Disneyland Planning – Transportation Tips and Recommendations

Transportation to and from the Disneyland Resort and nearby airports can be a bit of a challenge in Southern California.  Unlike the WDW complimentary Magical Express Bus, Disneyland Resort visitors will  need to pay for transportation to and from the Resort.   There are several options to chose from when arriving at one of our local airports..    Car rentals, Disneyland Resort Express, limos, taxis and shuttles are all available for a fee.    Deciding on your transportation choices will depend on your family needs and preferences as well as your vacation budget. The following is a list of the current transportation methods available to our Disneyland Resort visitors.

• Car rentals – many popular companies offer great deals.  There are pros and cons to renting a car and driving in So. Cal.  If you are planning to visit other So. California tourist spots, this is the best choice, however if you are planning your trip exclusively to the Disneyland Resorts, you may want to research the other choices due to  parking fees and rush hour traffic (at all hours of the day sometimes).
• The Disneyland Resort Express – is a Gray Line bus service offered to and from the Disneyland Resort and good neighbor hotels and the Los Angeles International (LAX) or John Wayne Airport (SNA)   Buses run every day and is a privately owned transportation company.
• Super Shuttle and Prime Time Shuttle Services are both excellent choices to get to the Disneyland Resort and over 40 of the good neighbor hotels.
• Metrolink, Amtrak and local bus services are also available.  These services require a bit more planning and time as you will need to transfer to various stations depending on your airport and hotel location.

A few things to consider when making your decision on which transportation company to chose, will be cost, arrival and departure flight times and amount of time to get to the parks and the airports.   With a car rental you have the flexibility to come and go as you please, however, you need to plan for traffic, parking fees, gas and pick up and return of your rental at the airport.   The Disneyland Resort Express and the Shuttle services are excellent choices as you can sit back and enjoy the scenery while making your way to your Amazing Magical Adventures to the Resort without the worry of navigating our freeways and parking fees.  However, you will have to be patient as there are several stops at various Disneyland and good neighbor hotels along the way which may make your trip a big longer than anticipated.

Next Disney Planning article – Where to stay during your visit to the Disneyland Resorts.

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