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Anaheim’s ART Shuttle to End March 31, 2026 After Board Orders Wind-Down

A $2.5 million tourism-district bridge keeps buses running through March pending replacement plans.

Overview

  • ATN’s governing board voted unanimously in a closed session on Jan. 29 to wind down operations and cease all ART service at month’s end in March.
  • Leaders cited long-running structural shortfalls driven by stagnant revenue and rising costs, with labor exceeding 70% of expenses and deficits reported near $730,000 per month.
  • The Anaheim Tourism Improvement District approved $2.5 million to cover February and March operations following ATN’s emergency funding request.
  • The shutdown affects many Disneyland cast members and off-site visitors and includes shuttles linking the Toy Story parking lot to the Harbor Boulevard entrance.
  • The city of Anaheim and Disneyland say they are evaluating options, OCTA buses remain available, and local hotels and private operators report working on interim alternatives.