Hello there, Kelly!
Welcome to planDisney! We are thrilled to have you here and answer your very first question. It is an honor to help fellow Guests as they plan memorable adventures at The Most Magical Place on Earth.
As someone who does not enjoy driving while on vacation, I just love taking advantage of
Disney complimentary transportation to travel around the Walt Disney World Resort. Complimentary transportation is one of my favorite Disney Resort hotel Guest benefits because it allows me to conveniently, comfortably, and safely come and go as I please.
Kelly,
bus service between
Disney Resorts Collection hotels and the theme parks usually begins 45 minutes before theme park opening time and ends one hour after closing. If you are attending a special event, like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, or have an early or late dining or experience reservation, do not worry. Walt Disney World Bus Service is aware there are Guests with reservations outside regular theme park hours, so be sure to check with Cast Members at your Disney Resort hotel and at the theme parks to confirm transportation times back to the parks and back to your resort.
Besides using Disney complimentary transportation, I also recommend trying
Minnie Van service, which is my go-to transportation option whenever I want to get somewhere faster and have the chance to relax even more while traveling between destinations inside the Walt Disney World Resort. Although Minnie Van is a Disney-owned and Disney-operated service, it is not included with complimentary transportation options. You can easily request and pay for a ride through the Lyft app.
planDisney tip: Did you know you can check what time the next bus will arrive at your Disney Resort hotel via the
My Disney Experience app? I really like this feature because it allows you to spend more time in your room and less time waiting at the bus stop. You can quickly see estimates for when the next bus will depart your resort and when it will arrive at your destination. To access this feature, open the My Disney Experience app on your mobile device during your stay, find your resort reservation details, and select “See Bus Times.”
It was a pleasure answering your question, Kelly. I hope this information is helpful and that you have an unforgettable visit to the Walt Disney World Resort!
Best magical wishes,
Thiana