Assuming Disney transportation, I would want to be at the resort bus stop around 7:15am the next day. So that means probably getting up at 6. If I was back in the room at 10p the night before, I'm fine. But if I was staying until park close the night before, then have to get back to the resort and get ready for bed, that would leave probably only ~6 hours of sleep. So eh, maybe.
Thanks! I don't know Disney World so just assumed that Uber would be quicker but if the bus from Pop to MK is more efficient or the sane, then may as well use the included transportation. The bus drops you off at the gate?
Yes true. We'll probably just see how we feel that first night. Our next day is HS and if boarding groups still exist in August, then I've heard that Skyliner doesn't even get you there in time. If boarding groups are gone by then, then wouldn't rope drop.
as close as you can get from Pop
Yes, the buses will drop you off right at the main entrance to Magic Kingdom. The only option other than that which will get you that close is the Minnie Vans, which drop off at the MK bus depot as well. Uber/Lyft are not permitted to drop off at MK.
In that situation, I would decide whether to bus or Uber after getting checked in and seeing how long you have until your first FP. If it was right, I’d Uber to Contemporary and hoof it. We almost always use Disney transport but Ive been burned by both bus and monorail before.
Yes, exactly.
What time would you arrive at the park? You would still have time before it closed? For our flight arriving at 12:30pn, I figure we won't be at the park until 4 or 4:30pn. An I being too conservative?
Probably. If you arrive at 12:30p and using DME for transportation to your hotel, you should be at your resort by 2, ready to hop on a bus/train/monorail/skyliner by 2:30. So at the park around 3 - 3:30.
Thanks! Yes we would use DME to Pop. Check in and quick unpack if room is ready (I will pack accordingly with stuff on top that we will need), and then sounds like the bus is the best option to get to MK. I like your timing better so hopefully that quick.
Keep in mind, I didn't count time to go to the room and unpack. I was just counting check in and drop carry ons w/luggage services.Thanks! Yes we would use DME to Pop. Check in and quick unpack if room is ready (I will pack accordingly with stuff on top that we will need), and then sounds like the bus is the best option to get to MK. I like your timing better so hopefully that quick.
What do you mean by this? With Magical Express, do they take care of your luggage and deliver it to your resort?
Yes. If you've signed up for DME, they should send you luggage tags to put on your bags. The crews at MCO (this only applies if you're flying into to MCO) will pull the bags before they appear at baggage claim and they'll show up in your room (3-4 hours after you check in). If you don't get the Disney luggage tags, you can let DME know when you check in for the bus ride and give them your airline luggage tickets and they'll still get them to your room.
