Thursday, January 26, 2012

Best way to get to Universal Studios from Disney World?

My husband and I are planning a trip to Disney World this coming January. We will be flying to Orlando, then using the Disney transportation since we will be staying at a resort. Both of us are interested in spending a day at Universal Studios and are wondering what options we have to take us between the two? Thank you for any help or advice you can give!Best way to get to Universal Studios from Disney World?
I would either rent a car for the day or take a taxi. Shuttles are hard because you can't be sure of the timing and you could end up getting there very late. Also, shuttles usually pick up people from multiple resorts, so you could be on the bus a long time!Best way to get to Universal Studios from Disney World?
Unfortunately, your only options are taxicab, towncar or shuttle. Taxicab is probably the cheapest due to the number in your party. I would suggest that you call 407-422-2222 for taxicab rates or 407-423-5566 for shuttle prices. These numbers connect you to Mears Transporation Group, which is the only authorized Disney transportation company. Although many other taxicabs "cruise" the Disney property, the majority of drivers for these other companies are not reliable or trustworthy. Wish I could provide better news.



there is now free transportation provided from Disney resorts to Universal Studios? This is NOT true. Disney provides transporation to Disney attractions ONLY.



Universal has partnered with Wet 'N' Wild, Sea World and Busch Gardens...NOT Disney. Disney will neither provide information concerning attractions outside Disney, nor will they provide any free transportation to those attractions. Disney will not even allow tour group operators to sell or promote non-Disney attractions while on Disney property. Please do NOT come to Disney World expecting free transportation to Universal...you will only be deeply disappointed.



PLEASE BE SURE TO VISIT THIS LINK, which explains the partnership:



http://www.allbusiness.com/company-activ鈥?/a>



Public transportation via Lynx busses is available; however, although cheaper than your other options, it is quite confusing and time-consuming.



The route 50 Lynx bus goes from Disney Ticket Center straight to Sea World parking lot. Getting to Universal takes more time. Transferrig between 2 buses (50 %26amp; 21) or 3 (50, 42, 37). The 21 %26amp; 37 go to the Universal parking garage. There are trollys available from Sea World up International Drive towards Universal; however, the walk from the Trolley is long and lonely on a busy street. The Trolley is smaller and can get VERY crowded. Lots of "shopping tourists" in groups of 5-10 with lots of goodie bags. Many "park-goers" take the bus, you won't be alone. But it can take almost 2 hours to Universal.



Again, please do NOT come to Disney World expecting free transportation to Universal

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