Credit: Boris Arbogast, FlickrDisney has quietly overhauled part of its transportation network at two theme parks, rolling out a visual refresh that many guests may not notice at first glance but will almost certainly feel. At the resort bus station, a brand-new system streamlines the process for guests hoping to catch a complimentary ride back to their hotels at the end of a long park day.
Bus Station Update Simplifies Guest Flow
The changes focus on readability rather than spectacle. Previously, guests navigating the bus station at Disneyland Paris were met with a mix of character imagery and overlapping color schemes that often caused confusion, particularly during peak arrival and departure windows.
The updated system (shared by @DLPReport) pares everything back. Disney hotel logos now use distinct colors – navy blue for Disney Newport Bay Club, black for Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel, green for Disney Sequoia Lodge, brown for Disney Hotel Cheyenne, and orange for Disney Hotel Santa Fe – to make it faster for guests to identify the correct shuttle without stopping to double-check signage or ask cast members for help.
🚍 At the Resort bus station, the incoherent colors and characters system has now been fully removed, and Disney Hotels logos have been updated with colors that actually make sense:
🚍 At the Resort bus station, the incoherent colors and characters system has now been fully removed, and Disney Hotels logos have been updated with colors that actually make sense: pic.twitter.com/jFP8Xe9hDF
— DLP Report (@DLPReport) January 9, 2026
The update reflects a broader shift toward functional design across Disney resorts, especially in high-traffic areas where efficiency matters more than themed flourishes. For guests juggling luggage, strollers, or tight dining reservations, the difference can be significant.
How the Shuttle System Works
Disney operates a free shuttle network connecting its onsite hotels to the resort’s main entrance area. Shuttles typically run every 15 to 20 minutes, seven days a week, starting around 6:30 AM and continuing until 11:45 p.m., with extended service until 1 a.m. during the summer season.
The shuttle drops guests near the entrance to Disney Village, placing them within walking distance of the parks. Operating hours are subject to change, but the system is designed to accommodate early park entry and late evening exits.
Not all hotels are included. Shuttles do not serve Disney Davy Crockett Ranch (accessible only by car), the Disneyland Hotel, or Les Villages Nature Paris. Guests staying at Les Villages Nature Paris typically rely on a paid public bus, with an average travel time of around 20 minutes.
The Latest in a String of Changes at Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Park anchors the resort with classic attractions like Sleeping Beauty Castle (aka Le Château de la Belle au Bois Dormant), Big Thunder Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Phantom Manor (its take on Haunted Mansion). The park blends traditional Disney storytelling with European architectural influences, setting it apart from its U.S. counterparts.
Next door, Walt Disney Studios Park is undergoing its most significant overhaul since opening in 2002. In March 2026, the park is set to officially rebrand as Disney Adventure World.
The transformation includes the opening of World of Frozen, a Tangled-themed attraction, and a reimagined central lake designed to unify the park’s expanding lands and host the new nighttime spectacular Disney Cascade of Lights.
The park’s future includes a land inspired by The Lion King (1994) and, if fan theories are to be believed, an Avatar expansion. A smaller version of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was previously also announced for the park, but has since been quietly cancelled by Disney.
This streamlined bus system arrives at a critical moment for the resort. With over 90% of Walt Disney Studios Park said to have been impacted by its ongoing transformation, a surge in attendance is widely expected as returning guests and first-time visitors flock to the newly rejuvenated destination. Clearer, more organized transportation helps absorb that pressure, reducing bottlenecks before guests even reach the turnstiles and setting the tone for a smoother, more controlled park experience.