Missouri is thrilled to welcome the world as Kansas City serves as a Host City to six FIFA World Cup 26™ matches this June and July, marking an unprecedented moment for our state and our transportation network.
We’re especially excited that four international teams – Argentina, England, Netherlands and Algeria – will establish base camps right here in our region. This global spotlight will bring hundreds of thousands of visitors to Missouri, and we’re committed to supporting safe, reliable transportation throughout the tournament.
More information is available on the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Kansas City website, such as:
- FIFA Fan Festival™ schedule
- Match schedules
- ConnectKC26 bus service routes
- Trip planner
- Lodging, travel and dining options
What Travelers Need to Know
- Hundreds of thousands of visitors will be traveling into and through the region during the summer months. Increased traffic is expected to impact the entire state as high volumes of visitors travel between lodging and match venues.
- Nearly all state roadwork in the Kansas City region is happening off of the roadway during the tournament to maximize roadway capacity.
- MoDOT will provide frequent public updates to help motorists make informed travel decisions.
- Follow statewide and district social media channels for the latest information.
- Check the Traveler Information Map for updates on work zones, traffic conditions and more statewide.
- Motorists in the Kansas City metro are encouraged to utilize KC Scout as an additional resource to monitor traffic conditions.
- Subscribe to eUpdates for news and traffic updates via text and email notifications.
Getting Around Kansas City
ConnectKC26 is your tournament bus service for the FIFA World Cup 26™, designed to connect fans and residents directly to Kansas City Stadium (Arrowhead), Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and more. Whether you’re heading to a match, exploring FIFA Fan Festival™ or discovering all the incredible experiences across our region, ConnectKC26 has your transportation needs covered for the FIFA World Cup 26™ in Kansas City.
These services complement Kansas City’s existing transportation system to make exploring the city simple and stress-free.
Media
Kansas City Project Updates
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RESCHEDULED: Ramp closure on I-49 for lighting work in Jackson County, April 30
RESCHEDULED: JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will CLOSE the northbound I-49 ramp to MO 150 for lighting work on approx. Thursday, April 30 (revised from April 27) between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. All work is weather permitting...
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Kansas City area maintenance work for April 27 - May 1
LEE’S SUMMIT, MO – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing maintenance work throughout the Kansas City region from April 27 through May 1. All work is weather permitting.
JACKSON COUTNY
Route V (Noland Rd.) between Oflaherty Rd....
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Improve I-70 project: Lane and ramp closures on I-70 WB at Grain Valley, April 28
JACKSON COUNTY – Crews will conduct lane and ramp closures on Interstate 70 westbound near Grain Valley on Tuesday, April 28 for work relating to the Improve I-70: Blue Springs to Odessa project.
Scheduled lane and ramp closures
- I-70 westbound off...
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REVISED: Various ramp closures on US-169 for pavement repair, evening/overnight, April 24-28
CLAY COUNTY – Crews will be conducting various ramp closures on U.S. Highway 169 near Missouri Highway 9, evening and overnight, 7 p.m. until 6 a.m., Friday, April 24 until Tuesday, April 28, for pavement repair and guardrail improvement work. All...
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Ramp closures on I-435 and MO-210 in Clay County for lighting work, April 29
CLAY COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will CLOSE the following ramps on Interstate 435 and Missouri Highway 210 for lighting work. Motorists are encouraged to seek an alternative route. All work is weather permitting.
9:00 a.m. to 3...