Disneyland Shuttle Service Ending, Causing Headaches for Guests

The Anaheim Resort Transit (ART) bus system that shuttled visitors from nearby hotels to the theme park is shutting down, leaving many guests with fewer transportation options.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 2:39pm

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The governing board of the Anaheim Transportation Network has voted to wind down operations of the Anaheim Resort Transit (ART) bus system, which has provided shuttle service from nearby hotels to the Disneyland Resort. This move will make getting to Disneyland much more difficult for many guests who previously relied on the affordable and convenient ART buses, as they will now have to walk further, pay for rideshares, or drive and pay for parking at the theme park.

Why it matters

The ART bus system has been an important transportation option for Disneyland visitors staying at nearby hotels, many of which are more affordable than the resort's own hotels. With ART shutting down, these guests will face added hassle and expense to reach the parks, potentially deterring some from visiting Disneyland altogether.

The details

The ART bus system has been running at a financial deficit for some time, leading the Anaheim Transportation Network's governing board to vote to wind down operations after March 31, 2026. This will impact guests staying at the dozens of hotels within a few blocks of Disneyland, as they will no longer have the convenient and affordable ART shuttle option. Some may have to walk further to the parks, pay for rideshares or taxis, or drive and pay for Disneyland's parking, which is already expensive and could get even pricier.

  • The Anaheim Transportation Network's governing board voted to end ART bus operations after March 31, 2026.
  • Disneyland's new parking lot under construction is expected to be completed sometime after the ART shutdown.

The players

Anaheim Transportation Network

The governing body that oversees the Anaheim Resort Transit (ART) bus system, which is shutting down operations after March 31, 2026.

Disneyland Resort

The iconic theme park resort in Anaheim, California that has relied on the ART bus system to shuttle visitors from nearby hotels.

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What they’re saying

“As somebody who has frequently used ART buses when staying off property, and who generally uses the Toy Story Lot when parking at Disneyland, whatever happens here certainly has the potential to change how I get to Disneyland a lot of the time.”

— Dirk Libbey

What’s next

It remains unclear what transportation options Disneyland will be able to provide for guests parking at the Toy Story Lot once the ART bus service ends. The resort may need to implement its own shuttle system in time to avoid disruptions.

The takeaway

The end of the ART bus system is a significant inconvenience for many Disneyland visitors who have relied on the affordable and convenient shuttle service from nearby hotels. This change could deter some guests from visiting the resort, highlighting the importance of accessible and affordable transportation options for theme park destinations.