Originally Posted By Moon Waffle Well we're going down to the DLR in 2 days and I hope you can help us. What is the best way to get from OC Airport to DLR if you're not renting a car? Taxi? Also, what about getting around Anaheim? We need to make our stop at In-n-Out burger and since we won't have a vehicle...taxi again??? Thanks so much for your help!
Originally Posted By SuzieQ You can catch a Super Shuttle for $15/person each way, or a taxi runs about $35. The taxi is way more convenient, IMO. To get to In N Out, you can either take a taxi or there is a bus that runs straight up Harbor. If the taxi drops you off at In N Out, I don't know how you'd find one to get back. <-- a Californian who lives by an In N Out and doesn't get the huge appeal. Of course, I don't like Krispy Kreme either, lol
Originally Posted By Darkbeer As for the Airport (John Wayne, aka Orange County or SNA) to the Disneyland Resort area, yes, a taxi is the best option, IMHO. About $40 plus tip one way. Quick, non-stop and easy. As for the In-n-Out (and other great places, like the Disney Outlet Store, a Target, Costco, a Henry's Grocery Store, etc.), the local public bus is a good option. OCTA Route 43 runs up and down Harbor Blvd about every 15 minutes most of the day. The trip is about 3 miles north of the DLR at the corner of Harbor and Orangethorpe. $1.25 one way. Just find a northbound bus stop on Harbor Blvd, about a 20 minute trip once you board. The bus has vocal announcements, and the Northbound stop is right in front of the In-n-Out. Your other option is a taxi, about $10 plus tip one way. If you buy a lot of stuff, maybe the bus going to the stores, and a taxi on the way back. There really aren't taxi stands in Orange County (other than airports and major hotels, and places like Disneyland) so make sure and get a phone number for the hotel front desk prior to leaving if you plan to get a cab back.
Originally Posted By Moon Waffle Thanks. Is the bus safe with a couple of little kids? I mean, I've been in some cities where taking the bus was pretty scary...
Originally Posted By Darkbeer I have used the OCTA many times, and it is very safe. OCTA has been named the bus system in the US a couple of years ago.
Originally Posted By pilgrimr If you were going from LAX, what is the best way to get there if you don't rent a car?
Originally Posted By Darkbeer From LAX, my first preference is the rental car, the next option is the Disneyland Express Airport Bus. <a href="http://graylineanaheim.com/airport_info.cfm" target="_blank">http://graylineanaheim.com/air port_info.cfm</a> It is fairly cheap (especially if you order in advance on the website for a discount), runs frequently, about every 30 minutes most of the day, is Non-Stop and direct from LAX to the Disneyland Hotel, and is fairly comfortable, airline style seats and a restroom in the back if needed. As for other options, a taxi is around $100 plus tip most of the day, it could be a bit less in light traffic, or more in rush hour traffic. Shuttle Vans are the other main choice, but they tend to drive around looking for fares until they can fill up the van, which means you are crammed into a bench seat. Also, there is a decent chance some of the riders live in the area and want to be dropped off at their homes, which will add to the time it takes to get to the Disneyland Resort area. And then there are the Private Cars and Limos, which are more expensive than the other choices (though some of the cars are close to the taxi fare, and the benefit is, it is a fixed cost, and not dependent on the meter, which adds "waiting time" in slow traffic. So take the Airport Bus, it is popular, and is a good option.
Originally Posted By disneymum Ok, stupid question. If I'm staying at the BWPPI which way is north? Do I catch the bus in front of the hotel or the stop across the street. Is In-and- Out near a Target? What other shopping is there? Also, what is the bus fare for kids?
Originally Posted By gottaluvdavillains If you take the ART - kids 9 and under are free. You can get an ART map at <a href="http://www.rideart.org/ART-Map.pdf" target="_blank">http://www.rideart.org/ART-Map .pdf</a> You can get more info at <a href="http://www.rideart.org/" target="_blank">http://www.rideart.org/</a>
Originally Posted By Darkbeer The Bus Stop right on front of the BWPPI is North bound, going UP Harbor. (no need to cross the street). The return trip (Southbound) bus stop is the one right in front of Disneyland, next to the Taxi Stand and Tram Loading Area. (You do need to cross the street at the Traffic Light Crosswalk). Children 6 and under are Free with an adult on OCTA. As for ART, starting in January 2008, they are planning to charge $1 a day for children.
Originally Posted By mareed Do we need exact change for the OCTA bus? I see it's $1.25. I assume that we do need exact change, but if there are 5 of us, can we just pay $5 with a $5 bill, or do we need to have $1.25 for each of us separately? Hope this makes sense! We're planning on taking the bus to the outlet shop and dinner based on recommendations of how easy the bus is from these boards! Thanks.
Originally Posted By Darkbeer Yes, you can pay for multiple fares. Just let the driver know that you are paying for 4 people ($1.25 each), and then insert the $5 into the fare box bill reader.
