Hey there Catherine and welcome to planDisney. I think it is such a great idea that EPCOT has two entrances because it allows Guests to explore
Disney's BoardWalk without having to take buses between the EPCOT Area Resorts and the EPCOT main gate.
The walk from the EPCOT main gate to the International Gateway will take anywhere from 12 - 20 minutes depending on several factors including walking speed, crowd levels, number of people in your party, and weather. It is an easy walk if you head to the right side of Spaceship Earth through World Nature and finally past the Canada and United Kingdom Pavilions. The
My Disney Experience App will give you turn-by-turn directions to help you get where you need to anywhere within Walt Disney World Resort. The
Disney Skyliner is just after you leave on the right side.
planDisney Pro Tip: If you want to walk to Disney's
Beach Club or
Yacht Club Resort you do not have to walk up the hill past the Disney Skyliner that leads to a bridge to Disney's BoardWalk once you pass through the International Gateway. You may take a
FriendShip Boat or take the path to the left of the hill that goes under the bridge.
Catherine, your trip is so soon and I know you are excited. Please stop by planDisney for more Disney vacation planning tips. You may also
write me directly with any follow-up questions.
Enjoy making many Magical Memories.
~Jason