What boat goes to Epcot?

EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios These parks are accessible via the FriendShip Boat from the following locations: Disney's BoardWalk Villas. Disney's Beach Club Villas. Disney's Yacht Club Resort.



The primary boat service to EPCOT is provided by the FriendShip Boats. These distinctive, multi-colored water taxis operate on a loop between EPCOT (at the International Gateway entrance) and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Along the way, they make stops at several "EPCOT-area" resorts: Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Villas, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, Disney’s Beach Club Resort, and the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels. The boats are a leisurely and scenic way to travel, especially at sunset, and they provide a "backdoor" entry into the World Showcase area of EPCOT. In 2026, the FriendShip Boats remain a favorite for guests who want to avoid the "bus hustle" or the long walk from the main entrance. While they are slower than the Skyliner or a brisk walk, the air-conditioned interior and the nautical charm make them a core part of the "resort-hopping" experience. Note that they do not go to the Magic Kingdom; for that, you would need to use the separate ferryboat or monorail systems.

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The Friendship Boats also stop at Disney's BoardWalk Resort, Disney's Yacht Club Resort, Disney's Beach Club Villas and the Walt Disney World Swan Hotel. The boat will drop you and other guests off at the International Gateway at Epcot, which is considered the back entrance of the park.

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The EPCOT Monorail and the Express Monorail originate at the TTC and offer express round-trip service to EPCOT and Magic Kingdom park. The Resort Monorail and Express Monorail begin operating 30 minutes prior to when Magic Kingdom park opens and stop one hour after Magic Kingdom park closes.

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The Disney Skyliner System will take you in an aerial gondola to and from Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios.

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The only way to get to Disney Springs from any theme park is to take a bus from a Disney Resort. So, the most convenient and fastest transportation option would be to exit Epcot between France and the United Kingdom, walk to Disney's Boardwalk Inn or take a ferry.

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While it would be delightful to enjoy a leisurely cruise from Epcot to Disney Springs, it is not possible. Instead, Guests wishing to utilize Disney's complimentary transportation will make their way to Epcot's bus depot.

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The trams returned to Disney's Animal Kingdom in May 2022, but remained paused at EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. With this update, it will be the first time since 2020 that tram service has be offered at all four Disney World theme parks.

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Reserve a ride in advance to Epcot Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from MCO to Epcot. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.

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Disney's Hollywood Studios and EPCOT are two of my favorite parks. I actually like to explore both parks in one day and them being so close together makes this especially easy. I think you'll be happy to know that you can still absolutely walk from Disney's Hollywood Studios over to EPCOT or vice versa if you prefer.

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EPCOT has TRIPLE the attractions of Hollywood Studios that are family-friendly for everyone in the family! And that doesn't even include all of the shows! We've already discussed some of them above in the “adults” section, like American Adventure, Awesome Planet, and Canada Far and Wide.

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Hollywood Studios is not directly accessible by the Walt Disney World Monorail. Conceivably, a guest could take the Monorail from the TTC to EPCOT, walk across the park to the International Gateway, then either walk or take a Friendship Boat to the Studios, though this would take a long time.

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You cannot take a boat from Epcot to Magic Kingdom Park but you have another fantastic option! The monorail will whisk you away from Epcot to the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC). There, you will transfer to a connecting monorail and make your way to Magic Kingdom Park.

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You cannot take a boat from Epcot to Magic Kingdom Park but you have another fantastic option! The monorail will whisk you away from Epcot to the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC). There, you will transfer to a connecting monorail and make your way to Magic Kingdom Park.

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At Epcot, the crosswalk to the taxi stand is between bus load zones 5 & 6. At DHS, keep walking straight out past load zone 14; you'll see the yellow Checker Cab signs in the nearest corner of the main parking lot on the left, next to the motorcycle parking.

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A: Yes. All Guests have complimentary access to our network of monorails, buses and boats. If you would like to visit multiple parks, enjoy a nice dinner at one of the Disney Resort hotels or shop at Disney Springs, you can leave your car parked in the theme park lot and use our transportation network.

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