Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Disneyland Park Attraction 4 min 40" min height Transport

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at a glance

Ride length: About 4 minutes, not counting the wait
Height requirement: 40" (102 cm) or taller
Average standby wait: 28 minutes (last 30 days)
Shortest waits: Around 8AM (avg 11 min, hourly average, last 90 days) · Best time to ride
Latest status: Operating · 20 min posted wait (latest check 10:32 AM park time, Oct 17) · Downtime history
Breakdowns (90 days): 99 unplanned breakdowns, median 61 min · down on 60 of 90 tracked days (~67%)
Forecast accuracy: Our day-ahead wait forecast landed within 10 minutes of the day's actual average on 16 of 22 scored days (73%), average miss 7 min (last 30 days) · How we score it

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is a transport ride located at Disneyland Park. This attraction offers guests a journey through a specially designed, themed environment, providing an immersive experience for all passengers. As a transport ride, it systematically moves individuals along a predetermined path, allowing them to observe and engage with the intricate details of its unique setting. The ride is accessible to guests who meet the minimum height requirement of 40 inches, a standard set to ensure safety during the experience. Each complete journey on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has a consistent duration of 4 minutes, from the moment of departure to arrival. This attraction stands as a significant offering within Disneyland Park, contributing to the diverse range of experiences available to visitors seeking themed adventures and engaging journeys. It consistently delivers a memorable ride for those who meet the specified height criteria.

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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is an attraction at Disneyland Park. It lasts about 4 minutes. Minimum height: 40 inches.

Details

Ride length

4 minutes

Height Requirement

40" (102cm) or taller

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Big Thunder Mountain Railroad?

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad lasts roughly 4 minutes, not counting the wait in line.

What is the height requirement for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad?

Guests must be at least 40 inches (102 cm) tall to ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disneyland Park.

How long is the wait for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad?

Over the last 30 days, the posted standby wait for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disneyland Park averaged 28 minutes and peaked at 85 minutes, based on 4,102 live wait readings.

What is the best time to ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad?

Averaged by hour over the last 90 days, posted standby waits for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad were lowest around 8AM, at about 11 minutes.

How often does Big Thunder Mountain Railroad break down?

Over the last 90 days we recorded 99 unplanned breakdowns of 5 minutes or more for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad; the median one lasted 61 minutes. It went down on 60 of the 90 days we tracked it (about 67%).

How accurate are the wait time forecasts for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad?

Over the last 30 days our day-ahead forecast of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad's daily average standby wait was within 10 minutes of the actual on 16 of 22 scored days (73%), with an average miss of 7 minutes. Every park's scorecard is published on the prediction accuracy page.