Skip the lines at Universal Studios Orlando

TL;DR – How to skip the lines at Universal Studios Orlando

Universal Studios Orlando is known for its themed rides and attractions across their parks, making it a crowd-favorite for families, theme park enthusiasts, and fans of everything Hollywood. During peak seasons/weekends, the time you’ll spend waiting in lines can exceed 1.5 hrs for rides, which you can bypass by booking a skip-the-line Express Pass.

Here’s how:

  • Universal Studios Orlando 1-Day Express Pass (One Time Per Ride) (From $114 ): Access to fast-track entry for popular rides and attractions at Universal Studios Orlando for a day. Can be used one time per ride. Does not include theme park admission.
  • Universal Studios Orlando 1-Day Express Pass (Unlimited Rides) (From $155 ): Access to fast-track entry for popular rides and attractions at Universal Studios Orlando for a day, with unlimited access allowing you to visit the attractions with fast-track entry multiple times with your ticket. Does not include theme park admission.
  • Universal Studios Orlando 1-Day Tickets + Express Pass (One Time per Ride) (From $269 ): Includes 1-day admission to the theme park of your choice, along with access to fast-track entry for popular rides and attractions at Universal Studios Orlando for a day. Can be used one time per ride. 
  • Universal Studios Orlando Tickets + 1-Day Express Pass (Unlimited Rides) (From $295 ): Includes 1-day admission to the theme park of your choice, along with unlimited access, allowing you to visit the attractions with fast-track entry multiple times with your ticket. 
  • Universal Studios Orlando 2-Day Express Pass (One Time Per Ride) (From $273 ): Access to fast-track entry for popular rides and attractions at Universal Studios Orlando for 2 days. Can be used one time per ride. Does not include theme park admission.

See all your options in detail below ↓






Book skip-the-line tickets to Universal Studios Orlando

Avoid waiting in lines and get to your rides and attractions, and enjoy the experiences at Universal Studios Orlando as soon as you can.

Pro tip: Book at least two weeks in advance to get your preferred date at the theme parks, especially during the summer months.

























































What does skip-the-line really mean for Universal Studios Orlando

You can easily avoid waiting in long lines at the popular rides and attractions at Universal Studios Orlando with your skip-the-line Express Pass tickets. Choose the type of ticket that allows you to experience fast-track access to entertainment and adventure as per your itinerary.

How long are the queues at Universal Studios Orlando?

Waiting times can exceed an hour, sometimes crossing 2 hours during the summer months, holiday season, and weekends, so you can skip waiting in the long lines at popular attractions with your skip-the-line ticket.

  • Peak season: June to August, December
  • Peak hours: 12pm onward

Types of queues at Universal Studios Orlando

Enjoy fast-track access to your favorite rides and attractions

Visit Universal Studios Orlando without waiting in long queues with fast-track entry, and enjoy unlimited access, where you can experience the magic of your favorite rides unlimited times!

Guests enjoying a water ride at Universal Studios Resort waterpark in Orlando, Florida.

All your options to skip the lines at Universal Studios Orlando

Compare your ticket options

Ticket typeWait timesQueues skippedInclusionsTickets

On-site Tickets

Over 1 hour during peak seasons

None (could vary based on ticket type)

Vary based on ticket type

On-site

Universal Studios Orlando 1-Day Tickets + Express Pass (One Time per Ride)

Ride queues can exceed 60 minutes during peak times, can be reduced significantly with the Express Pass

Ticket purchase lines and ride queues (once per attraction)

1-day park admission + Express Pass with skip-the-line access once per ride

From $269

Universal Studios Orlando Tickets + 1-Day Express Pass (Unlimited Rides)

Ride queues can exceed 60 minutes during peak times, can be reduced significantly with the Express Pass

Ticket purchase lines and ride queues (unlimited)

Park admission + Express Pass with unlimited skip-the-line access for the day

From $295

Universal Studios Orlando 1-Day Express Pass (Unlimited Rides)

Ride queues can exceed 60 minutes during peak times, can be reduced significantly with the Express Pass

Ride queues only (unlimited)

Express Pass with unlimited fast-track access; park admission not included

From $155

Universal Studios Orlando 1-Day Express Pass (One Time Per Ride)

Ride queues can exceed 60 minutes during peak times, can be reduced significantly with the Express Pass

Ride queues only (once per attraction)

Express Pass with one-time skip-the-line access per attraction; park admission not included

From $114

Universal Studios Orlando 2-Day Express Pass (One Time Per Ride)

Ride queues can exceed 60 minutes during peak times, can be reduced significantly with the Express Pass

Ride queues only (once per attraction over 2 days)

2-day Express Pass with one-time skip-the-line access per ride; park admission not included

From $273

Universal Studios Orlando 1-Day Tickets

Ticketing and ride queues can exceed 60 minutes during peak seasons for each line

Ticket purchase lines

1-day admission to the selected theme park

From $148

Universal Studios Orlando 2-Day Tickets (Multiple Parks)

Ticketing and ride queues can exceed 60 minutes during peak seasons for each line

Ticket purchase lines

Admission for 2 days with access to multiple parks

From $330

Universal Studios Orlando 2-Day Tickets (Single Park Per Day)

Ticketing and ride queues can exceed 60 minutes during peak seasons for each line

Ticket purchase lines

Admission for 2 days, one park per day

From $313

Rides and attractions included with your Universal Express Pass

Frequently asked questions about Universal Studios Orlando skip-the-line Express Pass tickets

No. The Express Pass is not a park entry ticket. You must purchase valid park admission separately to use Express Pass access at Universal Studios Florida and/or Islands of Adventure.

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