This Disney World Transportation Closed Today: What You Need to Know

Disney transportation has experienced several changes over the past few weeks. See how this recent change may affect your Walt Disney World vacation.

Disney Transportation

Nighttime Entertainment Brings Transportation Changes to Disney World — Credit: Disney

There are many differing opinions on transportation options, largely depending upon which Disney Resort you are staying at and also which Park you will be visiting.

The Walt Disney World Resort is HUGE and many questions revolve around which is the quickest mode of transportation to arrive at each Park.

From the Skyliner, buses, ferry boats, and of course the monorail there are many options for Resort Guests to arrive at each of the Walt Disney World Parks. Choosing the fastest and most efficient form of transportation is key to a peaceful visit. You can see a full review of each form of Disney transportation HERE.

Disney's Old Key West Refurbishment

Disney Warns Guests at Old Key West Resort — Credit: Disney

Many Walt Disney World Resorts have been undergoing refurbishment lately. From restaurants to villas and everything in between, there's a lot of construction and remodeling happening.

Disney does try to update guests on upcoming refurbishments and closures in advance when possible.

Earlier, we shared that Guests with upcoming July 2026 reservations at Disney's Old Key West were being notified that refurbishment work would take place along the Sassagoula River Cruise boat route during their stay.

Sassagoula River Cruise Closure

Disney World Strips Away Magic for More Bland Theming — Credit: Disney

The Sassagoula River Cruise reopened in August 2026, but now another closure affects Disney's Old Key West Guests.

Starting today, October 12, 2026, through November 1, 2026, the Sassagoula River Cruise will no longer be transporting Disney's Old Key West Guests to Disney Springs. This is for another brief refurbishment that will only affect Disney's Old Key West Guests.

Disney's Old Key West will offer complimentary bus transportation to and from Disney Springs during this closure.

If Guests need additional assistance or have questions, they can call 800-800-9800 or 407-566-3800 between the hours of 9:00 am and 9:00 pm (ET) Monday through Friday. On Saturday and Sunday, they can call from 9:00 am through 7:00 pm (ET).

What do you think of this closure? Share your thoughts with us and share this news with your Disney pals.

Donna Farmer

Donna has always loved Disney even at an early age. When she was younger her family would joke that she lived in "Donna Land". Even now as an adult, she loves to plan and make magical vacations come to life as she and her family travel "Home" to Walt DisneyWorld. Join her as she brings a little faith, trust, and a little bit of pixie dust to Disney planning.