Disney World Railroad Closes for Five Weeks This Fall

The Walt Disney World Railroad will be closed for five weeks this fall, from September 28th to October 30th. The attraction has been operating in a reduced 'shuttle mode' since July 7th, 2025, running between the Main Street USA and Fantasyland stations without stopping at the Frontierland station.

This new closure means that the train will not be available during this period, but it is likely to resume its shuttle mode service when it returns. Walt Disney World has not provided a reason for the closure, and it is unclear whether it is related to nearby construction or mechanical work.

The railroad's reduced schedule began in July as part of the ongoing construction project at Magic Kingdom, which includes the expansion of Frontierland and Villains Land. The exact duration of the shuttle mode arrangement has not been specified, but it is described as a multi-year plan tied to the pace of construction.