Skip the Lines, On Your Terms
Universal Orlando Resort Launches New “Express Now” Option
If you’ve ever stood in a 90-minute line at a theme park thinking, “there has to be a better way…” – Universal just answered you.
Enter Express Now, a brand-new, app-based feature at Universal Orlando Resort that’s changing how – and when – you can skip the lines.
And for travelers who love flexibility as much as thrill rides? This might just be your new favorite theme park hack.
What Is Express Now?
Traditionally, visiting Universal meant deciding before your trip whether to splurge on an Express Pass – or upgrade your vacation to a resort that includes Express Pass with your stay. But Express Now flips that idea on its head.
This new option is:
Available only in the Universal Orlando Resort app
Purchased on the day of your visit and cannot be purchased unless you are in the parks
Designed for on-demand access to shorter lines
Available for select attractions and availability, capacity, and pricing varies
In other words, instead of committing ahead of time, you can make a game-time decision based on crowds, wait times, and your mood.
Rather than paying upfront for all-day Express access, you can:
Check wait times in real time
Decide if skipping a specific line is worth it
Purchase access right when you need it
It’s a more strategic, personalized approach to a system that’s traditionally been all-or-nothing.
Why This is a Big Deal
Universal’s Express Pass has always been one of the easiest skip-the-line systems in the theme park world – no return times, no complicated reservations, just walk up and ride.
But Express Now adds something new: control.
Instead of asking, “Is Express worth it today?” You’re now asking, “Is skipping this line worth it right now?”
That subtle shift makes a huge difference – especially for:
Short trips
Budget-conscious travelers
Repeat visitors who don’t need to ride everything
When to Use Express Now
Not every moment calls for an upgrade – but some definitely do.
Express Now is perfect for:
Midday peak crowds when wait times spike
Last-minute must-do rides before park closing
High-demand attractions you didn’t get to earlier
Considering that Express access can save hours of waiting on busy days, even a single well-timed use can transform your day.
Wishful Wanderings Tip
We love the Universal app and all it has to offer, and Express Now offers another great feature! Start your day without Express and feel things out. If lines build and energy dips, that’s your cue to open the app and go Express Now.
It’s the theme park equivalent of treating yourself – right when you need it most.
Final Thoughts
Express Now isn’t just a new feature – it’s a new mindset.
It gives you the freedom to:
Spend smarter
Ride more efficiently
Stay flexible throughout your day
And in a place as dynamic and exciting as Universal Orlando Resort, that kind of flexibility is pure magic.
Because the best travel experiences aren’t just well-planned – they’re well-timed.
Reach out to your favorite Wishful Wanderings Travel planner today to learn more about Express options at Universal Orlando Resort!
