Where does Disney Riviera Skyliner go?

The Skyliner connects 4 resorts (Pop Century, Caribbean Beach, Art of Animation, Riviera) and 2 parks (Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios).



The Disney Skyliner station at the Riviera Resort acts as a central "transfer-free" hub for two major destinations. From this station, you can take a direct, non-stop flight to EPCOT, arriving at the International Gateway entrance (located between the UK and France pavilions). In the opposite direction, the gondola travels a very short distance to the Caribbean Beach Resort main hub. At this hub, you must disembark and transfer to a different line if you wish to go to Disney's Hollywood Studios or the Pop Century/Art of Animation resorts. Because the Riviera is located so close to the Caribbean Beach hub, it is one of the most conveniently located resorts for transportation. In 2026, it remains a favorite for "Skyliner Crawls," where guests visit various resort lounges along the line. The ride from Riviera to EPCOT is particularly scenic, offering a bird's-eye view of the World Showcase and the France pavilion's Ratatouille expansion.

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This grand, state-of-the-art gondola system conveniently connects Disney's Hollywood Studios and International Gateway at EPCOT to the following Disney Resort hotels:
  • Disney's Art of Animation Resort.
  • Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort.
  • Disney's Pop Century Resort.
  • Disney's Riviera Resort.


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From Disney's Riviera Resort to: Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort: 3 minutes. Disney's Hollywood Studios: 8 minutes.

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Travel Around Walt Disney World Resort Each Disney Skyliner gondola can seat up to ten guests, traveling along six miles of cable to Disney Hollywood Studios, Epcot, Disney's Riviera Resort, Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney's Pop Century Resort, and Disney's Art of Animation Resort.

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In addition, the Epcot station puts you within a short walk to the Boardwalk entertainment district where you'll find lots of restaurants and things to do. Important note: You can't get to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, or Disney Springs from the Disney Skyliner.

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The Disney Skyliner transportation system opened in fall 2019 at Walt Disney World Resort and has since been taking guests on the most magical flight on earth! It joins the many wonderful, free transportation options (buses, ferryboats and monorails) that take guests around the parks, hotels and entertainment areas.

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While you won't be able to walk from Disney's Riviera Resort to any of the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, you will have access to convenient complimentary transportation options during your stay.

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Is a Skyliner Resort Worth it? The easy answer is: YES! Skyliner resorts provide you with easy access to two of Disney parks, not to mention all of the other resorts on the Skyliner route and the resorts in the EPCOT area for you to explore and enjoy an extension of dining options beyond your own resort.

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Does the Skyliner close if it rains? During storms or high winds, or if lightning has been detected nearby, the Disney Skyliner does close. When that happens, bus transportation will be provided.

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Everywhere You Can Dine on the Skyliner. Just like with the buses, boats, and monorail, anyone visiting Walt Disney World can use the Disney Skyliner. And, you don't have to be staying at one of the Skyliner resorts to ride it, either.

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Disney Skyliner Stations The gondolas have stations located at the International Gateway entrance of Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Pop Century, Art of Animation, and Disney's Riviera Resort with the HUB located at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort.

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When you take the Disney Skyliner to EPCOT, you will exit the Disney Skyliner at the EPCOT International Gateway. The EPCOT International Gateway is located in EPCOT'S World Showcase area. If you are planning to board the monorail from EPCOT, then you would need to pass through EPCOT and exit the front entrance.

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Located next to EPCOT and Disney's Caribbean Beach is Walt Disney World's newest DVC resort, the Riviera.

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The driving distance from Disney's Riviera Resort to Magic Kingdom is only 5 miles (8 km), and the drive should only take 10 – 15 minutes. Another benefit of taking an Uber or Lyft is that they typically drive to Magic Kingdom faster than the slower Disney buses.

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Anyone can ride the Skyliner; you don't have to be staying at a Disney Resort. Probably the easiest way to catch a ride on the Skyliner (if you aren't staying at a resort with a station or if you are staying offsite) is to board at either Hollywood Studios or Epcot.

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There are no tickets required for the Disney Gondolas either, just walk up to the station, get in line and get in. In fact, riding the Skyliner is one of our favorite Free Things to Do in Walt Disney World!

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According to Disney it will take about 9 minutes to go from Epcot to the Riviera Resort. Estimated Disney Skyliner Ride Times are: Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort to Disney's Pop Century Resort or Disney's Art of Animation Resort: less than 6 minutes.

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