{"id":161156,"date":"2026-02-03T01:23:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T01:23:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/161156\/"},"modified":"2026-02-03T01:23:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T01:23:09","slug":"shuttle-service-between-disneyland-and-anaheim-hotels-shutting-down-permanently","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/161156\/","title":{"rendered":"Shuttle Service Between Disneyland and Anaheim Hotels Shutting Down Permanently"},"content":{"rendered":"

It is more common for Disneyland guests to stay at the many off-site hotels<\/a> surrounding the Disneyland Resort<\/a> than a Disney-owned hotel on property. This has been the norm at Disneyland for years. This creates a consistent need for reliable transportation between area hotels, the Disney theme parks, and other local venues.<\/p>\n

One of the primary transit providers serving this role since the 1990s is going to be ceasing operations, which will have a big impact on guests who visit Disneyland and stay off-site. At Mickey Visit, we report on Disney news like the Disneyland After Dark event details<\/a> and ride changes at a major thrill ride at Disneyland<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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Anaheim Transportation Network Ceasing Operations\"Art<\/p>\n

Art Shuttle bus stop near Disneyland<\/p>\n

The popular Anaheim Transportation Network (ATN) will begin winding down operations with the final conclusion of service on March 31, 2026.<\/p>\n

The Anaheim Transportation Network serves more than 8 million riders annually, largely through its ART shuttle bus system<\/a>. ART serves the Disneyland Resort area and provides transportation between nearby hotels and tourist attractions, including Disneyland. This service has long been an important part of Anaheim’s tourism infrastructure and is one that many guests, including members of the Mickey Visit team, have relied on over the years.<\/p>\n

The Anaheim Resort Transportation (ART) shuttle system is a network of about 19 routes, that include fixed and on-demand routes. They connect the Disneyland Resort to over 80 area hotels, the Anaheim Convention Center, and local attractions like the Honda Center and Angel Stadium.<\/p>\n

As of early 2026, standard one-way fares are $4.00 for adults and $1.50 for children (ages 3\u20139) and seniors, though most travelers opt for the better-value All-Day Pass at $6.00. For longer stays, multi-day passes are available, such as a 3-day pass for $16.00 or a 5-day pass for $25.00, all of which can be purchased via the “A-Way WeGo” mobile app or at various kiosks.<\/p>\n

The decision was announced on January 29 and initially reported in the Orange County Register<\/a>, when the governing board, made up of hoteliers and other resort interests, voted unanimously to wind down services.<\/p>\n

Why Is ATN Shutting Down?\"disneyland<\/p>\n

disneyland art shuttle<\/p>\n

According to the article from the Orange County Register, the Anaheim Transportation Network has faced structural budget deficits for several years. ATN is funded through a combination of hotel contributions, which are based on room counts, and rider fares. While hotel contributions have increased over time, with annual increases capped at five percent, those adjustments have not been sufficient to keep pace with rising labor costs. Agency officials have said that more than 70 percent of ATN’s operating expenses are dedicated to labor.<\/p>\n

The Anaheim Transportation Network Board of Directors shared the following statement with the Orange County Register:<\/p>\n

“For nearly three decades, the Anaheim Transportation Network has supported mobility in the Anaheim Resort, serving residents, employees, and millions of visitors. After an extended evaluation of our current and future financial position and exhausting all options, ATN will begin an orderly wind down of operations. This transition will be implemented in a manner that allows for coordination and transparency as services are responsibly concluded.”<\/p>\n

The City of Anaheim previously explored the possibility of taking over the Anaheim Transportation Network last year. At the time, ATN and the city signed a letter of intent to formally explore a potential acquisition, which we reported on in our initial coverage<\/a>. The goal of a potential takeover was to stabilize the agency’s finances without increasing the fees paid by hoteliers. However, those discussions ultimately appear to have been unsuccessful.<\/p>\n

Disneyland Rideshare Usage Likely Will Increase\"lyft<\/p>\n

lyft drop off disneyland<\/p>\n

Once ART ceases to operate, the most economical option will be for guests to utilize Uber\/Lyft at Disneyland<\/a>, which is roughly about $7 for a one-way ride. This is a pretty comparable price option with the ART shuttle, which costs $4.00 for adults (ages 10 and up) and $1.50 for children (ages 3 to 9) and senior (65+) or disabled riders. Of course, rideshares are far less convenient for guests using strollers or e-scooters, which is a key part of the service’s appeal in the first place.<\/p>\n

Currently, the rideshare pick-up and drop-off process at Disneyland is fairly chaotic, with the Harbor Boulevard area far too small to accommodate existing demand. The good news is that a new parking structure and transportation hub are part of the future DisneylandForward expansion<\/a>, which will create a more efficient area for rideshare drop-offs and improve traffic flow throughout the resort.<\/p>\n

Along with that, a few months ago, we shared that the city is considering a gondola system<\/a>, among other potential transportation options, as a more innovative way to move guests around the city, including hotel guests traveling to Disneyland.<\/p>\n

While the end of the popular ART service will impact many guests visiting Disneyland, there is hope that new transportation improvements will not be far behind. In the meantime, we can likely expect increased demand and even more congestion in the current Disneyland rideshare area at the end of the night once ART is no longer an option.<\/p>\n

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