I'm staying at the Jolly Roger hotel in Anaheim at the end of April and would prefer not to take the usual bus service to get to Universal. What are the other options? I wouldn't mind taking a car service if anyone has any recommandations. A cab is always an option but I don't know if I trust them to come back later in the evening. Thanks.

if u take a cab...
going back is simple..

there is a taxi both on citywalk, just next to the globe. they call u a taxi

I am planning a trip in June - please tell me, what is the 'usual bus trip'? I'm not sure I could afford a cab trip both ways as I'm travelling alone.

well there is bus service to USH
the MTA serves a bunch of bus routs and one subway route to the unviersal city station.

fare is
1.25 one way trip
3.00 all day pass
no transfers

www.mta.net is the website

www.universalstudioshollywood.com also gives you hints on how to get there by bus/train

http://themeparks.universalstudios.com/hollywood/website/images/park_hours/vg_map_big.jpg

Directions
From Disneyland:
Take the 5 Golden State Freeway North. Exit to the 101 Hollywood Freeway North. Continue on the 101 Freeway and exit at Universal Studios Blvd.. Turn right on to Universal Studios Blvd. and follow the signs to Universal Studios and our parking areas.

From The Los Angeles International Airport:
Follow signs from the terminal to the 105 Freeway. Take the 105 Freeway East to the 110 Harbor Freeway North. After passing through the downtown area, get on the 101 Hollywood Freeway North. Follow the 101 Freeway to the Universal Studios Blvd. exit. Turn right on to Universal Studios Blvd. and follow the signs to Universal Studios and our parking areas.

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Metro Rail Map
For rail and bus schedules and more information, call MTA at (800) COMMUTE, or (213) 626-4455. Or visit www.mta.net

SuperShuttle
Prompt, reliable and safe.
Economic shuttles, airport and charter service to and from Universal Studios Hollywood.
(800) BLUE VAN or (800) 224-7767.
Or visit www.supershuttle.com

City Cab
Convenient taxi service to and from Universal Studios Hollywood. (888) CITY CAB or (888) 248-9222 Visit our taxi stand at Universal CityWalk.

Sightseeing Companies
List of Sightseeing Companies that offer tours including visits to Universal Studios Hollywood.