Cheers Bethany!
Thanks for speeding by planDisney! You are about to stay at one of my favorite Resorts. I love the
refurbished theme, the
excellent food (with multiple Mobile Order options!), and its proximity to Magic Kingdom. But you've got a very important date at EPCOT, so let's get you there before it's too late!
You actually have
a few options to get from your hotel to EPCOT:
Monorail: Take
the monorail from the resort, transfer at the Ticket and Transportation Center, and then head to EPCOT. That commute will take 20-30 minutes, and the monorail starts 30 minutes before the park opens, so I'd jump on the first monorail at 8 to be there for Early Entry at 8:30 (since you are a Disney Resort Hotel guest).
Bus: Bus service starts 45 minutes before park opening and runs approximately every 15-20 minutes. You could take the first bus from the Contemporary around 7:45 and arrive at EPCOT about 15 minutes before opening, which gives you plenty of time to get to the front of the pack for rope drop!
Minnie Van: Minnie Van Service through Lyft is the preferred rideshare on property. I love Minnie Vans; they are practically perfect in every way. Always clean, super cute, and the Cast Member drivers are fantastic. You can request a car seat (if necessary), and they have accessible vans. The ride from the Contemporary to EPCOT will take about 15 minutes, so I would arrange for one to pick you up no later than 8:10.
Good luck with your travels. I hope your commute is a little less exciting than
Cosmic Rewind!
Rayna