AA: WDW Bus transportation; multigenerational
  • On Mar 30, 2026
    Eliza from VA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi—I saw posts today claiming guests must have a dining, activity, or resort reservation to ride complimentary buses from Disney Springs to a WDW resort. I can’t find anything official confirming this—do you know if it’s true?

    Hi Eliza!

    Welcome back to planDisney!  I'm so glad you stopped by to see us again with another great - and very timely - question!

    Disney offers an impressive resort transportation system to help Guests get to the magic during their stay, Eliza.  A few of my fellow panelists are visiting Walt Disney World Resort right now and have confirmed that Cast Members at Disney Springs are currently verifying reservations before Guests can board buses to Disney Resort hotels.  This sometimes happens throughout the year, particularly at peak travel times such as holiday breaks.  If you'd like to visit a resort hotel without a reservation, you are welcome to park at one of the theme parks and access complimentary transportation from there. 

    Before I go, I'd like to share a fun transportation tip with you!  Did you know that your My Disney Experience Mobile App includes a Car Locator feature?  You can enable location services to save your parking location or manually enter your parking details to access later.  After a day full of Mickey-shaped snacks, character hugs, thrilling rides, and Disney fun, this can prove to be a handy way to find your car quickly!  

    I hope this information has been helpful, Eliza!  If you have any other questions, please stop by to see us again here at planDisney - we're all ears!

    Cheers,
    Kristi
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Meet the Panelist: Kristi, Maryland

Hi! I'm Kristi and I've been making magical memories at the Walt Disney World Resort since my first visit in 1989. While I cherished my childhood visits, my favorite memories have come sharing all of the excitement and wonder of a Disney Parks vacation with my husband and three boys. Whether you're planning a runDisney racecation, a trip with little ones, a land and sea adventure, or anything in between, I'm ready to help you make some bibbidi-bobbidi-beautiful plans for your next Disney Parks vacation! Learn More About Kristi

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