Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Bus Schedule (With Stops)
One of the perks of staying at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa is having complimentary bus service to and from select theme parks and Disney Springs. While you’ll find multiple transportation options at the resort, some destinations require a bus ride. So for this article, we’ll focus specifically on the resort’s bus schedule, including average travel times and what to expect during your stay.
Unfortunately, we can’t predict how long you’ll wait for a bus. However, we’ve tracked multiple routes to provide real travel-time averages from Grand Floridian to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs. (These destinations all require a bus ride when using the resort’s complimentary transportation options.)
Other options include the monorail, boat service, bus service, and walking. However, each option is restricted to unique destinations. As of this update, Grand Floridian no longer shares a bus route with the Polynesian. So you won’t have any extra stops on the way to or from the parks. This is how the routes work:
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort (Resort Stop)
- Disney Springs (Destination)
The return trip looks like this:
- Disney Springs (Board Bus)
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort (Destination)
Bus Stop Location at the Grand Floridian
The Grand Floridian bus stop is outside the main entrance on the right. The bus stop is at the end of a covered walkway leading to the nearby convention center. If you walk out the front doors and don’t see it, ask a cast member, and they’ll point you in the right direction. The bus stop is partially covered with several benches. It’s a small area that gets a little congested during the busier times of day.
Average Bus Times for Disney’s Grand Floridian
Here are our bus travel times for Disney’s Grand Floridian. Our travel times do not include how long we waited for the bus. Wait-time signs are posted at the resort bus stop and indicate when the next bus will arrive. The times below reflect the travel time between the resort and the destination. They average several trips and do not account for extenuating circumstances like heavy traffic.
| Buses From: | To: | Time: |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Floridian | Hollywood Studios | 13 minutes |
| Grand Floridian | Disney’s Animal Kingdom | 20 minutes |
| Grand Floridian | Disney Springs | 18 minutes |
We hope you enjoyed this preview of the bus times at Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. You might also enjoy some of our other related content:
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Refurbishment Notices: See our timeline of refurbishment notices for the resort.
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Cafe Brunch Review: Read about our delicious brunch at the resort.
- 1900 Park Fare Character Breakfast Review: We have breakfast at the Grand Floridian’s charming character restaurant.
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Pools: Learn about the pools at this stunning resort.
For more on getting around the resort, check out our Grand Floridian Transportation Guide. For a more detailed look at the buses, check out our guide to Disney’s Buses.
To learn more about the resorts, see our guide to the Disney World Hotels. You might also like our overview of dining at Disney World. Need to know how to get around? Our beginner’s guide to transportation at Disney World is one of our top resources.
For touring the parks, see our Disney World Rides and Attractions guide. It links to attraction guides for all four theme parks. If you’re just getting started, you might like our Disney World Vacation Planning Guide. It brings together the resources you need to plan your visit. Check back with ResortsGal.com for more updates or sign up for our newsletter to receive updates in your inbox.
Resorts Gal Disclaimer: All photos and information provided (including travel times) are based on our experience, time spent at the resort, and expenditures.
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