Transportation to/from airport from Universal Resort

[macraven]

back history is behind them, as they do have permits and insurance

 

[macraven]

It’s best you take your opinion privately and off the boards
please.
Use the pm system to discuss iit

I do not enjoy closing down a very good thread due to one rant

 

[larissawbb]

Mears may be safer.

 

[Rocky77]

It’s best you take your opinion privately and off the boards

Personal opinions aren’t allowed on this forum?

 

[gardenrooms]

We discovered a great driver while at Universal, who we used 3 times, first for a trip to and from The Royal Pacific to DAK for Moonlight Magic (we weren't done at Universal yet lol so "threw away" a DVC night) and we liked him so well we rebooked him for our move from Universal to WDW and finally from WDW to the airport. It was great to find someone who was reliable, friendly and reasonable (flat rate to airport was $95 which for our group of 6 was much better than Mears, the other trips were I believe $55 each) with whom we could communicate directly - no wondering if he was going to show up and, in fact, he was always early - plus I believe he said he has a booster/boosters (we had our own inflatables) and he could accommodate our luggage plus a 2 seat stroller). He is Keith at Orlando Destination & Travel (ODT), 866-505-8987. We thought he was great and I would highly recommend him. Reliable, reasonable and friendly.

 

[Annchristine65]

Ok so from what I'm reading I haven't gone back too far in the thread but it seems Tony has retired? He has been our go to for about 9 years now. Sad. Happy for him sad for us. So for our trip in 2 weeks I'm leaning toward Uber. I have never used an uber before. Can they accommodate 5 adults with luggage?

 

[ClapYourHands]

Ok so from what I'm reading I haven't gone back too far in the thread but it seems Tony has retired? He has been our go to for about 9 years now. Sad. Happy for him sad for us. So for our trip in 2 weeks I'm leaning toward Uber. I have never used an uber before. Can they accommodate 5 adults with luggage?

If you get an Uber XL it will be a minivan or three row SUV, which should meet your needs easily. Regular Uber only takes 4 passengers max.

 

[lovin'fl]

If staying at one resort do you then pay a day parking to visit another resort? My friends will be at Portifino Bay and I am thinking of booked Dockside Inn. But friends want us to go hang with them to watch football game. Don't want to pay another $30 to park there.

 

[ClapYourHands]

If staying at one resort do you then pay a day parking to visit another resort? My friends will be at Portifino Bay and I am thinking of booked Dockside Inn. But friends want us to go hang with them to watch football game. Don't want to pay another $30 to park there.

If you’re not staying at a particular hotel it’s like $45 to park, even if you already paid to park elsewhere. If you’re staying at Dockside, take UO transportation or an Uber/Lyft to get to Portofino.

 

[Charade67]

For those who have used Uber, what is the price like? I price checked on my app and it looks like if I prebook a trip it won’t be much less than any other car service.
I wish Universal would let you book the shuttle without having to book a package trip.

 

[georgina]

For those who have used Uber, what is the price like? I price checked on my app and it looks like if I prebook a trip it won’t be much less than any other car service.
I wish Universal would let you book the shuttle without having to book a package trip.

It is going to depend on the day and time. In Feb on a Friday afternoon, it was $42 before tip. Going back on a Monday mid-morning it was like 23 before tip> There really is no need to prebook.

I think you can book their shuttle without a package? Did you call to ask?

 

[Mom2Anna&Elsa]

For those who have used Uber, what is the price like? I price checked on my app and it looks like if I prebook a trip it won’t be much less than any other car service.
I wish Universal would let you book the shuttle without having to book a package trip.

You can book Universal’s shuttle without a package trip. I did that with no issue for a February 2023 trip.

 

[Charade67]

You can book Universal’s shuttle without a package trip. I did that with no issue for a February 2023 trip.

Did you do it by phone? I don’t see anywhere on the website. Last time I tried to book the shuttle I was told it was only available for packages.

 

[Mom2Anna&Elsa]

Did you do it by phone? I don’t see anywhere on the website. Last time I tried to book the shuttle I was told it was only available for packages.

Yes, I called and gave flight info. and paid:

The Shuttle must be booked at least 24 hours prior to guests scheduled flight time. To add or modify flight information, call 1-866-604-7557 between 8.00 am and 5.30 pm. To purchase the SuperStar Shuttle call 1-866-604-7557.

 

[Charade67]

Yes, I called and gave flight info. and paid:

The Shuttle must be booked at least 24 hours prior to guests scheduled flight time. To add or modify flight information, call 1-866-604-7557 between 8.00 am and 5.30 pm. To purchase the SuperStar Shuttle call 1-866-604-7557.

Thank you. Either things have changed since my previous trip or I was misinformed.

 

[tony67]

Thank you. Either things have changed since my previous trip or I was misinformed.

Yeah as long as you have a room reservation your can book the SuperStar Shuttle.

I used to do that in the past.

As long as you are coming in during normal hours its very good - off hours not so much but YMMV

Also if you have more than one person its probably not going to be much less than Uber

 

[DL1WDW2]

I am at Universal now and starting to see new bus designs for Super Star Shuttle !
When Epic Universe opens Universal Studios Orlando should steal the complimentary shuttle service idea ( Magic Express ) for resort guests !
I’m always happy to see Mears on USO property still!
Thanks for providing contact info to reserve.

 

[General Panic]

Hi all
Is the taxi rank easy to find at mco?
We're in from the UK in September and usually stay at Disney using Mears bus but staying at universal first this time.
We don't have with us a mobile phone so no user or lyft.

I've seen mention of the superstar shuttle which sounds possible but not sure if this can be booked from the UK easily?
We are staying at CBR and would need round-trip transfer.

Any advice appreciated.

 

[Ross Kratter]

The taxi stand is down on level 1, directly below baggage claim. You can’t miss it.

 

[Keladry84]

Hi all
Is the taxi rank easy to find at mco?
We're in from the UK in September and usually stay at Disney using Mears bus but staying at universal first this time.
We don't have with us a mobile phone so no user or lyft.

I've seen mention of the superstar shuttle which sounds possible but not sure if this can be booked from the UK easily?
We are staying at CBR and would need round-trip transfer.

Any advice appreciated.

I've used Superstar Shuttle, taxi, and ueber to leave MCO.

I can give a general description of my experiences with each, and where they could be found (with the caveat that the locations are from memory!).
For all 3, you will need to take the airport monorail/tram (if you arrive in C terminal). Once you get off, you'll see signs towards A/B terminals. Getting to the Superstar shuttle from there is clearly marked. Uber/taxi are a little more confusing.

Of the 3, Superstar shuttle was the most reliable for me. Uber was very difficult to find, and one time I couldn't get anyone to pick me up (waited over 20 minutes with 3 different drivers dropping me). I had to go downstairs to get a taxi. The taxi was about 80 dollars, and a 20-30 minute wait (pretty sure I hit a rush time)

Locations of each:
- Taxi - in A/B terminal go towards baggage claim, then go down to the lowest level. The elevator or escalators should take you there.
- uber - once you hit the A/B terminal, go towards baggage claim and then go down ONE level only, to the middle level - you would most likely need to take the elevator as the escalators that I've seen anyways take you all the down.
- Superstar shuttle - follow the signs, and the directions that the company gives you.

For Superstar Shuttle, see this "guide" from online:
https://theparkprodigy.com/universa...oking_the_Universal_Orlando_SuperStar_Shuttle
You can only use Superstar shuttle if you are booked into a Universal hotel on property. It's usually only advertised with a package (which is how I used it my first trip to Universal), BUT it looks like you can book it with a room only reservation - you just have to call guest services: "Call Universal Guest Services to add the SuperStar Shuttle Universal to your reservation (407) 224 – 4233" (number/quote is from the site linked above).

You can book one-way or return trip. I had to wait about 30 minutes for the shuttle when I used it on the airport side (not sure on way back as I only did one direction). The buses were air-conditioned and comfortable with the trip to hotel going smoothly. When I checked in they gave me a universal lanyard, which was neat I still use it each time I travel back.

Despite my one bad experience with Ueber, I still use that as my go-to as it's usually faster, but I am considering using Superstar shuttle on a future trip as I have some flight times where I would need to travel past midnight, and/or around 3 am - I'm single and not comfortable catching an ueber at those times, whereas I felt completely safe and secure with Superstar shuttle. Taxi for me is the last choice due to cost.