Universal Orlando Park-to-Park Tickets

What are park-to-park tickets?

Unlike standard single-park tickets, park-to-park tickets give you same-day access to multiple parks. At Universal Orlando, that means you can move freely between:

Universal Studios Florida
Universal Islands of Adventure

Most guests use park-to-park tickets to experience the Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ by riding the Hogwarts Express between these two parks.

Things to know before booking your ticket

Choose between 1 or 2 days: You can upgrade your 1-day ticket to a park-to-park one that lets you visit both Universal Studios Florida, and Universal Islands of Adventure on the same day. If you’re visiting for 2 days, make use of the 2-days multiple parks ticket that lets you visit Epic Universe separately on a second day.
Hogwarts Express access: This ticket is the only way to ride the Hogwarts Express between King’s Cross Station in Universal Studios Florida and Hogsmeade Station in Islands of Adventure.
Park hopping freedom: You can move between parks as often as you like throughout the day.
Express Pass upgrade: Park-to-park tickets do not automatically include Express Pass. You can purchase it separately or as part of a combo ticket.
Epic Universe not included: Epic Universe requires its own single-park ticket.

Getting from one park to the other

The most magical way to travel between Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure is on the Hogwarts Express.

Travel time: Around 5-7 mins in-motion, plus boarding and disembarking.
Wait times: Average 20-40 mins during peak hours and 10-20 mins in early mornings or late evenings.
Where you’ll go: King’s Cross Station is in the London area of Universal Studios Florida, and Hogsmeade Station is in Islands of Adventure near the Wizarding World entrance.
Two unique rides: The experience differs depending on your travel direction (London to Hogsmeade or vice versa), so try both if you can.

Your park-to-park itinerary

Morning (Universal Studios Florida)Begin in Diagon Alley with Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™. Explore Ollivanders™, Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes, and other themed shops. Hit Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit™ for a music-fueled coaster thrill. Ride Revenge of the Mummy™ and TRANSFORMERS™: The Ride-3D. Take a spin through Springfield with The Simpsons Ride™.
Late morning Board the Hogwarts Express at King’s Cross Station for your magical journey to Hogsmeade in Islands of Adventure.
Afternoon (Islands of Adventure)Ride Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™ inside Hogwarts Castle. Brave Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure™ for a high-speed, story-driven coaster. Get your adrenaline rush on Jurassic World VelociCoaster™. Take on The Incredible Hulk Coaster® and Doctor Doom’s Fearfall® in Marvel Super Hero Island®. Explore Skull Island: Reign of Kong™ and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man®.
Evening (Choose where you want to end the day)Hop back on the Hogwarts Express and go to Universal Studios Florida for The Bourne Stuntacular, E.T. Adventure™, or Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.Or stay in Islands of Adventure to enjoy Seuss Landing™, cool down with Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges®, and take in lagoon views at sunset.

Frequently asked questions about the Universal Orlando park-to-park tickets

How many parks can I visit with a park-to-park ticket?

You can visit two parks in one day with these tickets, Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure.

Does a park-to-park ticket include the Hogwarts Express?

Yes! It’s the only ticket type that allows you to ride the Hogwarts Express between Diagon Alley (Universal Studios Florida) and Hogsmeade (Islands of Adventure).

Can I use a park-to-park ticket to visit Epic Universe?

No. Epic Universe is accessible with the park-to-park ticket and requires a separate single-park ticket.

Can I visit Volcano Bay with this ticket?

No. Volcano Bay water theme park requires a separate ticket.

Can I hop between parks multiple times in one day?

Yes, you can hop back and forth as many times as you want via the Hogwarts Express.

Is the park-to-park ticket worth it just for the Hogwarts Express?

For Harry Potter fans, absolutely! The train ride is a unique attraction with different experiences in each direction.

Are these tickets date-specific?

Yes, you must select your visit date when booking, and tickets are only valid on that date.

Is the Hogwarts Express the only way to get between parks?

No. You can also walk between the park entrances via CityWalk, which takes about 10–15 mins.