free bus to busch gardens

[mistiblu33]

Hello all,we are currently staying at sandy ridge in a private villa,we have a car but hubby would like a break from driving and we would like to catch the free bus to Busch gardens,does anyone know if there are any pick up points that we can safely leave the car? Thank you in advance

 

[goofy4tink]

I have no idea...I have never heard of a 'free' shuttle bus. I know there are buses that run between various Orlando areas and Busch Gardens, but it's an hour away and I can't imagine that the ride is free.

 

[Lewisc]

The bus is free if you have a qualifying ticket. You might arrive at BG as late as 11:30a and your return bus might leave before park closing.People who have a car, or are able to rent a car, should drive.

http://seaworldparks.com/buschgardens-tampa/Park-Info/Directions

You can make a "test" reservation if you want to verify actual pick up locations.

https://secure.mearstransportation.com/MearsExpress/BuschGardens.asp

I have no idea which pick up locations offer safe (and free) parking. My guess is you could park at the Publix for free but maybe not at Sea World.

edited to add.
I'm not sure exactly Sandy Ridge is located. If it's located where I think it is you only have about an hour drive to BG. You probably have a 10-15 ride, in the opposite direction, to the nearest bus stop. You'll have allow time for traffic and to possibly find the place. The bus won't wait for you. That means you'll have to allow 30 minutes to get to the nearest bus stop, only an extra 30 minutes to drive directly to BG. Bus only makes sense if only part of your family want to go to BG and either the people going don't drive or the people not going need the car.

I'm sure the target market are guests who don't have a car. Who'll be walking or taking a taxi to a pickup location. Some of the pickup locations are at hotels. I have no idea if the hotel will let people park at their hotel all day for free.