The faster you can get your vacation started, the better! Thankfully Disney World makes it quick and easy to get to the parks…so you can get to the fun part of your trip. If you fly into the Orlando airport and are staying at a Disney hotel, there’s no need to worry about you transportation. The Disney Magical Express will get you (and your luggage) where you need to go!
Reservations
Using the Magical Express does require advance reservations. You can make these when you first book your trip…or (if you don’t have your flight information yet) you can add Magical Express at a later date. Don’t leave your arrangements to the very last minute though! Disney’s Magical Express can help sort out your luggage, but they need to mail you luggage tags a few weeks before your trip. (If you forget, don’t despair. You can provide your baggage claim numbers to a representative at the airport.)
Once you arrive….
No need to worry about anything. Just follow the signs to Disney’s Magical Express and scan your MagicBand or show a copy of your reservation conformation. A Disney representative will direct you to a bus and you’ll be on your way shortly!
How long does it take to get to my hotel?
That depends on your hotel. Each bus makes a couple different stops. But overall, you can expect your trip from the airport to take somewhere between 30 minutes to 1 hour.
What about my luggage?
You’re welcome to collect your checked luggage and bring it with you to the buses. Or, if you don’t want to deal with your luggage yourself, Disney will be happy to do it for you and deliver your luggage directly to your room. This can take several extra hours, however, so make sure you pack anything important in your carryon (including your MagicBands).
Early or Late arrivals
Does your plane get into the airport exceptionally early or late? Don’t worry. Disney has you covered. Magical Express transportation is available 24 hours a day. However, if you arrive between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM, you’ll have to pick up your luggage yourself.
Getting back to the airport
Disney’s Magical Express will make sure you make it back to the airport in plenty of time for your flight home. Some hotels will even let you check in for your flight and check your luggage right there!
The day before you head home, keep an eye out for your departure information which will be delivered to your hotel room. This will not only let you know when your bus leaves, it is also your ticket for your transport back to the airport.
So kick back…let Disney deal with the details…and enjoy your vacation!
