ONT Airport Transportation to Anaheim: Options and Route Checks

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The drive time gives you a useful starting point, but it does not account for your specific pickup arrangements or conditions on the day.

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For a shuttle or private ride from ONT, confirm the pickup location, fare, and journey time directly with the service provider before booking.

When you check a transfer, confirm where the driver will meet you, whether the fare is per person or per vehicle, and what happens if your arrival is delayed. Those details can affect which ride works for your itinerary.

ARTIC is Anaheim’s multimodal hub for local buses and regional connections, but it is a transit connection point rather than an airport transfer service.

OCTA identifies ARTIC as a stop for local bus routes 50, 53, and 553. Route 553 serves Anaheim and Costa Mesa, connecting at ARTIC with Metrolink, Amtrak, Greyhound, and Megabus. It runs from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with buses every 22 minutes throughout the day.

The regular OC Bus fare is $2 per trip, with a $5 daily fare cap. You can pay with a Wave card, the mobile app, or contactless payment. At ARTIC, Metrolink connects with its Orange County Line; Amtrak Pacific Surfliner also connects at the station.

ARTIC opened in 2014. Its address is 2626 E. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92806. If you use Metrolink, you need a valid ticket on its platforms and trains. Separate fares are required for Megabus, Greyhound, and Tres Estrellas de Oro.

To decide whether a transit itinerary fits, check each leg from the airport onward, including the connection between your airport arrival and the first service you plan to use. For a visit to the parks, planning a day at Disney California Adventure Park can help you think through the rest of your Anaheim itinerary.

If you rent a car at ONT, confirm the pickup arrangements and rates with the rental provider before choosing a vehicle.

For any airport pickup, confirm the designated meeting point and how the provider handles delays. If you plan to drive beyond Anaheim, check the route and parking arrangements for each destination as well.

Confirm current schedules, fares, pickup instructions, and transfer details with the operator you plan to use. Transit services and payment rules can change, so check the official site before you go: consult OCTA for OC Bus information and the relevant rail or ride provider for its service details.

The ARTIC station building is open from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. on weekdays, weekends, and holidays; platforms are open for all train arrivals and departures.

Metrolink says complimentary parking is available and overnight parking is allowed, with further details on the ARTIC website. If you are combining services, confirm that each part of the itinerary lines up with your arrival and onward plans.

Can you take public transit from ONT to Anaheim?

ARTIC provides local bus and regional connections in Anaheim. Check the full airport-to-station route and schedules with the operators before traveling.

How much does OC Bus cost?

The regular fare is $2 per trip, with a $5 daily fare cap. Payment options include a Wave card, mobile app, or contactless payment.

Does ARTIC connect with Metrolink?

Yes. ARTIC is served by Metrolink’s Orange County Line. Metrolink requires valid tickets on its platforms and trains.