Besides taxi, buses and limousine service, there are Orlando shuttle vans that provide economical public transportation to anywhere in the Greater Orlando area.
Shared van shuttles operate From Orlando International Airport to downtown Orlando and all the main tourist destinations. They are a little cheaper than taxis, and also cheaper to buy a round trip ticket.
If you are considering taking a shuttle van on arrival, the first thing to do after booking your hotel room is to check to see if your hotel offers complimentary transportation to and From Orlando International Airport. Complimentary hotel shuttles can save you a lot, especially if you are traveling in a group.
Riding a Shuttle van in Orlando is not always cheaper when 2 or more passengers are traveling. Remember Orlando Taxis may carry up to 7 passengers, and charge the same rate regardless of the number of passengers.
Below are approximate Shared Ride Shuttle Rates From Orlando International Airport to local hotels
ZONE 1 - Orlando International Airport
ZONE 2 - Downtown / South Orlando
ZONE 3 - International Drive
ZONE 4 - Lake Buena Vista, Walt Disney World, Highway 192W
ZONE 5 - Kissimmee, US 27 & I-4, Highway 192 east of SR 535, Maitland, Winter Park
Children age 3 and under free.
Child’s rate – age 4-11 years.
Adult – age 12 years and up.
Prices subject to change without notice.
Orlando shuttle transportation services between most Central Florida area hotels and Orlando attractions.
Round trip from the following Orlando Attractions to:
Magic Kingdom, Disney Hollywood Studios, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Disney Springs
Round trip from the following Orlando Attractions to:
Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, Discovery Cove, Aquatica, Islands of Adventure, Florida Mall
Source: Mears Transportation
Children age 3 and under free.
Child’s rate – age 4-11 years.
Adult – age 12 years and up.
Prices subject to change without notice.
Shuttle van location at Orlando International Airport
Located on the A-Side of the Terminal, on the Ground Transportation Level (Level) 1, at Commercial Lane parking spaces: A19-A21
Located on the B-Side of the Terminal, on the Ground Transportation Level (Level) 1, at Commercial Lane parking spaces: B27-B29
When taking a Shuttle Van From Orlando International Airport here are a few things you need to know:
1 Before planning on taking a shuttle from the airport, check with your hotel first to make sure they do not offer a complimentary shuttle for hotel guest.
2 From the airport, most Orlando shuttle vans operate on a first come, first serve basis. Once the shuttle van is full, the driver will drop off passengers in order of the closest destination point to the furthest. If your hotel is the furthest away from the airport, you will have to wait for the other share ride passengers to be dropped off at their respective hotels before arriving at your hotel.
3 When heading back to the airport, the shuttle driver picks up passengers in order from the hotel furthest from the airport to the closest. Your pick-up time will depend on the relationship between your hotel and how many other share passengers will be picked up and their respective hotels. If you are the furthest away from the airport, you will be picked up relatively early to your flight time and will have to visit other hotels to pick up share passengers before arriving at the airport. Always call ahead to make pickup arrangements.
4 Orlando shuttle van fares are charged per person. If your are traveling with children, check with the attendant for children’s rates.
4 Tips are greatly appreciated for excellent service but not required. The customary gratuity for this type of service is 15-20%. Some exclusive rides already include tips.
