Sensory Accessible Transportation to Disneyland Anaheim
There are many ways to get to Disneyland, and your goal will be to get to close as Anaheim, California as possible. There are two airports you can fly into, LAX and John Wayne. Although John Wayne is a bit closer, I find that from where we are traveling (Seattle), it is usually less expensive to fly into LAX, even considering the ground transportation cost once we arrive. When choosing airfare, see which one makes the most sense for your family. Rideshares tend to be the most economical, and private, way to get to Disney from the Airport. If you have or are traveling with someone with Sensory Difficulties, an Uber or Lyft is likely a better choice than the Shuttle. Smaller kids who need car seats will do better in the Disney Express. If you have additional accessibility needs, please visit each transportation site directly (links below).
Los Angeles International Airport (45 minutes from Disney)
The following includes information from the Disneyland website:
Disneyland Resort Express
The Disneyland Resort Express provides the most convenient mode of transportation between LAX and the Disneyland Resort area—including both Disneyland Resort and Anaheim Resort hotels. Upon exiting the baggage claim area at LAX, proceed to the center island. You may board the Disneyland Resort Express underneath the green sign in front of each terminal. Buses depart frequently, beginning at Terminal #1. Reservations are not required, but there is a fee to ride. RT $48 for adult, $14 per child under 11, kids under 2 on lap are free.
Metro (Bus and Rail)
The Los Angeles Metro consists of a network of interlinked bus routes and rail lines. After exiting the baggage claim area, wait under the LAX Shuttle & Airline Connections sign on the Lower/Arrival Level islands in front of each terminal.
-Ride the bus/shuttle marked “G” to the Aviation Station and proceed to the west end of the platform.
-Board the Metro Rail Green Line headed east toward Norwalk.
-Once you arrive at the Norwalk Station, board the Metro Express Line 460 bus headed to the Disneyland Resort.
Shuttles
There are a number of shared-ride shuttles and limousines available to take you directly to the Disneyland Resort. Shared Ride vans like Supershuttle.com, Primetimeshuttle.com or Shuttle2LAX.com
These can be anywhere form $25 from shared vans to $100 for private SUV’s
It’s best to arrange your transportation prior to arriving at the airport.
- Limousines may charge a flat rate that is sometimes close to the rate charged by a taxi service $100 approximately
- Vans pick up passengers on the Lower/Arrival Level islands in front of each terminal under the orange sign marked “Shared Ride Vans.”
Rideshares
After getting off the flight, follow signs that read, “TNC / Rideshares” or “Ride Service Pickup”. There are different pick-up stations for each terminal in the airport. Make sure you indicate in your app which pickup station you are located at, so your driver can find you. $40-$60 to Disney
John Wayne (20 Minutes from Disney)
All ground transportation pick-up locations are situated in the Ground Transportation Center (GTC) within easy walking distance from the baggage claim area. The GTC is located on the Arrival (Lower) Level in the center of the East Parking Structure and can be reached via the Thomas F. Riley Terminal by crossing the airport roadway at the traffic light near the John Wayne Statue.
Disneyland Resort Express
The Disneyland Resort Express provides the most convenient mode of transportation between John Wayne Airport and the Disneyland Resort area, including Disneyland Resort and Anaheim Resort hotels. Upon exiting baggage claim, proceed to the GTC. The Disneyland Resort Express picks up Guests in front of the ticket booth located to the left on a regular basis. Reservations are not required, but there is a fee to ride. RT $35 for adults, $11 for children 11 and under, children 2 on lap are free.
Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA)
The OCTA operates a network of interlinked bus routes that service Orange County and connect to other public transportation options.
- Upon exiting baggage claim, take Airport Way to the Airport-Arrival Terminal in Santa Ana.
- Take Bus Route 76 West to the MacArthur-Harbor Blvd. stop.
- Walk to Harbor Blvd. and turn left. Continue until you reach the Harbor-MacArthur Blvd. stop.
- Board Bus Route 43 North and exit at Harbor-East Shuttle Area in Anaheim. The Disneyland Resort is approximately a 2-minute walk from this stop.
Rideshares
After getting off a flight, follow the signs to “Ground Transportation” and “Baggage Claim.” When ready, walk outside and look for “Passenger Pickups” or the designated area labeled, “TNC/Rideshares.” $15-$25 to Disney