Driving to Universal Orlando

[srburks]

Does anyone know a short cut or alternate route driving from Panama City Beach to Orlando (Universal area). We usually go down I-75 to I-4 (I think)

Any suggestion would be greatly appreciated

 

[sdzman]

Go East on I-10 then south on I-75

Just south of Ocala take the FL Turnpike (toll road have change) right to Orlando

 

[srburks]

Thanks for the info. We will try that way. Do you know what the toll is and how many tolls there are? I like to be prepared.

 

[MattM]

Without knowing for sure (I use SunPass, so really dont pay attention), I would think it would be less than $10 for sure. But considering the time/mileage it saves you, it is definitely better than taking I-75 to I-4 in Tampa. I would estimate it saves you anywhere from an hour to an hour and a half.

 

[disneywithfive]

We are in south GA. This is our route to Disney - Not Universal so it could be a bit more.

I-75 South to Turnpike
At the first Toll you pay $2.50 for car
Go east on Toll road and exit at 429
Exit 429 at Western Way but while on that road there is a toll for $1

I don't know how much it is once you get off at I-4 but there wouldn't be any tolls on I4 so maybe it will come out about the same as what we pay.

 

[donaldduck352]

Go East on I-10 then south on I-75

Just south of Ocala take the FL Turnpike (toll road have change) right to Orlando

I'm A local and yes this is the best route.A 1/2mile pass the Wildwood exit is the turnpike so keep to your left.Once your on the turnpike the tolls are $2.50 and its only 40minutes or so depending on traffic.You will get off on I-4 east(JUst follow the signs they are well marked)