News Release

Zion National Park shuttle bus service starts March 2

An electric shuttle at the Temple of Sinawava at Zion National Park.

NPS / Colton Johnston

News Release Date: February 11, 2025

Contact: [e-mail], 435-772-0162

SPRINGDALE, Utah – Zion National Park is beginning shuttle service on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Every year, the National Park Service (NPS) adjusts shuttle schedules to reflect the seasons. Here is what you need to know to plan your visit.  

2025 Zion shuttle schedule:   

	Mar. 2, 2025 - May 17, 2025	May 18, 2025 – Sept. 14, 2025	Sept. 15, 2025 – Nov. 1, 2025
Zion Canyon Line
First bus departs Zion Canyon Visitor Center to Temple of Sinawava	7 a.m.	6 a.m.	7 a.m.
Last shuttle from Zion Canyon Visitor Center to Temple of Sinawava	5 p.m.	7 p.m.	5 p.m.
Last bus departs the Temple of Sinawava to Zion Canyon Visitor Center	7:15 p.m.	8:15 p.m.	7:15 p.m.
Springdale Line – The shuttle will only stop in Springdale if there is someone at a stop or a passenger requests a stop. This is referred to as flag service.
First bus into town from Springdale Stop #9	8 a.m.	7 a.m.	8 a.m.
Last bus into town from Springdale Stop #1 (Zion Canyon Village)	7 p.m.	8 p.m.	7 p.m.

This schedule is subject to change, and the park will post up-to-date information at go.nps.gov/ZionShuttle.  
 
Zion will share an update later this year about service in November and between Christmas and the new year. Zion Canyon Scenic Drive is closed to personal vehicles while the park shuttle is operating. Plan for limited parking in Zion National Park. You can park in Springdale and ride the free Springdale Line shuttle to get to the park.  
 
You do not need a permit, ticket, or reservation to enter the park or ride the park shuttle, but you do need to pay the park fee.   

Need to know   
No matter when you visit Zion, plan ahead by checking for updates at nps.gov/zion. As you plan your visit, remember: 

• Pack your pass. Bring your annual park pass or receipt in your pocket, and don’t forget it at a hotel or in your car. Rangers at park entrances will request to see it. 

• Parking fills early year-round.   

• Watch out for pedestrians and bicyclists if you are driving.   

• Stay on trails and avoid walking in the road.   

• Ride your bike on the road or the Pa’rus Trail. Bicycling is not allowed on any other trails in the park. If you are riding in the road, you must stop and place a foot on the ground to let buses pass you.   

• The NPS may temporarily close roads if traffic is congested or there is nowhere for drivers to leave cars.   

• In general, fewer people visit Zion on weekdays than weekends. Consider arriving early or after 3 p.m. to avoid the busiest times of day.  
     

Follow Leave No Trace practices everywhere in the park and be sure to pack out all of your trash. 

www.nps.gov/zion

 

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