Fireworks at Magic Kingdom
  • On Aug 20, 2026
    Stephanie from MA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    What's the fastest way back to Epcot from Magic Kingdom after the fireworks? Taking the bus to boardwalk or getting on the monorail.

    Hi, Stephanie!

    Watching the Happily Ever After fireworks extravaganza is just about the perfect way to end a day at the Magic Kingdom. It is truly the icing on the cake after a day full of magic. If time allows, you might also enjoy Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away nighttime parade. My favorite parade float has Peter Pan and Wendy soaring...truly spectacular! 

    As you depart Magic Kingdom, your most efficient way back to EPCOT will be to hop on the Express Monorail to the TTC where you can transfer to the EPCOT monorail line. The lines can get long as many guests exit following the fireworks, so please allow extra time in your travel plans. The EPCOT monorail station is in the front of the park in the main EPCOT parking lot. 

    If you choose to take a bus to a Boardwalk Resort, you may have to wait for a few buses to cycle through before boarding due to limited space. The entrance to EPCOT, if coming from a Boardwalk area resort, will be at the International Gateway in the back of the park near the France Pavilion.  

    Just a bit of advice as you plan: Please be aware of park hours. If you plan to visit EPCOT following the Magic Kingdom fireworks, make sure EPCOT will still be within its operating hours. If you are needing to get back to your car, then the monorail will be your better option since the station is in the parking lot. If you arrive after hours at the International Gateway, you will be unable to cut through EPCOT to get back to the front of the park. 

    If you have any questions regarding transportation while in Walt Disney World, please ask any friendly Cast Member who will be able to assist you. In no time at all, you will be zipping around property on buses, monorails, and even the Disney Skyliner

    Wishing you a very magical time in Walt Disney World. Say "HI" to my pals Mickey and Minnie for me when you see them!

    Cathy
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Meet the Panelist: Cathy, Ohio

Hi, I'm Cathy from Cleveland. I love to travel, especially in the winter to escape the cold of Ohio! My husband and 2 kids share my enthusiasm for travel, so we enjoy our adventures together whether it is sailing with Disney Cruise Line, running (or cheering!) at runDisney events, taking hula lessons at Aulani, or vacationing at the Walt Disney World which is our home away from home. I am proud to be a part of the planDisney team and cannot wait to share my tips and advice for a magical vacation. Learn More About Cathy

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