Is there a shuttle from Universal Studios to Disney World?

Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando offer free shuttle services between their resorts and affiliated theme parks, but you may have to transfer from one to the other. Usually, routes run every 20 to 30 minutes, departing from the entrance of every Disney and Universal property.



There is no official, direct "Disney-to-Universal" shuttle operated by either theme park. Both resorts are fierce competitors and prefer to keep guests within their own "transportation bubbles." However, in 2026, there are several reliable third-party options. The most popular is Mears Transportation, which operates private shuttles and taxis between the two resorts (about a 15-20 minute drive). Many "Universal Partner Hotels" also offer scheduled shuttles that can drop you off near the Disney Transportation and Ticket Center, though these often require advance reservations. For 2026 visitors, Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) is the most convenient and common way to move between the parks, usually costing between $20 and $35 depending on the time of day. While there is no "free" way to hop between them, the proximity (approx. 10 miles) makes it a very easy trip to manage via app or private car service.

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Given Disneyland and Universal Studios is so popular among tourists to Los Angeles, you'd think there would be a shuttle from Disneyland to Universal Studios – but there isn't. However, you can book a private Disneyland to Universal Hollywood shuttle with a private vehicle and driver.

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For most guests, a rideshare like Lyft or Uber is the best transportation from Disney to Universal and the simplest answer to how to get to Universal from Disney as well as how to get from Universal to Disney. Costs will vary depending on your departure point.

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Two days. At least a full day at Universal Studios and another full day at Islands of Adventure will give you more chances to ride the rides you want and see the shows you like.

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Most Common Trip Length – 4 or 5 Days: This trip length works well for most people because you can visit all four Disney World theme parks, even possibly enjoy a second day at a favorite park, and it fits within most people's work vacation limits.

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If you're more interested in large rides like roller coasters, Universal is going to be your best bet. The same is true if you're a big fan of Harry Potter. If you don't mind some of the more family-friendly rides or you have little ones to bring along, Disney may be a better option.

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The Universal SuperStar Shuttle is $39 per person and $29 for children for a round trip journey, or $23 for adults and $18 for children for a one-way trip.

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Yes the rides are included as well as the tram tour of the studios. Parking is not included, general parking is around $10 a car and you walk through the shopping/restaurant area to get to the park entrance.

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The cost for this shuttle service from Orlando Airport to Universal Studios is: $23 – $27 per person. Children age 3 and under are free.

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This is a free shuttle and runs almost every 5 minutes. It is free and perfect!

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Airport Shuttles to Disney There are two companies that offer airport shuttles from the Orlando airport to Disney: Mears will shuttle you from the airport to Disney, as well as many other resorts in the area. They offer services to more than just Disney Resorts.

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A trip at this time of year also has the added bonus of cooler temperatures — or, to superfans, Spirit Jersey weather. Disney World's least busy month, though, is almost always September.

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Full day park if you want to do everything & savor it. With good crowds, and doing almost everything, Animal Kingdom is like a 85% of your day park. Magic Kingdom is like a day and a half park.

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As a general rule of thumb, the best days to visit Walt Disney World are during the weekdays of Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The primary rationale is that many families embark on week-long vacations at Disney, often starting their adventures on Sunday or Monday.

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Another very popular question we receive is, is Disney or Universal Cheaper? And as a general rule of thumb, Universal is cheaper than Disney in almost every category, from tickets to theme park food, and the most noticeable being hotel rooms.

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You could certainly spend multiple days there seeing all the theme park has to offer but 6-7 hours should cover the main sights and experiences to get through that you are interested in.

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