One of the advantages of staying lakeside at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is access to boat transportation. The Friendship launches transport guests to both EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. However, the International Gateway entrance to EPCOT is just a short 5–10 minute walk from the resort, making it a convenient option for many.
Boats depart approximately every 20 minutes and make stops at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn before arriving at their final destination.
To access the boat dock, exit through the back of the lobby and walk straight toward Crescent Lake.
To reach the bus stop, exit the lobby, turn left, walk past the conference center, and turn right toward the bus shelter.
Magic Kingdom® Park
Take a direct bus from the resort.
Or walk through EPCOT to access the Monorail at the front entrance, transfer at the Ticket and Transportation Center (TTC), and continue to Magic Kingdom via the Magic Kingdom Monorail.
Note: Park admission (with a Park Hopper if needed) is required to walk through EPCOT.
EPCOT®
Walk to the International Gateway entrance (approx. 5–10 minutes).
Alternatively, take the Friendship boat, which makes stops at nearby resorts. The full trip may take up to 20 minutes.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios®
Take the Friendship boat, which stops at Disney’s Beach Club and the Swan & Dolphin before reaching the Studios.
You may also walk via a paved path (about 15–20 minutes).
Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Take a bus from the resort.
Disney Springs®
Take a bus from the resort.
Note: There is no return bus service from Disney Springs to theme parks.
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
Take a bus to Disney Springs, then transfer to the Typhoon Lagoon bus.
Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park
Take a direct bus from the resort (may be shared with other Crescent Lake resorts).