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Where does the Skyliner pick up?

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.



The Disney Skyliner gondola system has five main "pick-up" stations that connect two theme parks and four resort areas. The primary stations are located at EPCOT (International Gateway) and Disney's Hollywood Studios (near the front entrance). The central hub of the entire system is the Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort station; this is where all three lines meet and where most passengers must transfer to reach their final destination. Additionally, there are stations at Disney's Riviera Resort (which serves as a stop on the EPCOT line) and a shared station located on the bridge between Disney's Pop Century Resort and Disney's Art of Animation Resort. In 2026, the Skyliner typically begins operating one hour before Early Theme Park Entry and runs until 90 minutes after the parks close. It is a free transportation service for all guests, providing a "flight" across the resort with birds-eye views of the parks and waterways.

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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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Riviera Resort to Epcot: 9 minutes.

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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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Do I Need a Park Ticket To Ride the Disney Skyliner? No, you don't. The Skyliner drops you off outside the entrance to both parks, so you don't need a ticket for the Skyliner.

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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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The quickest way to get to Magic Kingdom Park from Disney's Hollywood Studios is by taking the direct bus. They typically arrive about every 20 minutes, and then it's about a 10-minute ride to your destination.

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The Magic Kingdom doesn't actually have a parking lot. Instead, guests can park at the Transportation and Ticket Center. They can then take either the Walt Disney World Monorail or a ferry boat across the Seven Seas Lagoon to reach the Magic Kingdom. Take the Monorail to Magic Kingdom!

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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.

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The themed gondolas are fun to see gliding across the sky and riding in one adds an extra bit of pixie dust to your day. The operating hours for Disney Skyliner vary based on theme park hours, but they typically start running around 8:00 AM and go until 10:00 PM.

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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 Walt Disney World monorail is completely free, and is open for any guest to ride without a ticket. Just know that you may have to pay for parking if you're looking to park and ride.

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