(However, if you’re arriving at MCO later in the evening, you will need to grab your own luggage or it will not be transferred until the morning.) Universal Orlando One of the main benefits of Magical Express is the baggage service, where you can tag your checked luggage to be picked up by Disney and taken directly to your hotel room – no need to wait at baggage claim. Operated by Mears, these buses pick up on the ground level at the airport, where you will be asked to check in and be grouped with a number of other Disney guests heading to the various hotels. Although we recommend that guests always cost-compare with a private transfer, there are other options available: Walt Disney Worldįor guests staying on-site at Walt Disney World Resort, Disney offers complimentary transportation to and from Orlando International Airport (MCO) by way of its Magical Express. How you’ll get to your resort destination all depends on where you’re going. What are my other options when arriving from Orlando International Airport (MCO)? Any Uber rides that pick up from Universal will automatically add a $4 surcharge, so be sure to price-check against other options. Universal, in particular, has made a commitment to working with the rideshare companies, to create a safer, more comfortable pick-up spot, which is currently located on the top level of the parking complex. Also be aware that they’re both subject to surge pricing, depending on where you’re going and the time of day for example, if you’re trying to book a Lyft out of Magic Kingdom right as the fireworks end for the night, you might find significantly higher prices than if you’d tried to leave the park at 2:00 pm. This will also guarantee that you don’t have to worry about tolls or navigating the sometimes trafficked roads.ĭo your due diligence before you arrive to cost-compare rates with both Lyft and Uber, keeping in mind that the rideshare apps might have promotions that you can take advantage of. Uber and Lyft provide services throughout the Orlando area, and are easy to use once you’ve downloaded their respective app. Bus and taxi area at Universal Orlando Resort What’s the best option?įor many visitors who need to get from the airport to their resort destination, ride sharing is the way to go.