How long does it take to get from French Quarter to Disney Springs by boat?

The journey time between Riverside and French Quarter is about five minutes and the onward trip from French Quarter to Disney Springs takes another 15 minutes.



The "Sassagoula River Cruise" from Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter to Disney Springs takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes once the boat has departed the dock. The service typically begins at 10:00 AM daily and runs until around 11:30 PM, with boats arriving every 20 minutes. The journey is famously tranquil, winding past the Treehouse Villas and the Saratoga Springs Resort. It is important to note that if you are traveling from the neighboring Port Orleans - Riverside, the journey takes about 25 minutes because the boat usually stops at French Quarter first. In 2026, this remains one of the most popular "hidden gem" transportation options at Walt Disney World, often preferred over the bus because it drops guests off at the Marketplace dock in Disney Springs, putting you steps away from the World of Disney store and Ghirardelli. However, during peak hours (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM), wait times for a boat can exceed 30 minutes, so plan accordingly.

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Is there a way to take a boat from Saratoga Springs to Port Orleans French Quarter?” Hi Ellen - there isn't a way to take a boat directly from Saratoga Springs to Port Orleans French Quarter. However, you can take a boat to Downtown Disney and transfer to a boat headed to Port Orleans.

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A relaxing boat ride is a beautiful way to get to Disney Springs from Disney's French Quarter Resort. Whether you're at this location for iconic Mickey beignets or this lovely resort is your home away from home during your stay, this scenic route is a fabulous transportation option.

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The boats run approximately every 20 minutes during the day, and more frequently during the evening. The trip from Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter to Disney Springs takes around 15 minutes.

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Disney Springs Transporation is offered daily from 10:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m., every 20 minutes. Yellow route - Sassagoula River Cruise goes to and from Port Orleans French Quarter and Riverside from the Marketplace Dock. Green route - services The Landing to and from Old Key West.

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Boat leaves every 20 minutes traveling from Port Orleans Resorts to Downtown Disney Marketplace from 10am - 4pm, and every 10 minutes from 4pm - 11pm. The final departure time from the resorts is 11:00pm. The final departure time from Downtown Disney is 11:30pm.

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Water taxi service is available from several Walt Disney World Resort hotels, such as Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Riverside, as well as Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa and Disney's Old Key West Resort. These water taxis are free for Guest usage to arrive and depart from Disney Springs.

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Visiting & Hours | Disney Springs. Today's Hours 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Hours vary per venue and are subject to change. Today's Hours 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Hours vary per venue and are subject to change.

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The big draw at Disney Springs is its excellent restaurants ? there are at least half-a-dozen really good places to eat. Disney Springs also has good shopping options, and plenty of bars and snack stands. It's also much easier to get to Disney Springs than ever before.

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Disney Springs often gets overlooked when Guests are planning their Walt Disney World Resort itinerary and then they do not have enough time to enjoy everything this area has to offer. Yes, you can absolutely spend an entire day at Disney Springs! Let's start the day with some serious shopping.

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The walk from the lobby building of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter to the Ol' Man Island pool at Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside is about a 1/2 mile walk (a little less than 1 km). It should not take you more than 12-15 minutes as you stroll alongside the Sassagoula River.

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Transportation at Port Orleans French Quarter It is accessible from Disney Springs by boat, and from Port Orleans — Riverside by boat or walking.

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