World Cup 2026 Kick-Off Times Revealed for England and Scotland
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching, and fans are keen to know the travel logistics for their teams. This year, England and Scotland face considerable distances as they pursue success in the tournament.
England’s World Cup Travel Schedule
If England wins Group L, fans will embark on a daunting journey of 6,468.5 miles. Starting in Dallas and concluding in East Rutherford, they will spend nearly 19 hours traveling.
Travel Breakdown for England
- First Group Game: Dallas
- Second Group Game: Foxborough (flight from Dallas)
- Matches in Mexico City and back for knockout stages.
If England finishes as group runners-up, their travel distance decreases to approximately 5,970.4 miles, with a total travel time of 18.5 hours.
Comparative Travel Distances for Other Teams
Other nations have varying travel demands. Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, faces the longest distance of 6,781.9 miles, equating to over 22 hours of travel. Spain follows closely with 6,667.2 miles, taking around 18 hours and 15 minutes.
Teams with Lesser Travel Distances
- France: 2,675 miles – 12.5 hours
- Mexico: 3,199.7 miles – just over 10 hours
- Germany: 4,141.5 miles – 15.5 hours
France enjoys two short train trips between East Rutherford and Philadelphia, easing their travel burden. Mexico’s successful group stage performance allows them to play consecutive games at Azteca Stadium, minimizing their travel challenges.
Scotland’s Travel Scenarios
Scotland faces similar challenges. If they manage to win their group, supporters will travel 6,083.3 miles, accumulating around 18 hours. As group runners-up, the distance increases slightly to 6,248 miles, resulting in just over 18 hours of travel.
In summary, while England and Scotland face extensive travel to support their teams, they are not alone in this challenging journey during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
