Shuttle Recommendations for LAX

[Natazuu]

We are finalizing our first trip to Disneyland for January 2nd. Our flight arrives at 11:30AM at LAX. Once we get off the plane and get our luggage it will be close to noon.

Another consideration is our return flight leaves LAX at 8:30AM I think it's too early for the Disney Express.

What companies are the most cost effective and reliable for four adults.

 

[cruise cruise cruise]

Based on many positive reviews we will be using Lansky for our upcoming trip
https://www.golansky.com/services.html

 

[bumbershoot]

I have personally enjoyed Karmel Shuttle over the other shuttle van or coach options out there.

We actually prefer to get a rental car, but sometimes we don't do that.

 

[thewelts]

We used Lansky yesterday. It was a flawless experience. I would highly recommend them. We landed at noon and we at out hotel by 1:15.

 

[TheDoleWhipper]

I have not heard good things about the disneyland resort express. Apparently the drivers are rude, the shuttle is frequently late, and they only operate hourly, AND they could make several stops before they reach your hotel. They are not the cheapest either, as from lax, they cost 35$ per adult for roundtrip, and 20$ for one-way (kids 11 and under fly free). But I do know that some people have had good experiences with them.

There is also supershuttle. Basically, you can choose between a shared van and a private van. Shared vans pick you up at your terminal, then, if their 9 seats still are not filled, they circulate the airport several times before departing to Anaheim. Then they drop off the passengers wherever they neex to go. This option costs 17$ one-way. If you do not want to deal with the hastle of sharing vans and multiple stops, then you can reserve a private shuttle for 107 dollars one-way, flat fee. The vans will pick you up at the airport and simply take you to your destination without any stops.

Another option, not unlike private shuttles, are taxis. They cost about 90$ from lax to disneyland, but it could be more depending on traffic. Also, there are quite a few other privately owned shuttles that go the same route. Lots of people on the disboards seem to like zippy shuttle, which costs 80$ for 3 people, plus 5 $ for each extra person. The drivers are polite, they are quick and on-time, and really reliable. There are also Karmel and Lansky, as the PPs mentioned. For the private shuttles, you have to make a reservation, but for the public ones, you don't have to, but sometimes the driver of the public shuttle waits for you! Still, it might turn out to be a problem if your flight is delayed.

As for me, I prefer private shuttles, as getting to the resort as quick as possible-even if it means paying a bit more- is my top priority. But to save money, pick a public van!

Good luck deciding!

 

[TheDoleWhipper]

I have not heard good things about the disneyland resort express. Apparently the drivers are rude, the shuttle is frequently late, and they only operate hourly, AND they could make several stops before they reach your hotel. They are not the cheapest either, as from lax, they cost 35$ per adult for roundtrip, and 20$ for one-way (kids 11 and under fly free). But I do know that some people have had good experiences with them.

There is also supershuttle. Basically, you can choose between a shared van and a private van. Shared vans pick you up at your terminal, then, if their 9 seats still are not filled, they circulate the airport several times before departing to Anaheim. Then they drop off the passengers wherever they neex to go. This option costs 17$ one-way. If you do not want to deal with the hastle of sharing vans and multiple stops, then you can reserve a private shuttle for 107 dollars one-way, flat fee. The vans will pick you up at the airport and simply take you to your destination without any stops.

Another option, not unlike private shuttles, are taxis. They cost about 90$ from lax to disneyland, but it could be more depending on traffic. Also, there are quite a few other privately owned shuttles that go the same route. Lots of people on the disboards seem to like zippy shuttle, which costs 80$ for 3 people, plus 5 $ for each extra person. The drivers are polite, they are quick and on-time, and really reliable. There are also Karmel and Lansky, as the PPs mentioned. For the private shuttles, you have to make a reservation, but for the public ones, you don't have to, but sometimes the driver of the public shuttle waits for you! Still, it might turn out to be a problem if your flight is delayed.

As for me, I prefer private shuttles, as getting to the resort as quick as possible-even if it means paying a bit more- is my top priority. But to save money, pick a public van!

Good luck deciding!

 

[RyAndBraysMom]

I just used Karmel Shuttle on 12/3 from LAX to DL Hotel and on the return from DL Hotel to LAX on 12/6. I had a wonderful experience both ways. With a promo code I paid $22 each way with a confirmed reservation. They only deal with reservations so there are no quotas to fill. Once I was picked up, I was on my way. There were 2 other parties on the shuttle from the airport and we made one stop at another hotel before mine. On the way back, I was the only scheduled passenger heading back to LAX. My cousin, however, was waiting with me at the hotel til I boarded the shuttle. She was going to hail a cab as she was going to Long Beach Airport. The awesome driver offered to take my cousin to Long Beach airport since it was "on the way". She was thrilled as it saved her a ton of $. He was super!! Great experience!!