WDW to Crossroads shopping center

[Tam1067]

Is it possible to use Disney transport to get to a spot that's close enough to walk there? I know it's an easy drive, but we won't be having a car this time, and I was just wondering, if I want to buy some food at the grocery store, if it's at all possible to get there. Thanks!

 

[hearts8701]

its only a few minutes from downtown disney market place but that's by car
it's a long walk in the hot fl. sun with bags i think it would be quite a walk
but i do see many people doing it maybe you should take a cab from your hotel
i don't know about getting on a bus from one of the parks to the last downtown hotel seems like alot of trouble to save a few bucks not to mention your not staying at that hotel i don't know if the rules apply if you stay at a disney resort you can go freely to each resort but the rules might be different for downtown hotels that are privately owned

 

[seashoreCM]

The supermarket (Goodings) at Crossroads is quite expensive as far as local supermarkets go. Ice cream will not survive the trip except by cab all the way back to your resort.

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[kaytieeldr]

To the best of my knowledge, only guests of the Downtown Disney/Hotel Plaza Boulevard hotels are permitted to use the buses that serve those seven properties. I know you're issued an ID sort of thing when you check in, and it's not Disney transportation.

 

[justplaingoofy]

As a previous posted commented that the grocery store is quite a bit more expensive than others. Depending on how much stuff you want you may be better off having it delivered. Or, taking a cab to the Super Walmart

 

[Kristina]

We have taken the bus to DTD on both our trips, and then walked to the Crossroads both for a few grocerys and to eat dinner at Chevy's Fresh Mex, which we love ! It's a longish walk but nice enough although I too would only get a few things at the market. Next trip we are having our water delivered to our resort .


Have fun!

 

[westjones]

Next trip we are having our water delivered to our resort .


Have fun!

How do you go about doing this? We would like a case of water too, and I was wondering how to get it without a car.
Thanks,
DJ

 

[Kristina]

Sorry Tam that it took me so long to get back to you! I thought I'd copied and pasted the info in my now huge *Next Time Thoughts* document but it wasn't there, so I did a search and here is a thread that covers everything...

ordering grocerys for delivery

Have fun!

 

[pepe of ohio]

we've done the walk many of times and from the DTD bus stop, its about a mile walk. My wife and I are in our mid 50's, and its no problem. We're going to walk all over Disney anyway, what 2 more miles.

Yes, Goodings prices are alittle high, to us its better than paying Disney prices for pop and beer and wine. Walking there is cheaper than taking a cab further to save a few bucks on prices. We pick up rolls and meats and cheeses too. We have carried our groceries back to the DTD bus stop, laughed all the way dragging our stuff and revently taken one of our rolling duffle bags with us for the return trip. Heck, if you buy a ton of stuff you can nab a cab at Goddings and have it drop you at the DTD bus stop, can only cost about 8 bucks for so short of a ride.

We have not used grocery delivery, most do not do alcohol, and thats our main concern, I'm in Disney to sit by the pool and guzzle beers. 5.00 a bottle, Disney pool prices, ain't for me. The walk to Goodings, buying a 30 pack staves off my thirst and wallet problem. The sandwiches we make for the pool picnics make our trips special and we're not cheap, just conservative in buying on property vs off. We stay delux but like to save and its just our added touch of home while there, it doeable to walk, Goodings prices aren't that nuts as others have stated and its about the only walkable place, open 24 hours, thats a full grocery store.