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  • On Aug 23, 2024
    Juwei from AZ Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi I plan to drive from Miami and stay one night in Orlando in prior my Disney cruise vacation. What's the better transportation to port Canaveral? Stay at hotel nearby MCO and take the shuttle from MCO? Or?

    Hello Juwei!

    Thanks for sailing over with your question! I'm so glad you're planning to arrive in plenty of time for your cruise. You're already off to a great start with your planning!

    There are lots of options for getting from Orlando to Port Canaveral. One choice would be to stay at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport and reserve ground transportation with Disney Cruise Line from the airport the next day. Many Orlando area hotels offer options for getting to the cruise port, and I've used rideshare services as well. 

    Since you're already driving to Orlando, I would suggest driving a bit farther down the road to Cocoa Beach to stay in a hotel near the port the night before your cruise. Disney Cruise Line recommends the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, which gives you the chance to explore the beach or walk to the pier for the evening. Then you could use a ride share to go to the port when you're ready, it's just a few miles away.

    If you decide to drive to the terminal yourself then you'll use the parking adjacent to the cruise terminal. The parking garage opens at 10:15 AM each day and you can walk right over to the ship! 

    Being prepared makes embarkation day a breeze, so don't forget your travel documents while you're packing! Whatever mode of transportation you choose, make sure you are at the port in plenty of time for your arrival window. It's also a good idea to check the prohibited and restricted items list to make sure you don't have any issues with your luggage.

    Drive safe and have a fabulous cruise, Juwei!

    Keep moving forward!

    Amanda    

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Meet the Panelist: Amanda, Utah

Hi! I'm Amanda—a pixie-sized wife, mom, engineer, content strategist, and Disneyland Resort specialist! I fell in love with science as a kid at Disneyland Park, learning about physics while I waited to ride Space Mountain. I love how Disney combines art, words, science, and music to create incredible experiences. Solving challenging problems is one of my favorite things, I'm so excited to help you design the perfect strategy for a magical day! Learn More About Amanda

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