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Orlando International Airport MCO Transportation

Orlando International Airport offers several transportation options, including hotel shuttles, local buses, ride-sharing, shuttle vans, taxis, rental cars, and train connections across all three terminals. Orlando airport transportation services operate at different levels in different terminals to reach hotels, theme parks, downtown Orlando, Disney resorts, Universal hotels, Port Canaveral, and nearby cities. Most pickup areas are on Level 1, while rideshare services are typically on Level 2 at Terminals A and B and Level 6 at Terminal C. Clear airport signage helps travelers find each service.

MCO Airport Transportation Options

Orlando Airport Arrival And Baggage Claim

Orlando International Airport provides several transportation options for local and long-distance travel. Some services operate from MCO baggage claim or the arrivals level, depending on the terminal. 

Hotel Shuttle

Several hotels near Orlando Airport offer free shuttle services between the airport and their properties. 

Universal’s SuperStar Shuttle: The shuttle pickup and drop-off points are located on Level 1 of MCO Terminals A and C. 

Terminal

Commercial Lane Spaces 

Terminal A 

A30-A33 (Level 1)

Terminal C 

C282-C283 (Level 1)

Other Local Hotels: Several other hotels near MCO also offer complimentary shuttle services to and from all three terminals.

Terminal

Shuttle Pickup Space 

Level

Terminal A

A1-A4 and A42-A45 

Commercial Lane, Level 1 

Terminal B

B1-B4 and B40 

Commercial Lane, Level 1 

Terminal C

C270 and C271 

Commercial Lane, Level 1, drop-off level 2

Train Station

C7 and C8 

Commercial Lane

Note: Shuttle services, pickup points, and operating hours may vary by hotel. Check the shuttle details with the hotel before arrival. 

Local Buses

LYNX buses depart from Terminal A, Level 1. MCO arrivals at Terminal B or C need time to reach the A-side bus stop.

Terminal 

A-side, Level 1

Commercial Lane Space

A38-A41

Charter Buses

Terminals A, B, and C (Level 1)

Fares

$2 per trip or $4.50 for an all-day pass 

Phone Number

(407) 841-5969

Routes

Links 11, 42, 51, 311, 407, and 436S 

Destinations Served

  • Destination Parkway

  • Downtown Orlando

  • Florida Mall

  • Orange County Convention Center

  • Orlando Premium Outlets 

  • Sand Lake Road SunRail Station 

  • SeaWorld Area

Ride-Sharing

Uber, Lyft, Wingz, and KreweCar rideshare services operate at Orlando Airport. 

Terminal

Pickup Location

Drop-off Location

Terminal A

Arrivals Curb, Level 2

Departures Curb, Level 3 

Departures Curb, Level 3 

Terminal B

Arrivals Curb, Level 2

Departures Curb, Level 3 

Departures Curb, Level 3 

Terminal C

Arrivals Curb, Level 6 

Departures Curb, Level 2 

Terminals A and B pickup area operates on Level 2 around the clock. An extra pickup option opens on Level 3 between 9 pm and 2 am. 

Shuttle Van

Shared shuttle vans connect the airport to major attractions, resorts, and surrounding cities. 

Terminal

Space

Terminal A

A19-A21 (Level 1)

Terminal B

B76-B78 (Level 1)

Terminal C

C200-C204 (Level 1)

Note: Follow the MCO map to find the shuttle van space from the arriving terminal.

SunRail

SunRail does not have a direct station inside the airport. The airport connection uses a LYNX bus between MCO and Sand Lake Road station.

Pickup Area

LYNX Local Bus Stop, Terminal A, Level 1, Commercial Lane Spaces A38-A41

Phone Number 

1-855-RAIL-411

Operating Hour

Monday to Friday: 5:30 am to 9:30 pm

Taxi

Airport taxis provide direct trips to hotels, homes, business addresses, and attractions. 

Terminal

Level

Space

Terminal A

Level 1

A22-A25

Terminal B

Level 1

B30-B34

Terminal C

Level 6

-

Trusted companies include:

Taxi Provider

Phone Number

Diamond Cab

407-523-3333

Quick Cab

407-447-14444

Town & Country Transport

407-828-3035

Mears Taxi

407-422-2222

Rental Cars

Several on-airport and off-airport rental car companies operate from Terminals A, B, and C. Rental counters and vehicles are accessible from the airport parking areas.

On-airport companies: The following companies have their counters in the Rental Car Center:

Rental Company

Pickup Location

Drop-off Location

Phone Number

Alamo

Terminals A & B: Level R1 

Terminal C: Parking C1 

Terminals A & B: Level R1 

Terminal C: Parking C1

1-800-327-9633

Avis

Terminals A & B: Level R2

Terminal C: Parking C2

Terminal A: Level R1 

Terminal B: Level R2 

Terminal C: Parking C2

1-800-831-2847

Budget

Terminals A & B: Level R1 

Terminal C: Parking C1

Terminal A: Level R1 

Terminal B: Level R2 

Terminal C: Parking C2

1-800-527-0700

Dollar

Terminals A & B: Level R2

Terminal C: Parking C2

Terminal A: Level R2 

Terminal B: Level R1 

Terminal C: Parking C2

1-800-800-4000

Enterprise

Terminals A & B: Level R1 

Terminal C: Parking C1

Terminals A & B: Level R1 

Terminal C: Parking C1

1-800-325-8007

Hertz

Terminals A & B: Level R2

Terminal C: Parking C2

Terminal A: Level R2 

Terminal B: Level R1 

Terminal C: Parking C2

1-800-654-3131

National

Terminals A & B: Level R1 

Terminal C: Parking C1

Terminals A & B: Level R1 

Terminal C: Parking C1

1-800-227-7368

Payless

Terminals A & B: Level R2

Terminal C: Parking C2

Terminal A: Level R1 

Terminal B: Level R2 

Terminal C: Parking C2

407-856-5539

Sixt

Terminals A & B: Level P1 

Terminal C: Parking C1

Terminals A & B: Level P1 

Terminal C: Parking C1

1-408-592-7243

Thrifty

Terminals A & B: Level R2

Terminal C: Parking C2

Terminal A: Level R2 

Terminal B: Level R1 

Terminal C: Parking C2

1-800-367-2277

Off-airport: More than 30 rental companies operate off-airport with free shuttle service between the airport and their rental locations. Board the shuttles from the designated commercial lanes on Level 1.

Terminal

Shuttle Pick-Up and Drop-Off Spaces 

Terminal A

A11-A13 

Terminal B

B60-B62 

Terminal C

C277-C278 

Train Station

C3-C4 

Orlando Airport Private Transportation

Limousines and private car services offer pre-arranged transportation for business trips, family holidays, special events, and luxury travel. Available vehicles may include sedans, SUVs, executive cars, and stretch limousines. 

Resort & General Transportation Concessionaire at MCO Airport

Orlando Airport Private Transportation

Mears Destination Services: MDS is the airport's resort and general transportation concessionaire. It provides shared shuttle vans and private luxury sedans to major attractions, resorts, and surrounding cities.

Age

Ticket Price

Under 3 Years

Free

3-9 Years

$13 (one-way)

10+ Years

$16 (one-way)

Cruise Transfer: Orlando Airport private transportation and shuttle services connect Orlando Airport with Port Canaveral. 

Company

Contact Number

Service

Busy Traveler Transportation 

1-321-453-5278 

Airport and Port Canaveral transfers 

Cocoa Beach Shuttle 

1-321-631-4144 

Cruise port transportation 

Mears Destination Services 

1-855-463-2776 

Shared and private transportation 

Sunward Tours 

1-321-453-0704 

Cruise and airport transfers 

Go Port

-

Shared cruise shuttles 

Airport-approved transportation companies also provide cruise transfers. Check with the cruise line or a transfer provider for details.

National Transportation Services

The airport provides connections to several national and regional transportation services from Orlando to other cities in Florida and destinations across the United States.

High-Speed Rail: Brightline offers express train connections between Orlando International Airport and South Florida cities such as West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. 

Location

Train Station, connected to Terminal C 

Operating Hours

5:00 am to 11:00 pm

Phone Number

831-539-2901 

Amtrak: Take Lynx Bus 11 to Orange Avenue and Columbia Street. The Amtrak station is about half a mile from the bus stop. The bus trip takes about 30 minutes and costs $2, according to the airport's information.

Greyhound: It offers long-distance bus services from Orlando to several cities and states. The Greyhound station is approximately 13 miles from Orlando International Airport. 

Location

555 North John Young Parkway, Orlando, Florida 

Journey Time

About 60 minutes

Bus fare

$2

Out-of-Town Shuttle Services: Some shuttle companies offer MCO transportation from the airport to destinations such as Daytona Beach, Cocoa Beach, Port Canaveral, Tampa, Miami, Ocala, and Gainesville. All out-of-town shuttles use designated spaces on Level 1.

Terminal

Shuttle Pick-Up Spaces 

Terminal A

A14-A15 

Terminal B

B63-B64 

Terminal C

C205-C209 

Ground Transportation Costs from Orlando Airport 

MCO ground transportation costs depend on the destination, vehicle type, passenger count, and travel time. 

Destination

Hotel Shuttle

Local Bus

Shuttle Van

Taxi

Limos

Airport Hotel

Free

$2

$15/$22

$14-$18

$50-$90

International Drive

N/A

$2

$21/$33

$38-$45

$50-$90

Downtown

N/A

$2

$20/$32

$38-$45

$50-$90

Winter Park/Maitland Area 

N/A

$2

$29/$49

$45-$55

$50-$90

Lake Buena Vista Area 

N/A

$2

$23/$37

$47-$55

$50-$90

Kissimmee Hotels Area 

N/A

$2

$29/$49

$45-$75

$50-$90

Disney Resorts Area 

N/A

$2

$23/$37

$52-$68

$50-$90

Port Canaveral 

N/A

N/A

N/A

$115

$50-$90

How to Get Between Orlando Airport Terminals?

Orlando Airport Terminals

The free Terminal Link automated train connects Terminals A, B, and C continuously, day and night. 

Terminal A to Terminal B: Terminals A and B are in the same main building, about 525 feet apart. Passengers can walk between them on Level 3. 

Passengers who have passed security can use the Gate Link automated train to travel between connected gate areas without going through security again. 

Terminal A/B to Terminal C: The Terminal Link connects the main terminal area with MCO Terminal C through the Train Station. 

  • The service operates 24 hours a day. 

  • Trains run approximately every four minutes. 

Terminal B to Terminal C by shuttle bus: Shuttle buses operate 24 hours a day. 

  • Terminal B pickup: Level 1, space B65

  • Terminal C pickup: Level 1, space C272

Passengers can also walk between Terminal C and the Train Station by the pedestrian bridge. 

Most Orlando Airport transportation services operate from Level 1, while some taxi and rideshare pickups use the arrivals levels. The popular options include rental cars, taxis, rideshare services, hotel shuttles, shared vans, and public buses. The right choice depends on the destination, luggage, group size, arrival time, and total cost.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01What transportation options are available at Orlando Airport?
Orlando International Airport offers hotel shuttles, local buses, ride-sharing, shuttle vans, taxis, rental cars, and train connections across all three terminals.
02Where is ground transportation located at Orlando Airport?
Most ground transportation services are located on Level 1 of Terminals A, B, and C. Some rideshare and taxi pickups operate from the arrivals levels.
03Where is the taxi stand at Orlando Airport?
Taxi stands are located at Terminal A Level 1, spaces A22-A25; Terminal B Level 1, spaces B30-B34; and Terminal C Level 6.
04How much does the Lynx bus cost from Orlando Airport?
The listed fares are $2 for a single trip and $4.50 for an all-day pass.
05Does Orlando Airport have transportation to Port Canaveral?
Yes, private transfers, cruise shuttles, and rental cars operate between Orlando Airport and Port Canaveral.
06Can I take a train directly from MCO to Miami?
Yes, Brightline high-speed passenger trains run daily routes from the MCO Train Station (adjacent to Terminal C) to South Florida destinations, including West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami.
07Are MCO ground transportation services open 24 hours?
Taxis, rideshare apps, and airport shuttles operate 24 hours a day to match incoming and outgoing flights.
08How do travelers reach the MCO Train Station from Terminal A or B?
Take the Terminal Link from MCO Terminal B to the Train Station.
09Does Orlando Airport have rental cars?
Yes, both on-airport and off-airport rental car agencies operate from MCO Airport.