Why did Disney get rid of Magic Express?

As we saw with many other Disney World “perks” at this time that went from free to becoming a paid experience, like the transformation of FastPass to Genie+ and Disney Resort hotel parking fees, the dissolution of the Magical Express was another way for the Disney company to save some money and buffer its revenue ...



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Taking a standard Uber vehicle from Orlando International Airport to Walt Disney World Resort costs around $35. The price increases to above $40 if you request a specialty vehicle. Add to that, an Uber ride between the airport and Disney World takes less than 30 minutes.

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I booked a stay at Disney World's most expensive resort, the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Even though I only live a couple of minutes from Disney World, I still enjoy a staycation. I was very excited to reserve a stay at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.

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The most affordable ride choice from MCO to Walt Disney World Dolphin is UberX. How long does it take to get from MCO to Walt Disney World Dolphin? The average duration for this ride is 29 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver should arrive at MCO.

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While you can get to all of the Disney World theme parks with Uber and Lyft, there are a couple of trips to use when entering the destination for your trip. Magic Kingdom: The standard pickup/drop off location is the “Ticket and Transportation Center”.

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Magical Express, the free bus transportation between Walt Disney World Resort Hotels and Orlando International Airport (MCO), was discontinued at the end of 2021 after more than 15 years in operation. Here's a roundup of your new, for-pay options when planning to get between the airport and Disney World.

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Meanwhile, guests of Deluxe Resorts and Deluxe Villas can take advantage of Extended Evening Hours on select dates at select parks. In 2024, Disney will introduce new good-to-go days that will allow Disney annual passholders and cast members to visit the theme parks without a theme park reservation.

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Guests are allowed to bring outside food and nonalcoholic beverage items into the park for self-consumption, provided they are not in glass containers and do not require heating, reheating, processing, refrigeration or temperature control and do not have pungent odors.

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Recently Permanently Closed Attractions and Dining Venues
  • Meet Merida at Fairytale Garden in Summer 2023.
  • Disney Enchantment on April 3, 2023.
  • Splash Mountain on January 23, 2023.
  • A Totally Tomorrowland Christmas Show on January 1, 2023.


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Guests are welcome to carry a bag or backpack with them into the theme parks. The maximum allowable bag size is 24 by 18 by 15. All Guests and their bags will undergo a security screening process prior to entering the theme parks and Disney Springs.

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Standard self-parking is complimentary for day Guests while they enjoy select dining, shopping, entertainment and recreation experiences at Disney Resort hotels. Complimentary standard parking is available to Guests staying at The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort.

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The current available annual pass, Disney Pixie Dust Pass, does include complimentary parking. If you decide to purchase Floria resident theme park tickets rather than an annual pass, a standard parking fee will apply to your visit.

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Disney World eliminated its tram services during the COVID-19 pandemic, returning the Trams to Magic Kingdom in 2021 and Animal Kingdom in 2022. This is the first time the services will be offered at all four parks since 2020. An exact date has not been announced yet.

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As of January 1, 2022, Disney World discontinued the Magical Express airport transportation service.

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