Directions

[pgjam]

We will be staying at BWV at WDW & will be going to IOA for a day. What is is the Easiest driving directions from BWV to Universal (Especially of the directional deficient).
Thanks
pgjam

 

[BarryHom]

Check here:

http://www.ioacentral.com/park_information/driving_directions/driving_directions.htm

The link shows the old I-4 exit numbers. The new exit numbers are much different, but a small sign still has the old exit number. Keep an eye out for it. You will also see big signs on I-4 for the Universal exit.

 

[pgjam]

According to the directions on the link you take I-4 from WDW. It does not say whether it is I-4 east or west. Do you know? I am really directional deficient
thanks - pgjam

 

[BarryHom]

You take I-4 East into Orlando. if you go I-4 west, you will be heading to Tampa. WDW old exits were from exits 24 to 25.

 

[pgjam]

Thanks again - the directions sound so easy even I should be able to find it.
pgjam

 

[Figment22]

Kelly Monaghan's website has a section listing all the new I-4 exit
numbers. We found it invaluable on our most recent Orlando
trip this past long weekend. Go to:

http://www.theotherorlando.com/updates/exits2.html

I haven't posted a link before, so I hope this works properly.

And a BIG "Thank you" to Kelly.

 

[kellymonaghan]

Lately, I taken to using an alternate route when driving from WDW to Universal.

I take the north exit from the Disney property, the one that goes past the non-Disney hotels (Grosvenor, Doubletree, etc.) and lets you out at Rt 535 at the Crossroads Shopping Center.

Turn left on 535 and go about a block and turn right onto Palm Parkway. Then just follow your nose as the road parallels I-4. When you get close, you'll see the signs pointing to Universal.

This route takes you in through the "back door" as it were. Sometimes, when I-4 is jammed (which it frequently is) this route can be faster.

Sorry I don't know all the exact street names. if you'll fly me down, I can ride in your car and show you the way.

 

[BarryHom]

Now that's a new job for Kelly! You can help him do research on his books!