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Wait Times at Universal Studios

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Universal Studios Florida is a theme park located in Orlando, Florida, part of the Universal Orlando Resort, and is open all year round, featuring numerous rides and attractions. The park is themed to different areas of Hollywood and movies, including the Wizarding World of Harry Potter with Diagon Alley and Kings Cross Station, where you can take the Hogwarts Express to Islands of Adventure. USF is busiest during the Christmas and Thanksgiving holidays, and during spring break. See the USF Crowd Calendar for more details. Universal Express can be bought to reduce wait times. The park's biggest draw each year is Halloween Horror Nights, featuring numerous haunted houses, running from Labor Day weekend through Halloween.

User Park Rating: 83%

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Today's Average
63
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Current Park Time
02:56 AM

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Universal Studios Typical Wait Times

What are wait times typically like at Universal Studios each day? The table below shows the recent average of wait times at Universal Studios, listed in 5 minute intervals.

Universal Studios Typical Average Wait Times
TIME WAIT TIME
7:00 AM
14 minutes
7:05 AM
14 minutes
7:10 AM
12 minutes
7:15 AM
12 minutes
7:20 AM
11 minutes
7:25 AM
11 minutes
7:30 AM
15 minutes
7:35 AM
15 minutes
7:40 AM
16 minutes
7:45 AM
15 minutes
7:50 AM
12 minutes
7:55 AM
11 minutes
8:00 AM
11 minutes
8:05 AM
11 minutes
8:10 AM
12 minutes
8:15 AM
12 minutes
8:20 AM
13 minutes
8:25 AM
13 minutes
8:30 AM
13 minutes
8:35 AM
13 minutes
8:40 AM
13 minutes
8:45 AM
12 minutes
8:50 AM
12 minutes
8:55 AM
12 minutes
9:00 AM
12 minutes
9:05 AM
12 minutes
9:10 AM
13 minutes
9:15 AM
13 minutes
9:20 AM
14 minutes
9:25 AM
15 minutes
9:30 AM
16 minutes
9:35 AM
17 minutes
9:40 AM
17 minutes
9:45 AM
18 minutes
9:50 AM
19 minutes
9:55 AM
20 minutes
10:00 AM
20 minutes
10:05 AM
21 minutes
10:10 AM
22 minutes
10:15 AM
22 minutes
10:20 AM
23 minutes
10:25 AM
24 minutes
10:30 AM
25 minutes
10:35 AM
26 minutes
10:40 AM
27 minutes
10:45 AM
27 minutes
10:50 AM
28 minutes
10:55 AM
29 minutes
11:00 AM
30 minutes
11:05 AM
31 minutes
11:10 AM
31 minutes
11:15 AM
32 minutes
11:20 AM
32 minutes
11:25 AM
33 minutes
11:30 AM
33 minutes
11:35 AM
33 minutes
11:40 AM
34 minutes
11:45 AM
34 minutes
11:50 AM
34 minutes
11:55 AM
34 minutes
12:00 PM
35 minutes
12:05 PM
35 minutes
12:10 PM
35 minutes
12:15 PM
35 minutes
12:20 PM
36 minutes
12:25 PM
36 minutes
12:30 PM
36 minutes
12:35 PM
36 minutes
12:40 PM
36 minutes
12:45 PM
36 minutes
12:50 PM
36 minutes
12:55 PM
36 minutes
1:00 PM
36 minutes
1:05 PM
36 minutes
1:10 PM
36 minutes
1:15 PM
36 minutes
1:20 PM
36 minutes
1:25 PM
36 minutes
1:30 PM
36 minutes
1:35 PM
36 minutes
1:40 PM
36 minutes
1:45 PM
36 minutes
1:50 PM
36 minutes
1:55 PM
37 minutes
2:00 PM
37 minutes
2:05 PM
37 minutes
2:10 PM
37 minutes
2:15 PM
37 minutes
2:20 PM
37 minutes
2:25 PM
36 minutes
2:30 PM
37 minutes
2:35 PM
37 minutes
2:40 PM
37 minutes
2:45 PM
37 minutes
2:50 PM
36 minutes
2:55 PM
37 minutes
3:00 PM
36 minutes
3:05 PM
36 minutes
3:10 PM
36 minutes
3:15 PM
37 minutes
3:20 PM
37 minutes
3:25 PM
37 minutes
3:30 PM
37 minutes
3:35 PM
37 minutes
3:40 PM
37 minutes
3:45 PM
37 minutes
3:50 PM
36 minutes
3:55 PM
37 minutes
4:00 PM
37 minutes
4:05 PM
36 minutes
4:10 PM
37 minutes
4:15 PM
37 minutes
4:20 PM
37 minutes
4:25 PM
37 minutes
4:30 PM
37 minutes
4:35 PM
37 minutes
4:40 PM
37 minutes
4:45 PM
36 minutes
4:50 PM
36 minutes
4:55 PM
36 minutes
5:00 PM
35 minutes
5:05 PM
35 minutes
5:10 PM
35 minutes
5:15 PM
34 minutes
5:20 PM
33 minutes
5:25 PM
33 minutes
5:30 PM
33 minutes
5:35 PM
32 minutes
5:40 PM
32 minutes
5:45 PM
31 minutes
5:50 PM
31 minutes
5:55 PM
30 minutes
6:00 PM
30 minutes
6:05 PM
29 minutes
6:10 PM
29 minutes
6:15 PM
29 minutes
6:20 PM
29 minutes
6:25 PM
28 minutes
6:30 PM
28 minutes
6:35 PM
28 minutes
6:40 PM
28 minutes
6:45 PM
28 minutes
6:50 PM
28 minutes
6:55 PM
28 minutes
7:00 PM
28 minutes
7:05 PM
29 minutes
7:10 PM
30 minutes
7:15 PM
29 minutes
7:20 PM
29 minutes
7:25 PM
29 minutes
7:30 PM
28 minutes
7:35 PM
28 minutes
7:40 PM
28 minutes
7:45 PM
27 minutes
7:50 PM
27 minutes
7:55 PM
27 minutes
8:00 PM
27 minutes

Universal Studios Trends

Universal Studios Average Wait Profile

Data For 12/28/2022
How busy is Universal Studios? Typically, a higher park average wait time indicates higher crowds and a busier theme park. This graph shows the average wait time across Universal Studios as compared to the historical wait profile for the day of the week.
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Universal Studios Summary Statistics

STATISTIC VALUE
12/28/2022's Rank
#435 out of 815 days
12/28/2022's Wait Factor
5/10
12/28/2022's Average Wait
63 minutes
12/28/2022's Median Wait
74.0 minutes
12/28/2022's Minimum Wait
5 minutes at 7:00 AM
12/28/2022's Maximum Wait
95 minutes at 12:05 PM
Best Hours to Visit
Morning: 9:00 AM, Early Afternoon: 12:05 PM, Late Afternoon: 6:40 PM

Wait Time Data

All Universal Studios Wait Times

Weekly Wait Times

Data For
This graph shows the current wait times at Universal Studios, the average wait times for the selected day, the average wait times for the selected week, or the average wait times for the selected month. Click the buttons to change the graph instantly.
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Park Attractions List

Attractions with Wait Times

ATTRACTION REQ TYPE WAIT

Attractions Not Reporting

ATTRACTION NAME REQ TYPE
None
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34"
40"
42"
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51"
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None
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42"
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40"
48"
40"
40"

Shows and Entertainment

ATTRACTION NAME

Halloween Horror Nights

ATTRACTION TYPE WAIT

Halloween Horror Nights Past

ATTRACTION TYPE

Dining Options

Name Location
Bumblebee Man's Taco Truck Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Cafe La Bamba Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Chez Alcatraz Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Cletus' Chicken Shack Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Duff Brewery Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Eternelle's Elixir of Refreshment Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Finnegan's Bar & Grill Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Flaming Moe's Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Florean Fortescue's Ice-Cream Parlour Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Freeze Ray Pops Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Häagen-Dazs Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Illumination’s Minion Cafe Universal Orlando Universal Studios
KidZone Pizza Company Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Krusty Burger Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Lard Lad Donuts Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Leaky Cauldron Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Lisa's Teahouse of Horror Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Lombard’s Seafood Grille Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Louie's Italian Restaurant Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Luigi's Pizza Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Mel's Drive-In Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Moe's Tavern Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Pop-A-Nana Popcorn and Drink Cart Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Richter's Burger Co. Universal Orlando Universal Studios
San Francisco Pastry Company Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Schwab's Pharmacy Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Starbucks Universal Orlando Universal Studios
TODAY Cafe Universal Orlando Universal Studios
The Fountain of Fair Fortune Universal Orlando Universal Studios
The Frying Dutchman Universal Orlando Universal Studios
The Hopping Pot Universal Orlando Universal Studios

Defunct Attractions

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More Universal Studios Graphs

Universal Studios Wait Time Heat Map

Data Ending on 12/28/2022
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This graph shows the wait time heat map for Universal Studios. This graph shows the posted wait times for each attraction at the park at different time intervals. Greener colors indicate shorter wait times; redder colors indicate longer wait times. Click the buttons to change the graph instantly to a different time interval.
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Universal Studios Wait Time Calendar

Data Ending 12/28/2022
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This graph shows the daily average wait time at Universal Studios by calendar day for 12/28/2022. Greener colors indicate lower wait times (i.e. less busy days); redder colors indicate longer wait times (i.e. busier days).

Note that is not a crowd calendar. Click here for the Universal Studios Crowd Calendar

Universal Studios Frequently Asked Questions

  • When is Universal Studios Florida open?

    • The park is open 365 days a year and is typically fully open by 9:00 AM. Closing hours vary. On days with a Halloween Horror Nights event, the park closes at 5:00 PM.

  • How much are tickets to Universal Studios Florida?

    • A single day, one park ticket costs between $119 to $179 per person with date specific pricing. A 1-day, 2-park ticket begins at $174 and goes up to $234 per person.

  • What is the busiest day to visit Universal Studios Florida?

    • Saturday is the busiest day of the week to visit the park with an average wait time of 39 minutes. The least busy day to very is Wednesday and Thursday with a 32 minute average wait time.

  • How do you enter Universal Studios?

    • Most guests will access the park by walking through Universal CityWalk. It can also be accessed from a pathway from the Hard Rock Hotel.

  • What special events take place at Universal Studios?

    • Halloween Horror Nights is the premier event. The park also has the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, Christmas in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Mardi Gras, concerts, graduation events, and more.

  • What is the best month to visit Universal Studios Florida?

    • September is the best/least busy month to visit USF with an average wait time of 26 minutes. July is the worst/busiest month to visit the park with an average wait time of 41 minutes.

  • Is Universal Studios Orlando the same as Universal Studios Florida?

    • Yes, the name Universal Studios Orlando refers to Universal Studios Florida.

  • What time is Universal's Holiday Parade presented by Macy's?

    • The Holiday Parade begins at 5:30 PM.

  • How long are wait times at Universal Studios Florida?

    • The average wait time at Universal Studios is 34 minutes.

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Park Attractions List

Attractions with Wait Times

ATTRACTION REQ TYPE WAIT

Attractions Not Reporting

ATTRACTION NAME REQ TYPE
None
40"
34"
40"
42"
None
None
51"
None
None
None
None
None
42"
None
40"
48"
40"
40"

Shows and Entertainment

ATTRACTION NAME

Halloween Horror Nights

ATTRACTION TYPE WAIT

Halloween Horror Nights Past

ATTRACTION TYPE

Dining Options

Name Location
Bumblebee Man's Taco Truck Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Cafe La Bamba Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Chez Alcatraz Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Cletus' Chicken Shack Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Duff Brewery Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Eternelle's Elixir of Refreshment Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Finnegan's Bar & Grill Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Flaming Moe's Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Florean Fortescue's Ice-Cream Parlour Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Freeze Ray Pops Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Häagen-Dazs Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Illumination’s Minion Cafe Universal Orlando Universal Studios
KidZone Pizza Company Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Krusty Burger Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Lard Lad Donuts Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Leaky Cauldron Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Lisa's Teahouse of Horror Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Lombard’s Seafood Grille Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Louie's Italian Restaurant Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Luigi's Pizza Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Mel's Drive-In Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Moe's Tavern Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Pop-A-Nana Popcorn and Drink Cart Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Richter's Burger Co. Universal Orlando Universal Studios
San Francisco Pastry Company Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Schwab's Pharmacy Universal Orlando Universal Studios
Starbucks Universal Orlando Universal Studios
TODAY Cafe Universal Orlando Universal Studios
The Fountain of Fair Fortune Universal Orlando Universal Studios
The Frying Dutchman Universal Orlando Universal Studios
The Hopping Pot Universal Orlando Universal Studios

Defunct Attractions

ATTRACTION TYPE
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