Mears Connect is the new transportation service between the Orlando International Airport and all Disney area theme parks and hotels. Unlike the discontinued complimentary Disney’s Magical Express which was reserved for Disney Resort hotel guests only, the new Mears Connect will service all Disney area hotels previously serviced by Disney’s Magical Express as well as other Disney Resort area hotels. Yes, you won't be confined to staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel to use this service.
Disney’s Magical Express was discontinued as of January 1, 2022
Avoid the inconvenience and cost of driving or finding ground transportation on your next Orlando vacation. Travel from Orlando Airport to your Walt Disney World Resort area hotel in the comfort of a spacious, safe motor coach bus, van or car, along with your luggage.
After your vacation, enjoy a comfortable ride back to Orlando International Airport on the day you check out of your Disney Resort area hotel.
If you make a round-trip reservation, be sure to include your round-trip flight information when you make your reservation so Mears Connect can coordinate your transportation service.
Mears Connect Standard service is a shared ride service on Mears Connect (bus, van or small vehicle). The Standard service is Mears Connect's most economical way to travel to and From Orlando International Airport. The Connection will make a limited number of stops as you will share your ride with other people. The Standard service fare includes all tolls and other surcharges. Travel time from the airport to your resort will be approximately 20 minutes.
Your return transportation will be scheduled to meet you, at your Disney Resort area hotel, up to 3 hours in advance of your domestic flight’s departure time or up to 4 hours of your international flight's departure time. Your confirmation email and 24 hour notification will supply you with your pick up time.
Mears Connect Express service is a direct service to your resort and back to the airport, with limited to no wait time on Mears Connect (bus, van or small vehicle). The Express service may also be shared service. The Express service fare includes all tolls and other surcharges.
Your return transportation will be scheduled to meet you, at your Disney Resort area hotel, two hours before your domestic flight or three hours before your international flight.
Mears Connect Standard service | Per Adult | Per Child |
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One Way | $16.00 | $13.50 |
Round Trip | $32.00 | $27.00 |
** The standard service offers both round trip and one-way reservations. Children rates are for children ages 3-9 years. Children under 3 years ride free. |
Mears Connect Express service | ||
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Round Trip | $250.00 (Up to 4 passengers) | |
Per Additional Passenger | $55.00 | |
** The express service is only being offered as a round trip service, at this time. The express service does not have a child rate like the standard service does. Children of all ages should be included in the total guest count. |