Dear Shannon,
I cannot wait for you to spend some time at the 'Land!
I enjoy Walt Disney World tremendously but personally, there is something so quaint and charming about
Disneyland that I can't help but feel excited when guests share their plans to visit the Happiest Place on Earth!
I'm happy to share that with the Disneyland Resort Express, reservations are not required.
It's one of the most convenient modes of transportation between the airport and the Disneyland Resort area and vice versa.
The Disneyland Resort Express is a bus service operated by Southern California Gray Line and it offers larger, comfortable buses, where kids under 11 get to ride free with each paid adult.
Once you arrive at the airport, you'll simply need to head toward the bus pick-up area outside of the terminal. At LAX, there will be a center island with a green and white sign above it.
At Orange County's John Wayne Airport, you'll have to wait near the Ground Transportation Center, in front of the ticket booth.
What I would recommend is that you get a hold of the bus schedule, either by calling the Disneyland Resort Express directly at 1
(800) 828-6699 or checking on their website. This way, you'll at least have an idea as to how long you should expect to wait.
I hope I've answered your question. Enjoy your trip and thanks for stopping by the Disney Parks Moms Panel!
-Anabel M.