How do I transfer between Disney parks?

Transportation – Frequently Asked Questions
  1. Magic Kingdom park and EPCOT are connected via monorail.
  2. EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios are connected via boat.
  3. Magic Kingdom park and Disney's Hollywood Studios are connected via bus.
  4. Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park is connected to the 3 other theme parks via bus.




In 2026, transferring between Disney parks depends on which resort you are visiting. At Walt Disney World in Florida, there is an extensive, complimentary transportation network. Magic Kingdom and EPCOT are connected via the Monorail (requiring a transfer at the Transportation and Ticket Center). EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios are linked by the Disney Skyliner (aerial gondolas) or by boat (the "Friendship" boats). All four theme parks are also connected by a massive bus network that runs every 20 minutes. For a faster, paid option, you can use the Minnie Van Service via the Lyft app. At Disneyland Resort in California, transferring is much simpler; the entrances to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure are located directly across from each other in the Esplanade, requiring only a short walk. If you have a "Park Hopper" ticket, you can move between the two California parks starting at 11:00 AM, allowing for seamless transitions throughout the day.

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From Magic Kingdom: Take the EPCOT monorail line. From Disney's Hollywood Studios: Take the Friendship boat or Disney Skyliner, or use the walkway to EPCOT. From Disney's Animal Kingdom: Take the bus. From Disney Resort hotels: EPCOT is accessible by bus from most of Disney's Resort hotels.

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Our complimentary network of buses, boats and monorails can transport you between Disney Resort hotels, theme parks, water parks and shopping venues.

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You now can only park hop AFTER 2PM. So you'll have to wait until well after lunchtime if you're planning on visiting another park. However, this rule is different for Annual Passholders.

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To get from Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge to Hollywood Studios, you will catch direct Disney Bus transportation from the bus stop at the resort.

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Michael, if you use Walt Disney World Resort bus transportation from one of the Disney's All-Star Resorts to Magic Kingdom Park, you will be dropped off at the Magic Kingdom Park bus terminal. This bus terminal is a short walk from the Magic Kingdom Park entry and exit points.

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If riding the monorail isn't your thing, you can travel, albeit indirectly, from the Magic Kingdom to EPCOT via bus. Simply walk from the Magic Kingdom to any of the resort hotels around the Seven Seas Lagoon – the Contemporary (the closest), Polynesian Village, or Grand Floridian – and hop an EPCOT bus from there.

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Epcot is a lot more relaxed, theres a few good rides but there is the world showcase for you to explore there is also fireworks every night . I would go for HS but it would be very close. If Pixar is important definitely Hollywood Studios.

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Doing both Magic Kingdom and EPCOT in one day requires a Park Hopper add-on to your ticket. Park Hopper add-ons are $65 per 1-day ticket, $75 per 2 or 3-day ticket, and $85 per 4 to 10-day ticket.

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Epcot may not reach capacity as often as Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom, but some days are still better than others. For the shortest waits at Epcot, aim to visit: Tuesdays and Wednesdays (top pick) Mondays and Thursdays (second best, however Thursday evenings can sometimes be a little rowdy)

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The Genie 120-minute rule says that you can make a new reservation at most 2 hours from when you made the last one, and this countdown timer doesn't change if you modify the reservation. If you made it at, say, 11 a.m., then your two hours will be up at 1 p.m. even if you modify the reservation at noon.

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Off-peak times fall around January, February, September, and early November. Discounts on vacation packages booked directly through Disney (which combine park tickets and hotel stays) can be found year-round, though they're most common at these less-crowded times.

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Non-alcoholic drinks and waters are totally something you can bring into Disney, it's even encouraged! It is so nice to have a drink on hand whenever you need to quench your thirst. You can bring refillable water bottles and refill them at water stations throughout the parks.

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First off, it's essential to know that you can travel to the Animal Kingdom by bus or by car, but this park does not have monorail or boat service. Since this is such a popular destination, it is crucial to arrive early if you want to experience everything.

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