Los Angeles & Orange County
LAX to Universal Studios Car Service
Artisan Limo's LAX to Universal Studios car service picks you up at the LAX terminal curb and drives you to Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal CityWalk or your Universal City hotel in a private sedan, SUV or Sprinter van. Your chauffeur tracks your flight, loads your bags and strollers, and takes the whole family straight there. You see the complete price before you book. Rides start from $135. Book online or call (888) 850-0420.
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Curbside pickup at LAX · Flight tracking · Child seats in SUVs · Price shown before you book
- LAX to Universal Studios
- Rides start from $135. You see the complete price before you book.LAX to Universal Studios rates
- Curbside pickup at LAX
- Your chauffeur tracks your flight, loads your bags and strollers, and takes the whole family straight there.How your LAX pickup works
- Burbank is closer
- Hollywood Burbank Airport is about 6 miles from Universal Studios Hollywood by Google Maps, compared with about 26.5 miles from LAX.Burbank is closer
National rate card
LAX to Universal Studios rates
Universal rides use Artisan's standard rate card. Your price depends on the exact address, time and vehicle. Sedans seat 2 passengers with 3 bags; SUVs seat 6 passengers with 6 bags.
| Vehicle | Starting from |
|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | $135 |
| Executive SUV — Suburban | $155 |
| Luxury SUV — Escalade | $185 |
| Luxury Sedan — S-Class/7 Series | $235 |
Optional meet-and-greet: $25 for eligible airport arrivals.
- Starting fares are the minimum for each vehicle class, not a fixed airport or destination fare. Your complete price depends on the exact addresses, time and options, and you see it before you book. Required trip costs are included. Gratuity is optional.
Groups of 7 or more can book a Sprinter by written quote.
Route
The route at a glance
Distance from Google Maps. Your chauffeur picks the best route for the traffic at the time.
| Detail | LAX to Universal Studios Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Destination | Universal Studios Hollywood, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City |
| Driving distance | About 26.5 miles |
| Main route | I-110 North and US-101 North |
| Drive time | Depends on traffic and time of day |
| LAX pickup | Outermost curb, arrivals level, outside baggage claim |
LAX pickup
How your LAX pickup works
More on LAX pickups: LAX car service.
Add your flight number
We track your flight in real time, so your pickup follows your actual landing.
Collect your bags
Domestic arrivals in a sedan or SUV include 60 minutes of waiting and international arrivals 90 minutes, counted from wheels-down. For Sprinters, vans and coaches, waiting is set in the written quote.
Meet your chauffeur at the curb
According to LAX, car services pick up at the outermost curb on the arrivals level outside baggage claim. Taxis and standard ride apps use the LAX-it lot instead. With the $25 meet-and-greet, your chauffeur waits inside the terminal.
Ride to Universal City
Your chauffeur drops you at your hotel or at the park's drop-off area, following Universal's signs and staff directions.
With kids
Traveling with kids
A Suburban or Escalade holds up to 6 passengers and 6 bags. Child seats are available in SUVs only, up to 2 per vehicle. Request them in advance with each child's age, weight and height, subject to availability. For bigger families or two families together, book a Sprinter by written quote.
Burbank
Burbank is closer
Hollywood Burbank Airport is about 6 miles from Universal Studios Hollywood by Google Maps, compared with about 26.5 miles from LAX. If you can fly into Burbank, see Burbank Airport car service.
Compare options
Car service, rideshare, shuttle or Metro?
| Option | Where it picks up at LAX | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Artisan car service | Terminal curb | Private, door to door, flight tracking, child seats in SUVs, price shown before you book |
| Taxi or standard Uber/Lyft | LAX-it lot (walk or free shuttle) | Rideshare prices change with demand. LAX-it shuttles have no seat belts for car seats |
| Shared shuttle | Arrivals level | Serves partner hotels and may stop for other passengers |
| Metro rail | LAX/Metro Transit Center (free airport shuttle) | Transfers to the B Line's Universal City/Studio City station, hard with luggage |
Return to LAX
Universal Studios to LAX
For your flight home, enter your Universal City hotel and flight time. Your chauffeur arrives at the time you choose, waits 15 minutes on a point-to-point booking, and drops you at your airline's departure level.
Hollywood
Staying in Hollywood?
Staying in Hollywood and visiting Universal for the day? See LAX to Hollywood car service. For a full day in the car with the chauffeur waiting, book hourly service from $120 an hour.
Vehicles
Choose your vehicle
Sprinters, Mini Coaches and Motorcoaches are priced by written quote for your date and group.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Bags | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | Up to 2 passengers | Up to 3 bags | Solo travelers and couples |
| Luxury Sedan (S-Class / 7 Series) | Up to 2 passengers | Up to 3 bags | Executives and VIP guests |
| Executive SUV (Suburban) | Up to 6 passengers | Up to 6 bags | Families, child seats, extra luggage |
| Luxury SUV (Escalade) | Up to 6 passengers | Up to 6 bags | Small groups traveling in style |
| Jet Sprinter | About 8–10 passengers | 4–6 bags | Executive groups and VIP guests |
| Executive Sprinter | About 13 passengers | By layout | Teams and airport groups |
| Limo Sprinter | About 8–17 passengers | 4–6 bags | Nights out, weddings and celebrations |
| Mini Coach | Up to 24 passengers | By coach | Events and guest groups |
| Motorcoach | Up to 56 passengers | By coach | Large events and conferences |
How to book
Book in three steps
Booking for someone else? Choose "Booking for someone else" and enter the passenger's name and phone number. The passenger doesn't get an automatic message. Confirmations go to you, and the concierge uses the passenger's details to coordinate the pickup.
Enter your trip
Pickup, destination, date, time, passengers and bags. For airports, add the flight number.
Review your price
Choose a vehicle, see the complete trip price and send your request. Your card is saved, not charged. Sprinters and coaches get a written quote.
Ride
Artisan confirms your ride and charges the price you accepted. Your chauffeur meets you at the address, or at the airport on your actual arrival time.
Book
Book your LAX to Universal Studios car service
Enter your flight and Universal City address in the booking form to see your price, or call the concierge at (888) 850-0420.
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Before you book
LAX to Universal Studios car service FAQ
For your exact route, vehicle and timing, review the trip details and terms before submitting.
Speak with the conciergeHow much is a car service from LAX to Universal Studios?
With Artisan Limo, rides start from $135 in an Executive Sedan, $155 in a Suburban, $185 in an Escalade and $235 in an S-Class or 7 Series. You see your exact price before you book.
How far is Universal Studios Hollywood from LAX?
About 26.5 miles by Google Maps, mostly on the I-110 and US-101. Drive time depends on traffic.
How much is an Uber from LAX to Universal Studios?
It changes with demand, and standard Uber rides pick up at the LAX-it lot. Rideshare prices change with demand. With Artisan you see the full price before you book and a professional chauffeur drives.
Is there a shuttle from LAX to Universal Studios?
Shared shuttles serve some Universal-area hotels and can stop for other passengers. A private car takes your group straight to your hotel or the park.
What airport should I fly into for Universal Studios Hollywood?
Hollywood Burbank Airport is the closest, about 6 miles away. LAX has more flights and is about 26.5 miles away. We pick up at both.
Can we get child seats?
Yes, in SUVs only, up to 2 per vehicle. Request them in advance with each child's age, weight and height. Child seats are subject to availability.
Can I cancel my ride?
Standard confirmed transfers get a full refund when you cancel at least 48 hours before pickup. Inside 48 hours, any refund is at Artisan's discretion. Group programs use 7 days.
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Policies and planning
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