This $1.75 Travel Hack Makes Visiting Disneyland More Affordable-but There's a Catch

"There's an easy and economical way to visit the happiest place on Earth. That's thanks to little-known buses in the Los Angeles area that bring theme park lovers right to the home of the Magic Kingdom, reports SFGate. Both the Los Angeles Metro and the Orange County Transit Authority run a network of linked buses between both downtown Los Angeles and Disneyland Resort as well as within Orange County and the house of mouse, according to Disney."

"With daily parking rates coming in at as much as $60, the bus can offer a welcome reprieve. The Metro Express Line 460, which runs between the heart of Downtown Los Angeles and the park, costs just $1.75 to ride, according to the Los Angeles Metro. Best of all, riders receive two hours of free transfers when they pay using a TAP card."

"The value is no doubt enticing, but it can take a long time. The ride can take two hours or longer, according to the bus schedule. 'If you have a lot of time you don't mind wasting, it's cheap, but takes forever,' one rider shared on Reddit about their experience. Travelers already in Orange County can opt for several buses to the park via the Orange County Transit Authority system. For these, one-way fares cost $2."

Los Angeles Metro and the Orange County Transit Authority operate linked bus routes to Disneyland Resort that offer a low-cost alternative to expensive daily parking. Metro Express Line 460 connects Downtown Los Angeles to the park with a $1.75 fare and two hours of free transfers when paying with a TAP card. The 460 stops in Norwalk and at Knott's Berry Farm before arriving at Disneyland. Ride times can reach two hours or longer. Orange County Transit Authority buses offer one-way fares of $2 and access to Downtown Disney. Nearby hotels provide shuttle services and paid parking options starting around $32 per day.

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