Welcome to planDisney, Donna! Thanks for sharing your question with us!
At nearly 27,000 acres, Walt Disney World is larger than some cities. With so many destinations and
transportation options, I’m always happy to help folks make their way around the Vacation Kingdom of the World.
The complimentary bus from Animal Kingdom Lodge to EPCOT will drop you off at the bus stops near the park’s main entrance (or the Spaceship Earth entrance, as my family calls it). There’s no way to access the International Gateway entrance directly from the bus stops, but once you’ve entered EPCOT, you can walk through the park to that area.
If you’d like to enter EPCOT through the International Gateway entrance, your best option is to take a bus from Animal Kingdom Lodge to Hollywood Studios. From there, you can either walk, take a water taxi, or ride the Skyliner to get to the International Gateway entrance. If you’re looking for a more direct route, you could also take a
Minnie Van through Lyft to Beach Club Resort or BoardWalk Inn, and then walk to the International Gateway entrance from either resort.
As you consider your route options, be sure you have the
My Disney Experience app downloaded to your mobile device. Not only can you use the app to make reservations, access photos, and manage your tickets, but it provides step-by-step directions and estimated travel times to most locations around the resort. I use this feature almost every day when I’m visiting Walt Disney World.
Donna, I hope you have a wonderful vacation and stay at Animal Kingdom Lodge. Pop right back if you have more vacation planning questions. Your planDisney pals are here to help!
Magical travels!
Matt