Your Guide to the Universal Express Pass
If you want to experience as much as possible on your Universal adventure, the Universal Express Pass might be the best addition to your trip.
What Is the Universal Express Pass?
When you add Universal Express access to your park admission, you can skip the regular lines at most rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay, and the new Universal Epic Universe. This means more time for rides, snacks, and fun…and less time waiting.
You’ll simply present your Express Pass at participating attractions to enter a separate, shorter queue. It’s an easy way to make the most of your visit.
Types of Express Passes
Universal Express Pass
Allows you to bypass the regular line one time per participating attraction.
Universal Express Unlimited Pass
Lets you skip the regular lines an unlimited number of times at participating attractions.
Note: Not currently available at Epic Universe as of October 2026.
Families staying at one of Universal’s three premier resorts, Loews Portofino Bay, Hard Rock Hotel, and Loews Royal Pacific, automatically receive Universal Express Unlimited with their stay. If you’re staying elsewhere, you can easily add one of the Express Pass options to your tickets.
How to Use It
When you arrive at a participating attraction, show your Express Pass to the attendant. Some rides scan it right at the entrance, while others check it again closer to the loading area. Keep your pass handy because everyone in your group will need their own.
If your pass is included with your Universal hotel stay, your room key acts as your Express Pass. Just keep it with you throughout the day.
Pricing
The cost of Express Passes varies depending on the day and crowd levels. Prices are dynamic and increase as the date gets closer and availability decreases. Expect a range between roughly $120–$380 per person, per day.
Advance purchase is always recommended since Express Passes can sell out, especially during busy times like holidays and summer break.
Is Express Pass Worth It?
If you’re visiting during a busy time or have a short trip, the Express Pass can make a huge difference. You’ll spend less time waiting in lines and more time riding your favorites, exploring, and enjoying the parks at your own pace.
For families, especially those with kids, the extra cost can be well worth the convenience and flexibility it offers.
Participating Attractions
Here’s a full list of rides where you can use Universal Express access.
Universal Epic Universe
Constellation Carousel
Curse of the Werewolf
Fyre Drill
Hiccup’s Wing Gliders
Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry™
Le Cirque Arcanus™
Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge
Mine-Cart Madness™
Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment
Stardust Racers
The Untrainable Dragon
Yoshi’s Adventure™
Universal Studios Florida
Animal Actors on Location!
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem
DreamWorks Imagination Celebration
E.T. Adventure
Fast & Furious – Supercharged
Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™
Hogwarts™ Express (Park-to-Park Admission required to board the Hogwarts™ Express)
Illumination's Villain-Con Minion Blast
Kang & Kodos' Twirl 'n' Hurl
MEN IN BLACK™ Alien Attack™
Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon
Revenge of the Mummy
The Bourne Stuntacular
The Simpsons Ride™
Transformers™: The Ride-3D
Trolls Trollercoaster
Universal Horror Make-Up Show
Universal Islands Of Adventure
The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man®
Caro-Seuss-el™
The Cat in the Hat™
Doctor Doom’s Fearfall®
Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls®
Flight of the Hippogriff™
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure™
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™
The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride!™
Hogwarts™ Express (Park-to-Park admission ticket required)
The Incredible Hulk Coaster®
Jurassic Park River Adventure
Jurassic World VelociCoaster
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish™
Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges®
Skull Island: Reign of Kong
Storm Force Accelatron®
Universal Volcano Bay
Universal Volcano Bay will begin a seasonal closure on October 26, 2026, with a current planned reopening on or before March 24, 2027.
Honu of Honu ika Moana
ika Moana of Honu ika Moana
Krakatau Aqua Coaster
Maku of Maku Puihi Round Raft Rides
Puihi of Maku Puihi Round Raft Rides
Punga Racers
Taniwha Tubes
Additional Rides Available with Express PLUS:
Kala & Tai Nui Serpentine Body Slides
Ko’okiri Body Plunge
Ohno of Ohyah & Ohno Drop Slides
Ohyah of Ohyah & Ohno Drop Slides
The VIP Tour Option
If you want the ultimate Universal experience, consider a VIP Tour. These tours include a guided behind-the-scenes experience, Universal Express Unlimited access to all rides and attractions, and exclusive perks that make your day even smoother.
Volcano Bay Express Access
If you’re visiting Volcano Bay, Express Pass works a little differently. You’ll use it to skip the Virtual Line and head straight to the ride entrance. The Express Plus option allows you to skip the virtual lines at all participating attractions.
