If you're enjoying an action-packed trip to Disneyland, you no doubt need to move from area to area to see it all. Walking isn't the only way to move around! Taking a train from land to land in the park can be a great option, especially in bad weather or when it's hot out.
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Part 1
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Preparing to Board
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1Know where you can board the train. At Disneyland, you can board from Main Street USA, New Orleans Square, Mickey's Toontown, and Tomorrowland. [1] X Research source
- Keep in mind that this rail system is different from the monorail system. The train makes a loop as it goes around Disneyland, unlike the Monorail which heads to a location outside the park.
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2Make sure the train is running. The train doesn't run during or shortly after the nighttime fireworks or during high wind storms. [2] X Research sourceAdvertisement
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3Head towards your closest train station. You can hop on the train near you whenever you want to go to a new area served by train, or you can enjoy the full loop "Grand Circle Tour" and sit through at least one round of the park, just for fun.
- Main Street USA's stop is above the railroad bridge. To board here, you must be able to climb the stairs just after passing under the bridge on either side. [3] X Research source
- New Orleans Square's stop is wedged in between (and out of the way) of the Haunted Mansion and the French Market Restaurant. [4] X Research source
- Mickey's Toontown station isn't really in Mickey's Toontown at all. Instead, it's to the east of the Fantasyland Theater. [5] X Research source
- Tomorrowland's station can be found at the very back of Tomorrowland's plaza, near Autopia and Space Mountain. [6] X Research source
- If you need disability access to the train, ask a Cast Member for help after you pass through the main metal entrance gate and are ready to board. Wheelchair users may need to get out from their wheelchairs, or they may be asked to go up into the coach car at the front of the train.
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Part 2
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Boarding the Train
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1Look out for the train names. Walt Disney was a fan of trains and wanted to give his guests a realistic experience. These trains came with names inspired by many locomotive legends, such as C.K. Holiday, E.P. Ripley, Ernest Marsh, Fred Gurley, and Ward Kimball. [7] X Research source
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2Gather at the platform. Some stations offer seating (Main Street USA and New Orleans Square), while others have a large waiting area but no seating and only a railing separating the train from the station (Mickey's Toontown Station, Tomorrowland). You might have to stand at the railing for several minutes while the next train comes.
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3Prepare to board when the train comes in. Wait for the gate(s) to open to allow you to enter.
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4Board the train. Head up a couple of stairs (the first step is a bit high) and move all the way down the car/row to fill in the last available seat.Advertisement
Part 3
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1Remain seated during the trip. It may be hard to keep any children with you seated - especially as the train goes between the New Orleans Square and Mickey's Toontown station - but it's important for safety while the train is in motion.
- "Keep your arms, hands, and legs inside the vehicle at all times, and watch your children throughout the journey."
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2Listen to the narration of your journey. It'll describe what you see as you pass along the route. Depending on where you're heading, the train narration may announce the start times of upcoming shows, such as the show at Fantasyland Theater.
- Coming out from Main Street, prepare to see the forested areas of the Jungle Cruise.
- Catch a quick glimpse of the back of the Blue Bayou Restaurant in New Orleans Square.
- Shortly after leaving New Orleans Square, you'll be shown a quick glimpse of the inside of Splash Mountain, just before the ride takes the famous plunge.
- Take a long look at the Rivers of America area as the train circles it; you might even spot the Mark Twain or Sailing Ship Columbia boats on the river.
- View a quick glimpse of the inside of "It's a Small World" after departing the station Mickey's Toontown Station.
- Spot the Grand Canyon and Primeval World- Land the Dinosaurs exhibits just after your train exits the station.
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3Wait for the train to come to a halt.
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4Allow for the transition to happen. If you are disembarking at this next station, great. If you aren't, make way for everyone who is! These train aisles can be a bit narrow but are easy to move through if you go sideways.
- Although the time may differ from ride to ride, a full circle of the train route can last 30-40 minutes.
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5Disembark at the station. Remember the higher step, taking small children by the hand as you exit.
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6Exit out the gate at the station. Follow the line of people to the exit gate. Head down the ramp (or steps at Main Street USA station), and snap a photograph on the way out if you'd like.Advertisement
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