Discover Walt Disney World Railroad
Our tips:
- Board at the entrance
- Handy for getting around
- Pushchairs stay on the platform
Walt Disney World Railroad
The Walt Disney World Railroad is Magic Kingdom's steam train. It has been running since the park opened on 1 October 1971. The main station is at the start of Main Street, U.S.A., right above the entrance.
The concept
Walt Disney was a great railway enthusiast. He even had a miniature train running in his back garden: the Carolwood Pacific Railroad. Magic Kingdom has real narrow-gauge trains. The locomotives were built between 1916 and 1928 and have been carefully restored. You'll hear the steam whistle, the chuffing of the engine and the clatter of the wheels.
The Experience
Normally the train takes about a quarter of an hour to circle the entire park, with stations in Main Street, U.S.A., Frontierland and Fantasyland. Because of the major expansion of Magic Kingdom, it currently runs as a shuttle between Main Street, U.S.A. and Fantasyland. The Frontierland station is closed in the meantime. Disney expects the regular round trip to return once the expansion is finished.
Discover Walt Disney World Railroad
Board at the entrance
The Main Street, U.S.A. station sits directly above the park entrance. From the platform you immediately get a lovely view over Town Square.
Handy for getting around
The train takes you from the entrance to Fantasyland without walking. That saves you quite a hike at the start or end of the day.
Pushchairs stay on the platform
Rented pushchairs aren't allowed on the train. Park it by the station or bring your own foldable buggy.
Visitor information
There's no minimum height and the train is suitable for all ages. Children under 7 must be accompanied by someone aged 14 or over. Lightning Lane isn't available for the train. Rented pushchairs aren't allowed on board. Check the My Disney Experience app for the current route.
A ride through history
The Walt Disney World Railroad is a place to unwind on a busy park day. Ride to Fantasyland at the start of the day, or take the train back to the exit at the end.
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