Hello Ryan!
Thanks so much for stopping by the Disney Parks Moms Panel! I hope you are having a magical week!
Disneyland Resort has many trusted partners for
buses and town cars, as well as has various public
transportation information available on the website. There are a many different ways to get from the John Wayne Airport in Orange County to the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa in Anaheim. In my family of 5, we most often just grab a cab when we arrive at the airport. The cost may vary but I’ve found with that many people it sometimes works out to be cheaper for a van with a taxi service than to pay for 5 individuals on a shuttle.
For two people a shuttle might be more cost effective, but the waits might be a bit longer. It might be a nice treat to have a reserved town car for your birthday as well. That way you know what to expect and you don’t have to wait in a taxi line or for a bus.
I hope this helps and let me know if you have any other questions as you plan your visit!
See you real soon!
-Emily