Studios parking to Epcot back entrance

[Evansvillegirl26]

If early magic hours start at 8 at Epcot, is it a viable option to park at studios 7am (studios opened at 8) so parking should be open by 7? Then take the Skyliner to Epcot? I’m sure things and times running always depend on staffing, I just wondered if anyone else has successfully done that and made it within the one hour mark.

 

[jbish]

Not sure about the when parking is opened, but if you're going from HS to Epcot, and you're trying to make it to the early opening through IG, I would walk and not take the Skyliner. If I'm not mistaken, the Skyliner will take you away from the parks as you have to go through the resorts. The walking path between HS and Epcot is probably a 20 minute walk? There's also the Friendship Boats, but I wouldn't take my chances on when those would arrive plus you'll have to stop at the resorts first.

 

[scrappinginontario]

Yes, this is a valid option for sure. Just keep an eye on park closing times to get back to your vehicle at the end of the day. Or, walking from Epcot to DHS is an option too.

 

[Skippyboo]

The Skyliner from HS is going to Caribbean beach then you have to transfer to Epcot line with a stop at Riviera then stay on a longer time on Skyliner to get to IG. Walking from the parking lot via the walking path is probably quicker.

 

[tobikaye]

I agree that walking would be best. If that might be too difficult for all travelers, I would take the boat. It stops at Swan/Dolphin, YC/BC, and BW before getting to the IG. I suggest getting off at YC/BC and walking to the IG entrance as you will likely beat the boat to IG. This way you will not have the backup at the CBR with everyone switching lines. Save taking the Skylinner for the return trip to DHS.

 

[CarolynFH]

If early magic hours start at 8 at Epcot, is it a viable option to park at studios 7am (studios opened at 8) so parking should be open by 7? Then take the Skyliner to Epcot? I’m sure things and times running always depend on staffing, I just wondered if anyone else has successfully done that and made it within the one hour mark.

As above, walking will be quicker. The Skyliner from DHS will take you to CBR, where you'll disembark and join a (probably long) line of guests from Pop, AoA, and CBR trying to get to Epcot for rope drop too.