when to catch bus at disney resort for rope drop

[sitkamom]

It's been almost 8 years since we've visited wdw (sad I know!). Staying at Coronado Springs Mar. 17-23 and wondering how early to be at bus stop to be at front of rope drop. Worried about crowds a bit, so we want to make the most of the mornings. All suggestions greatly appreciated!
TIA!

 

[gap2368]

I have all ways done about an hour and i have been fine

 

[zaccaglin]

That's gonna be a busy week, 90-60mins early should be good.

 

[SouthFayetteFan]

Keep in mind that each park has their own "opening" procedure. I'm not well versed in all of them but for example MK has the welcome show at around 8:40 so you may want to get there a little earlier. HS was opening and letting people into the first part and then holding them for awhile (AK might have been doing the same?). Last I heard Epcot was still just letting people go when they opened. They also seem to typically open the gates earlier than the listed time.

That being said - my experience has been a little over an hour works for all the parks.

 

[Robo]

1. MK has the welcome show at around 8:40 so you may want to get there a little earlier.
2. HS was opening and letting people into the first part and then holding them for awhile
3. (AK might have been doing the same?).
4. Last I heard Epcot was still just letting people go when they opened.
5. They also seem to typically open the gates earlier than the listed time.

6. That being said - my experience has been a little over an hour works for all the parks.

1. Agreed.
2. Yes.
3. Yes.
4. Nope. They are also now admitting guests early... and holding them before release into the park.
5. This.