Downtown Disney to Epcot/Int'l Gateway Question

[PrinceAndysMom]

If I wanted to take a bus from Downtown Disney to Epcot, which resort and which stop is closest to the International Gateway entrance? I have always wanted to try that way since it is smaller and I get to check out some other resorts on the way. Also, does the Int'l Gateway only open at 11am? Thanks!

 

[WDWcouple]

Depending on which resort the bus stops at first Id say "The Beach Club" Usually that drop off will start with the Swan and Dolphin then over to the YC, BC, and finally the Boardwalk

 

[jim1051]

Int'l gateway opens same time as main gate but you have to go toward futire world thru England and Canada.

 

[wannabeBelle]

If I wanted to take a bus from Downtown Disney to Epcot, which resort and which stop is closest to the International Gateway entrance? I have always wanted to try that way since it is smaller and I get to check out some other resorts on the way. Also, does the Int'l Gateway only open at 11am? Thanks!

I agree with the Beach Club statement. I would think that is the closest to where you want to be and yes WS opens at 11 am including International Gateway. Belle

 

[BeachClubVillas]

The Beach Club is the closest resort to Epcot, but it is not the first stop on the bus route. The route is usually Yacht, Beach and Boardwalk. Keep in mind that the bus drops you at the front of the resort and the entrance to Epcot is in the back.