3. Will there be dedicated bus lanes on all the new roads as well?
This dedicated bus lane that is pictured in the traffic circle concept art has been rumored for some time, and many are hoping that it will extend to other areas along the route from the current Universal Resort to Epic Universe, similar to the dedicated bus lanes at Walt Disney World around Disney Springs.
Though Universal hasn't exactly clarified if they will have their own lanes for transportation just yet on the Kirkman Road extension or on the other roads that are being built, it seems increasingly likely that Universal will go this route, especially because the resort has said they are committed to being a "good neighbor" to those around them.
Dedicated bus lanes could ensure that traffic doesn't pile up on these busy, local roads, and while there would need to be heavy cooperation from the local government, if Universal could make it happen, it would be a big win for locals.
4. Construction is well underway on all facets of the transportation plan
Those who drive down International Drive in Orlando right now can see that significant construction work for the project is already underway on all facets of this new transportation strategy, including the road extensions, new roads, and the traffic circle.
Construction crews are racing against the clock, as the transportation elements are due to be finished by late 2024, before the new park's grand opening in 2025. Of course, in Florida, construction delays can come from all directions, and if we see an active hurricane season again in 2023 or 2024 it could delay things. However, hopefully, there are contingencies built into the plans if something like that occurs.
Universal's third major theme park is racing along in development and construction, with new attractions, shops, dining establishments, and more all taking shape behind construction barriers on Universal Boulevard. And while guests are understandably excited to experience all that this brand-new extension of Universal Orlando Resort has to offer when it opens in 2025, it is important that guests are able to get to this new location easily without much hassle.
Fortunately, it looks like Universal's transportation plans are coming along quite nicely. With new roads, an elevated traffic circle, and dedicated bus lanes, guests will be able to move between Universal's three main theme parks as well as its dozen resorts with ease when it opens in just two years.
Comments
Will the new park be connected to the other parks via a system like Hogwarts Express? I can't see people spending hours at Islands of Adventure only to trek back to the parking garage to drive to Epuc Universal. Also, I can't see people loading up on busses either as the lines for the train ride can be quite lengthy.