Disneyland Monorail

by | Aug 6, 2024 | Disneyland, Disneyland Attractions, Disneyland Park, Tomorrowland

Since it first opened in 1959, the Disneyland Monorail has been an icon at the theme park. With two stations on property – one inside Disneyland and one at Downtown Disney – it’ll take you on a 2.5-mile trip over some of the park’s most iconic attractions, into California Adventure, and beyond.

Disneyland Monorail Fast Facts

  • Location: Tomorrowland and Downtown Disney
  • Height Requirement: None
  • Attraction Length: About 13 minutes
  • Lightning Lane Multi Pass: No
  • Ride Type: Monorail
  • Early Theme Park Entry Eligible: Yes
  • Extended Evening Hours Eligible: N/A
  • Ride Switch Available: No

Queue

The queue for the Disneyland Monorail begins underneath its track in Tomorrowland and slopes upwards to the station. No stairs are required.

The Downtown Disney station does feature a queue with stairs (an elevator is available), and you’ll find the station and its queue located next to the Star Wars and across from Din Tai Fung. 

Accessibility 

Guests may remain in wheelchairs and ECVs when riding. Assistive listening, handheld captioning, and audio description are also available to utilize.

On-Ride Photo

There is no on-ride photo for this attraction.

Is the Disneyland Monorail Kid-Friendly?

The Disneyland Monorail is definitely kid-friendly, and it makes for a great attraction for any kids who are into trains or vehicles. With its retro-futuristic appearance, its unique POV over both Disneyland and California Adventure, and its speedy movement, absolutely anyone will enjoy riding.

Best For: Anyone who’s looking for a relaxing ride or transportation from Disneyland into Downtown Disney.

Will the Disneyland Monorail Cause Motion Sickness?

The Disneyland Monorail is a smooth, relatively straight ride with only a few curves in its track, so it shouldn’t cause motion sickness for most guests.

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Authored by
Heather Adams

Heather Adams, Disneyland Expert and Mom | A lifelong Disneyland enthusiast who's familiar with every square inch of the Anaheim theme parks, Heather has spent over 30 years becoming an expert in all things Disney. A Disney Adult turned Disney Mom, she's now quickly becoming a pro at taking her little one to the theme parks and familiarizing herself with navigating crowds with diaper bags, strollers, and plenty of baby gear. If you're planning a Disney vacation with kids under age 3, she's got all of the advice you need.