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How to get fromOrlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) to downtown Orlando

Orlando Sanford (SFB) is about 30 miles north of Orlando with no direct public transit. A taxi costs roughly $70–90 to downtown Orlando ($110–140 to Disney), and Uber/Lyft $50–90.

Cheapest: Taxi + SunRail · from $25Fastest: Taxi · about 40 minChecked November 2026

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Typical cost and journey time from Orlando Sanford into downtown Orlando.

Taxi + SunRail

Cheapest
Cost
About $25–30taxi to the station + SunRail
Time
About 75–90 min
Hours
SunRail weekdays roughly 5:30am–11pm
Where to find it
Take a taxi from the terminal to SunRail's Sanford station (about 6 miles).
Good to know
Only worth it for downtown Orlando on weekdays.

Taxi

Fastest
Cost
About $70–90 to downtown
$110–140 to Disney
Time
40–60 min
Hours
24/7
Where to find it
Outside baggage claim, domestic terminal.

Uber / Lyft

Cost
About $50–90
Time
40–60 min
Hours
24/7
Where to find it
Rideshare pick-up area outside baggage claim.
Our pick

Sanford is mostly served by Allegiant and charter flights, often with late arrivals. Book a rideshare or shuttle — or rent a car if you're heading to the parks for several days.

Quick answers

The questions people ask most about Orlando Sanford.

What's the cheapest way from Orlando Sanford to downtown Orlando?

Taxi + SunRail: About $25–30 (taxi to the station + SunRail), taking about 75–90 min.

How much is a taxi from SFB to downtown Orlando?

About $70–90 to downtown · $110–140 to Disney. The ride takes 40–60 min.

What hours does the Taxi + SunRail run?

SunRail weekdays roughly 5:30am–11pm.

Where do Uber / Lyft pick up at Orlando Sanford?

Rideshare pick-up area outside baggage claim. Expect to pay about $50–90.

Where do I catch the Taxi + SunRail?

Take a taxi from the terminal to SunRail's Sanford station (about 6 miles).

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