A Disney Springs Transportation Rule Is Coming Back — And You’re Not Going To Like It

This past spring, Disney Springs started a new rule where guests using the bus system had to have a dining or hotel reservation for the resort they were going to. It was in place during a holiday weekend, likely to control the crowds and limit how many guests were able to use the free transportation and visit the hotels.

Disney Springs

While the rule stopped shortly after the holiday, we spoke to a Cast Member at Disney Springs who said it’s coming back and there’s no plan to end it.

We heard people online talking about the rule coming back, but we went to Disney Springs to see for ourselves. When speaking with a security Cast Member, we were told that the new rule is either starting June 22nd or 28th with no set end date. It will also include the boats in addition to the buses.

Cast Members checking MagicBands

The transportation will still be available from Disney Springs, but you will need to show proof to be able to get on. You can show a hotel or restaurant reservation, but if you’re just coming to check out the resorts, you might run into some issues.

Blockades put up

What do you do when you want to visit the resorts? The easiest way to do so would be to park at one of the four theme parks and use the bus, boat, monorail, or Skyliner transportation to get to your chosen resort. If you’re not an Annual Passholder or hotel guest, you will have to pay for parking.

EPCOT parking lot

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Not wanting to pay for parking? You can take a rideshare option like Uber or Lyft, but you would still need to be dropped off at one of the parks, not the hotels. For a while now, resorts have required a hotel or dining reservation for your rideshare driver to drive you into the resorts. Heading to the closest theme park is the easiest way to get around for now.

Disney World Rideshare sign

This rule is likely coming back due to crowds. As we get into the summer months, everywhere around Disney World tends to get busier, and while we enjoy resort hopping, visiting all the different spots, and trying new food, it’s becoming a bit more difficult.

Westside Bus Loop

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