Disney Premier Access 2025: Ultimate vs One – Full Guide, Prices, Ride-by-Ride Value & Pro Tips
Ready to skip the queues and pack more Disney magic into every minute of your trip? Whether you’re dreaming of riding Big Thunder Mountain with zero wait, or you just want to know if paying extra is really worth it in 2025, you’re in the right place! Disney Premier Access is the new way to fast-track your adventure at Disneyland Paris—but with two options, ever-changing prices, and endless hacks, it’s no wonder people get confused. Let’s break down exactly how Premier Access works, what it costs, how to get the best value, and the pros and cons for every kind of visitor—so you can spend less time queueing, and more time making memories.
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What is Disney Premier Access?
Disney Premier Access is Disneyland Paris’s paid “skip-the-line” system. You can buy it two ways:
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Premier Access One – Pay to skip the queue once for your chosen ride, at a price that varies by ride and day (€5–€20 per person, per ride).
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Premier Access Ultimate – Skip the queue once on every eligible ride (subject to availability) for a fixed price per day (€90–€190 per person, depending on season/demand).
It replaces the old free FastPass. If you want to feel like theme park royalty for a day, this is your ticket!
2025 Prices (Typical Range)
Type | Price Range (per person) | Best For |
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Premier Access One | €5–€20 per ride | Pick-n-mix/occasional |
Premier Access Ultimate | €90–€190 per day | Busy days/ride blitz |
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Pro Tip: Prices are dynamic—expect the upper end in peak school holidays and weekends.
Which Rides Are Included?
Premier Access is Available For (2025 List):
Disneyland Park
- Big Thunder Mountain
- Peter Pan’s Flight
- Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast
- Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain
- Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril
- Phantom Manor
- Autopia
- Orbitron
- Star Tours: The Adventures Continue
- Dumbo the Flying Elephant
- It’s a Small World
Walt Disney Studios Park
- Ratatouille: The Adventure
- Crush’s Coaster
- Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure
- Avengers Assemble: Flight Force
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
- Cars ROAD Trip
(List may change if new rides are added—always check the app!)
Ultimate vs One: Which Should You Buy?
Premier Access One
Best For:
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Small budgets
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Families with just 1–2 “must-do” rides
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Off-peak visits
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Guests with stamina to queue for most rides
Premier Access Ultimate
Best For:
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One-day visits (or packed weekends/holidays)
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Ride completists who want every headline ride
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Park hoppers (doing both parks in one day)
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Families with little ones who hate queues
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Anyone visiting during busy school holidays
Real-World Cost Comparison: Should You Splash Out?
Example:
A family of 4 wants to do 5 big rides (Peter Pan, Big Thunder, Crush’s Coaster, Spider-Man, Ratatouille). On a Saturday in August:
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Premier Access One: Average €15 per ride × 5 rides × 4 people = €300
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Premier Access Ultimate: €140 per person × 4 = €560
If you want to do all eligible rides, Ultimate is better value. If you only want a few—pick and choose with Premier Access One!
Hacks & Pro Tips
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Single Rider Lines: Don’t pay for Premier Access on rides with decent single rider queues (e.g. Ratatouille, Spider-Man).
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Book Early in the App: Slots can sell out, especially for Premier Access One on high-demand rides like Crush’s Coaster.
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Mix and Match: Some families get one Ultimate for the main “queue hater” and use One passes for everyone else on only the most crowded rides.
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Time it Right: Crowds are lowest at rope drop and last hour—sometimes you don’t need to pay at all if you plan smart.
Sample Itineraries
Family with Young Kids (School Holidays)
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Morning: Use Ultimate to blitz Fantasyland (Peter Pan, Buzz), then hop to Studios for Ratatouille and Spider-Man.
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Afternoon: Enjoy lower-queue attractions (carousels, shows) and snacks.
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Evening: Use last hour for repeat rides—queues shrink after parade/fireworks!
Adults/Teens Only
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Start with the “must-dos” on One (Crush, Hyperspace Mountain).
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Fill gaps with Single Rider lines.
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Use the app to check live queue times—don’t pay if you don’t need to!
Premier Access FAQs
Can you share Ultimate?
No, it’s tied to your ticket and non-transferable.
Can I buy for just one park?
No—covers all eligible rides across both parks.
Is it worth it for everyone?
Not always! Use if time is more valuable than money, or if you only have 1–2 days to do everything.
What if a ride breaks down?
You’ll usually get a replacement slot in the app or a partial refund (always check T&Cs on the day).
Final Thoughts: Is Premier Access Worth It in 2025?
If you’re visiting during busy periods, have queue-averse kids (or adults), or just want to live your best Disney life, Premier Access can be a game changer. But if you’re happy to plan smart, rope drop, or visit midweek, you can still do loads without paying extra.
Got a Premier Access success story or disaster? Drop your tips in our Facebook Group and help the next family plan better!
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