Bus at Bus Stop location at resort
  • On Oct 23, 2022
    Ashley from PA 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! What time do the buses start running from DisneyWorld Resort hotels? I have seen 1 hour prior to parki opening. Is this the early entry park opening? How do you get to the park prior to this? Are there buses that run less frenquently?

    Hi Ashley!

    Generally, the complimentary bus transportation at the Walt Disney World Resort Hotels begins picking up guests from their resort 45 minutes to one hour prior to the park opening. A new bus typically arrives approximately every 15 minutes. Buses may run more or less frequently, but the cadence is often determined based on crowd levels and other variables. If the park is scheduled to open early for Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Guests, the buses will begin running 45 minutes to one hour prior to the early entry time. 

    For example, if the Early Theme Park Entry for Disney's Magic Kingdom is 7:30 AM, the buses will begin running between 6:30-6:45 AM. I usually like to arrive at the bus stop one hour prior to the park opening, as it allows me to be one of the first in line and avoid crowds in the morning. At Disney's Magic Kingdom, guests are usually allowed to walk along Main Street prior to the official park opening, so this is a great way to start the day! 

    If you want to arrive even earlier, you can drive to the park. Usually, the Tickets and Transportation Center (TTC) opens two hours prior to the park's official opening.

    Buses typically pick up guests every 15 minutes. Buses may run more or less frequently, but the cadence is often determined based on crowd levels and other variables. 

    I hope you have a magical vacation!
    Magically,
    Stacy
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