
“I am pleased that the TTC has developed a plan to efficiently and safely move hundreds of thousands of fans around our city,” said TTC Chair Jamaal Myers. “We look forward to welcoming the world to Toronto, while ensuring that residents can continue to get around the city as needed.”
“The World Cup is a major moment for Toronto, and the TTC has been planning carefully to be ready,” said TTC CEO Mandeep S. Lali. “Our focus is on providing safe, reliable and frequent service so residents and visitors can move around the city with confidence. With additional service, more staff on the ground, and real-time monitoring across the system, we’ll be ready.”
How the TTC will increase its efficiency
The TTC and the City of Toronto have partnered to make transit service downtown even more efficient this summer.
RapidTO red transit-only lanes
This includes the installation of RapidTO red transit-only lanes on Dufferin and Bathurst streets south of Bloor and the creation of a new transit hub at Fleet St. and Strachan Ave., serving the stadium and FIFA Fan FestivalTM Toronto.
509 and 511 Streetcar Routes Ramped Up
Service on the 509 Harbourfront and 511 Bathurst routes will increase to every five minutes in most periods, between June 7 and July 24. In addition, service on the 504 King will be increased, with streetcars operating every five minutes throughout the day during this period.
On match days, the Fleet Street Transit Hub will be the dedicated streetcar platform for all pickups and drop-offs, as Exhibition Loop and road access to Exhibition grounds will be closed. As a result, the 509 Harbourfront and 511 Bathurst will terminate at the Fleet Street Transit Hub on match days only.
Buses
On match days and weekends, the 29/929 Dufferin will have additional service added.
The TTC will also be introducing dedicated World Cup shuttles on match days, operating between key locations. Customers are encouraged to use all available routes, with the shuttles providing additional support during peak periods.
Subway
On match days, the TTC will increase service on Lines 1 and 2, ensuring that everyone can connect to bus and streetcar routes that will get them to and from Toronto Stadium.
To guarantee a seamless experience for all riders, the TTC will increase signage across the system and deploy additional staff and customer service agents in key locations. Signage will also be geared towards international visitors, with FIFA-style pictograms.
Safety and clear communications will be priorities for the TTC during this time. TTC staff will be embedded in the City of Toronto’s emergency operations and communications centres. Customers can also expect to see an enhanced security presence on the TTC during the FIFA World Cup 2026TM.
To ensure minimal disruptions to service on match days, the TTC will also be increasing its preventative maintenance across the system in the weeks leading up to the games. Response personnel will also be stationed in key locations, to quickly respond to any issues that may arise.
Toronto World Cup Match Schedule
| Friday, June 12 at 3 p.m | Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina OR Italy (Group B) |
| Wednesday, June 17 at 7 p.m. | Ghana vs. Panama (Group L) |
| Saturday, June 20 at 4 p.m. | Germany vs. Côte d’Ivoire (Group E) |
| Tuesday, June 23 at 7 p.m. | Croatia vs. Panama (Group L) |
| Friday, June 26 at 3 p.m. | Senegal vs. Bolivia OR Iraq (Group I) |
| Thursday, July 2 at 7 p.m. | Round of 32 (Group K Runner-up vs. Group L Runner-up) |
The TTC will continue to provide more information and updates on service plans and readiness efforts at www.ttc.ca/kickoff in the coming weeks.
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