Travelling between World Cup 2030 host cities is one of the biggest challenges of the tournament. The matches are spread across Spain, Portugal and Morocco — three countries, two continents, 17 cities and 20 stadiums. Some journeys are easy, others take real planning. Here is how to move between the host cities like a seasoned traveller.

The good news is that the three main host countries are compact and well connected. Spain and Portugal share high-speed rail and short flights, and Morocco's train network links its northern cities. The challenge is crossing between countries — especially the Strait of Gibraltar — and doing it on a fan's budget.

High-speed rail is the best way to travel within Spain and Portugal. Spain's AVE network connects Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Zaragoza and Valencia, while Portugal's trains link Lisbon and Porto in under three hours. Cross-border trains between Spain and Portugal are slower, so many fans will use buses or flights for those journeys.

Crossing between Spain, Portugal and Morocco means dealing with two currencies and two visa regimes. Spain and Portugal use the euro and sit inside the Schengen Area, so one visa covers both. Morocco uses the dirham and has its own entry rules — many nationalities can enter visa-free for short stays, but check the requirements for your passport well before travelling. Carry some cash in both currencies, keep your passport on you when crossing borders, and remember that your phone plan may not cover Morocco, so check roaming charges or buy a local SIM on arrival.