Guide to Transportation at Walt Disney World® Resort

So much goes into planning a vacation to Walt Disney World® Resort, it’s a relief to know that once you arrive, getting around is a breeze. Whether you choose to glide, drive, sail or soar, there are so many ways to get from one place to the next using the different modes of transportation available at Walt Disney World® Resort. As you’re dreaming up your next visit, be sure to use special vacation financing with your Disney® Visa® Credit Card to make that trip a reality!¹

Disney Modes of Travel

1. The Disney Skyliner

When you’re touring Walt Disney World® Resort, why not opt for a bird’s-eye view? The Disney Skyliner will soar you and your family to new heights via a state-of-the-art aerial gondola system. Travel the skies to Disney’s Hollywood Studios® and the International Gateway at EPCOT® while you enjoy incredible views. You and your loved ones can catch the Disney Skyliner from the following resorts:

• Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
• Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
• Disney’s Pop Century Resort
• Disney’s Riviera Resort

NOTE: Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, Disney’s Boardwalk Villas and Disney’s Yacht Club Resort are all located within walking distance of the International Gateway skyliner stop.

2. Walt Disney World® Bus Transportation

Sit back, relax and let friendly Cast Members do the driving! Walt Disney World® Bus Service runs continuously, so the iconic vehicles are easy to spot around the resort. Decorated in eye-catching wraps, the buses are complimentary and air-conditioned, so you can ride in cool comfort throughout the Walt Disney World® Resort and all Disney Resort hotels.

3. Walt Disney World® Water Transportation

Drift away in bliss on the Walt Disney World® Resort boats that turns your travels into leisurely cruises. Charming water launches serve as the water taxis, which sail in 15- to 30-minute intervals to the Magic Kingdom® Park and resorts, EPCOT®, Disney’s Hollywood Studios® and Disney Springs®. Your party can board the water taxis at pickup points available from the following resorts:

Magic Kingdom® Park and Magic Kingdom Area Resorts and Resort hotels

• Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
• Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
• The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
• The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
• Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
• Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
• Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
• Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
• Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
• The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

EPCOT® and Disney’s Hollywood Studios®

• Walt Disney World® Dolphin Hotel
• Walt Disney World® Swan Hotel
• Walt Disney World® Swan Reserve

Disney Springs®

• Disney’s Old Key West Resort
• Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
• Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
• Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

4. Walt Disney World® Monorail Transportation

Walt Disney himself called the Monorail the public transit of the future, and it really makes getting where you want to go a breeze! This world-famous system runs three lines which begin operating 30 minutes before Magic Kingdom® Park opens and stop one hour after Magic Kingdom® Park shuts its gates. The Resort Monorail stops at Magic Kingdom® Park, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC). The EPCOT® Monorail and the Express Monorail routes begin at the TTC and provide express round-trip service to both EPCOT® and Magic Kingdom® Park. You can glide onto the Monorail from the following resorts:

• Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
• Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
• Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
• Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

5. Minnie Van™ Service

While this whimsical personal ride service isn’t complimentary, the Minnie Van™ Connected by Lyft can be a great option for Guests. These fun, themed vehicles driven by Cast Members offer accessible service. Easy to request directly from your Lyft app, Minnie Van™ Service provides rides to all the Walt Disney World® Resort and Disney Resort hotels.

Airport Transportation

While there is no official airport shuttle service to Walt Disney World® Resort, you’ve got loads of options for transportation to and from Orlando International Airport. Car rental offers flexibility and convenience when you book through one of Walt Disney World® Resort’s preferred partners, Enterprise Rent-A-Car®, Alamo® or National®, available at the airport and the resort’s Car Care Center. The Lyft app also provides a variety of modes for your family’s travel needs, from standard sedans to spacious SUVs at your request.

Parking

Theme Parks

Disney Resort hotel Guests get free parking at all of the theme parks, with a variety of parking choices available across Walt Disney World® Resort. Any Guest who prefers to drive pays one convenient fee for a parking pass that’s good all day at all four theme parks: Magic Kingdom® Park, Disney’s Hollywood Studios^®, Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Park and EPCOT®. Special preferred parking lots are located close to the theme park entrances for an additional charge.

Electric Vehicles/ EV Charging

Electric vehicle drivers can rest assured that a number of Charge Point charging stations are now available in parking lots at locations throughout Walt Disney World® Resort. Upon arrival, Guests are able to ask a Cast Member for directions to charge ports, which are first-come, first-served. Beyond the parks, EV charging stations can be found at the following properties:

• Disney Springs®
• Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
• Disney’s Riviera Resort
• Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

We’ve truly covered a lot of ground when it comes to all the transportation options at Walt Disney World® Resort! Getting to your destination can be as easy as drifting along the waterways or coasting through the Monorail System, with a sprinkling of magic around every bend. And as a Cardmember, don’t forget to take advantage of special vacation financing when booking your next family vacation!¹