How to get to Pop Century from Orlando International Airport (MCO)

From Orlando International Airport (MCO) you can reach Disney's Pop Century Resort by car or rideshare in about 30 minutes (typical traffic); the resort address is 1050 Century Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. Disney transportation (Minnie Van for a fee) and standard rideshare/taxi services are available from MCO, but there is no direct complimentary airport shuttle listed for Pop Century.
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Address & front-desk contact
Use this address for GPS, taxi or rideshare drop-off: 1050 Century Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. The resort's Classic Hall houses the 24-hour front desk.
If you need assistance from a BookResorts agent, the 24/7 phone number is +1 (888) 605-1350.
- Hotel: Disney's Pop Century Resort
- Address: 1050 Century Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
- BookResorts site phone (24/7): +1 (888) 605-1350
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Front desk | 24-hour at Classic Hall |
| Check-in time | 3:00 PM |
| Check-out time | 11:00 AM |

Driving from MCO (car or rental)
Driving from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Pop Century typically takes about 30 minutes depending on traffic. The resort sits just off I‑4; common directions use Exit 65 (Animal Kingdom/Wide World of Sports) onto Osceola Parkway, then Victory Way to Century Drive.
Self-parking for registered resort guests is listed as complimentary; confirm current policies at check-in.
- Typical route: I-4 → Exit 65 (Animal Kingdom/Wide World of Sports) → Osceola Parkway → Victory Way → Century Drive
- Approximate drive time from MCO: ~30 minutes (varies with traffic)
- Self-parking: complimentary for registered guests
| Method | Typical time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Private car / rental | About 30 minutes | Direct driving via I-4 and Osceola Pkwy |
| Rideshare / taxi | About 25–40 minutes | Depends on traffic and pickup location at MCO |
| Minnie Van (Disney, fee) | Similar to rideshare | Operated via Lyft app; limited to WDW property |
Rideshare, taxi, and Minnie Van options
Uber and Lyft operate at MCO and drop off/pick up at the airport's designated rideshare areas; fares and wait times vary by demand. Taxis are available at the airport taxi stands.
Disney's Minnie Van service (booked through the Lyft app) is an on-property paid option that can run between Pop Century and other Walt Disney World destinations, but it is not a complimentary airport transfer and may have geographic limits to where it will take you.
- Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): available from MCO; cost varies with demand
- Taxi: available at airport taxi stands
- Minnie Van: Disney-operated rideshare via Lyft app; fee required and generally limited to Walt Disney World destinations
| Service | Airport availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Uber / Lyft | Yes | Pickup at MCO rideshare area |
| Taxi | Yes | Airport taxi stand |
| Minnie Van | Yes (requires app/booking) | Paid service operated by Disney; trips usually within WDW property |
Disney transportation and getting around from Pop Century
Pop Century offers complimentary Disney bus service to many Walt Disney World destinations and direct Disney Skyliner gondola access to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios; the Skyliner connects at a shared station with Disney's Art of Animation. Buses serve Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom and Disney Springs.
If the Skyliner is delayed or closed, buses may run to Epcot and Hollywood Studios instead. Minnie Van, Uber/Lyft and taxis are alternatives for off-site trips or airport return trips.
- Disney Skyliner: direct gondola access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios (shared station with Art of Animation)
- Complimentary Disney buses: Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Disney Springs and other parks
- If Skyliner is down, buses can provide access to Epcot/Hollywood Studios
| To | Primary complimentary option |
|---|---|
| EPCOT | Disney Skyliner (direct) |
| Disney's Hollywood Studios | Disney Skyliner (direct) |
| Magic Kingdom / Animal Kingdom / Disney Springs | Complimentary Disney bus service |
What to expect on arrival at Pop Century
Classic Hall is the central building where you will find the front desk, Everything POP Shopping & Dining and resort services. Check-in begins at 3:00 PM; check-out is by 11:00 AM.
The resort has multiple room types (2,880 rooms total across themed buildings). Room names include options such as Standard Pool View, Preferred Room and Preferred Pool View — accessible and hearing‑accessible variations are offered. Rooms do not include in-room microwaves; guest-use microwaves are available at the food court.
- Classic Hall: front desk, Everything POP Shopping & Dining, arcade and gift shop
- Check-in: 3:00 PM; check-out: 11:00 AM
- Room examples (use exact names when booking): Standard Pool View, Preferred Room, Preferred Pool View
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| In-room microwave | Not provided (guest-use microwaves in Everything POP) |
| Accessible rooms | Wheelchair and hearing-accessible options available |
| Total rooms | 2,880 guest rooms across ten themed buildings |

Quick dining and amenities after arrival
Everything POP Shopping & Dining is the resort's quick-service food court, open daily (typically 7:00 AM–11:00 PM) for breakfast, lunch and dinner; no table-service restaurant is listed on the property. Petals Pool Bar serves drinks and light snacks poolside at the Hippy Dippy Pool (hours listed as about 11:00 AM–11:00 PM).
Complimentary Wi‑Fi is available throughout the resort, and amenities include three heated outdoor pools (including the Hippy Dippy Pool), an arcade, laundry facilities, and a jogging trail (a lap is about one mile).
- Everything POP Shopping & Dining: quick-service food court (breakfast–dinner, refillable mugs available)
- Petals Pool Bar: poolside bar at Hippy Dippy Pool (cocktails, beer, wine, snacks)
- Resort amenities: three heated outdoor pools, arcade/game room, laundry, jogging trail (~1 mile lap), complimentary Wi‑Fi
| Venue | Typical hours / notes |
|---|---|
| Everything POP Shopping & Dining | About 7:00 AM–11:00 PM (quick-service) |
| Petals Pool Bar | About 11:00 AM–11:00 PM (pool bar) |
| Pools | Three heated outdoor pools (Hippy Dippy main pool plus Bowling and Computer pools) |



