Walking to MK bus area from the Contemporary

Question

Can you walk to the MK bus area from the Contemporary (to take a bus to another resort) without going though the MK ticket gates? I have been assuming you could, but studying the map on the MDE app is making me unsure. We would be considering doing this to visit another resort on a non-park day.

Answer

Yes, you can walk from Disney's Contemporary Resort to the Magic Kingdom bus area without going through the park’s ticket gates. The Contemporary is a Magic Kingdom area resort, and it has its own dedicated bus stops and transportation hub that is accessible to resort guests at any time, regardless of park admission.

Here’s how it works:

The bus area is located just outside the resort, near the Contemporary’s main entrance and the monorail station, so you don’t need to enter Magic Kingdom at all.
You can catch buses from the Contemporary to other Disney resorts (such as the Polynesian, Grand Floridian, or any other Disney resort) or to Disney Springs without needing a park ticket.
If you’re planning to walk, there is a pedestrian path along the edge of the resort property that leads to the bus loading areas safely, without going through any turnstiles.

This setup makes it convenient for non-park days when you want to hop between resorts, grab meals, or visit resort-specific activities without entering Magic Kingdom. Just keep in mind that bus schedules may vary depending on the time of day and crowd levels, so it’s a good idea to allow a little extra time if you have reservations or plans at another resort.

Walking to MK bus area from the Contemporary

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