If you’re planning a Disney trip in 2025, you’re probably hearing about something called Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass—the replacement for the old Genie+ system. It’s new, it’s different, and yes, it can still be confusing. But don’t worry—we’re breaking it down for real families who want to spend more time riding and less time figuring things out.
What Is Lightning Lane?
Lightning Lane lets you skip the regular standby line for certain rides.
In 2025, Disney split the old Genie+ into two systems:
1. Lightning Lane Multi Pass
- This covers most rides at each park (like Haunted Mansion or Toy Story Mania).
- You pre-book up to 3 rides in advance (before your park day).
- Once you scan into your third ride, you can keep booking 1 at a time.
2. Lightning Lane Single Pass
- This covers the most popular rides (like Tron, Rise of the Resistance, or Guardians of the Galaxy).
- You pay separately for each ride you want to skip the line for.
- You can buy up to 2 per day.
How Booking Works (as of 2025)
You’ll use the My Disney Experience app to book Lightning Lanes. Here’s the current timeline:
- Resort guests: Book starting 7 days before your visit, up to 3 days at a time.
- Non-resort guests: Can book starting 3 days in advance, 1 day at a time.
Everything opens at 7:00 a.m. Eastern, so yes, set that alarm.
How Much Does It Cost?
- Lightning Lane Multi Pass pricing varies by park/day. Think $15–$30 per person.
- Lightning Lane Single Pass ranges from $15–$25 per ride, per person.
Yep—it adds up fast. But it can save hours of waiting.
Family Travel Pro Tips
- Stack your Lightning Lanes in the morning if you have little ones who crash mid-afternoon.
- Split rides? Disney lets you assign certain passes to certain people—great for thrill-seekers vs. nap-takers.
- Bring snacks + distractions for the rides you don’t skip—because you’ll still wait on some.
- Prioritize high-demand rides early, especially if traveling during holidays or spring break.
Final Thought: Is It Worth It?
For families with kids—yes, it usually is. Time in line is time you’re not eating Mickey waffles or watching fireworks. Just make sure you build it into your budget and your plan.
Have you tried the new Lightning Lane system? Drop your tips—or your fails—in the comments below!