If you’ve ever taken the ART bus to Disneyland from your hotel, this one’s going to hit. The Anaheim Transportation Network (ATN) has announced it’s shutting down for good after March 31, 2026 — ending nearly 30 years of service.
What’s Happening
The ATN’s board of directors voted unanimously to begin an “orderly wind-down” of operations after what they described as years of financial challenges. In a statement, the board said:
“For nearly three decades, the Anaheim Transportation Network has supported mobility in the Anaheim Resort — serving residents, employees and millions of visitors. After an extended evaluation of our current and future financial position and exhausting all options, ATN will begin an orderly wind-down of operations.”
Why It’s Shutting Down
The ART system is funded primarily through hotel contributions (based on the number of rooms) and rider fares. While hotel payments have increased annually with a 5% cap, those adjustments haven’t kept pace with rising labor and operational costs. More than 70% of ATN’s expenses go toward labor alone.
The city of Anaheim had previously explored taking over the system but ultimately decided not to proceed.
What This Means for Visitors
More than 8 million riders use ART buses each year — many of them tourists heading to Disneyland or nearby hotels. The system connects select off-property hotels with Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, as well as the ARTIC transit center and downtown Anaheim.
For anyone planning a Disneyland trip after March 31, you’ll want to check directly with your hotel about shuttle options. Most hotels and resorts in the area already offer their own transportation, and ride-share apps remain an option. Anaheim is also reportedly studying new transportation solutions to connect its major attractions in the future.
It’s one of those things that was easy to take for granted — an affordable, reliable way to get around the resort area without dealing with parking or ride-shares. Nearly 30 years is a solid run, but the economics just didn’t work anymore.
