Why families landing at MCO book a direct private ride to their Disney resort, how it compares with the shuttle, rideshare and a rental car, and how to book.
The easiest way to get from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Walt Disney World is a private car that meets you at the airport and drives your party straight to your resort or vacation home. Disney resorts are about 20 to 25 miles from MCO, so a direct ride means no extra stops after a long flight. Shuttles, rideshare and rental cars can get you there too, but each comes with a trade-off: shared stops, limited car seats, or driving yourself.
Book a direct ride from MCO to your Disney resort, with car seats ready if you need them.
| Gray Black private car | Shared airport shuttle | Rideshare | Rental car | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straight to your resort | Yes, your party only | No: it stops at resorts in the same area | Yes | You drive |
| Car seats | Installed before pickup on request | Not required on its buses; limited in its vans | Uber Car Seat: one seat per car | Rent one or bring your own |
| Meeting your ride | Your driver meets you and helps with your bags | Shuttle area on the ground transportation level | Arrivals curb | Rental counter, then you load the car |
Shuttle details are from Mears Connect's FAQ and car-seat details from Uber, as of October 2, 2026.
Disney's Magical Express, the free bus between MCO and Disney resort hotels, stopped running in January 2022. Since then, families choose and pay for their own transfer, so it's worth picking the one that fits your group.
Skip the shared stops. Book your private ride to Disney.
No. Disney's Magical Express ended in January 2022.
About 20 to 25 miles, depending on your resort. Drive time depends on traffic.
Yes. Tell us each child's age when you book, and we'll have seats or boosters installed before pickup.
Yes. The 14-passenger van seats up to 14 with luggage and can tow a trailer for extra bags.
Yes. You can book both directions at once.
Last checked October 2, 2026.
