Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Magic Kingdom Attraction 4 min 40" min height Thrill

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: 29 minutes (last 30 days)
Shortest waits: Around 8AM (avg 11 min, hourly average, last 90 days) · Best time to ride
Latest status: Down (unplanned) since 1:21 PM (latest check 1:37 PM park time, Oct 17) · Downtime history
Breakdowns (90 days): 102 unplanned breakdowns, median 60 min · down on 68 of 90 tracked days (~76%)
Forecast accuracy: Our day-ahead wait forecast landed within 10 minutes of the day's actual average on 17 of 26 scored days (65%), average miss 8 min (last 30 days) · How we score it
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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is a thrill ride located in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom. This attraction provides an exciting experience for guests visiting the park. Situated within the distinct themed area of Frontierland, it contributes significantly to the overall atmosphere of that section of Magic Kingdom. Guests wishing to experience this particular attraction must meet a minimum height requirement of 40 inches to participate. The ride itself offers a duration of approximately 4 minutes from start to finish. As a designated thrill ride, it is designed to deliver an exhilarating adventure for those who are tall enough to ride. Its prominent presence in Frontierland makes it a key part of the offerings in that distinct area of Magic Kingdom, drawing guests seeking a dynamic and fast-paced experience within the park.

About

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is an attraction in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom. It lasts about 4 minutes. Minimum height: 40 inches. Listed for: Kids, Tweens, Teens and Adults.

Details

Ride length

4 minutes

Height Requirement

40" (102cm) or taller

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 Magic Kingdom.

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 Magic Kingdom averaged 29 minutes and peaked at 85 minutes, based on 3,893 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 102 unplanned breakdowns of 5 minutes or more for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad; the median one lasted 60 minutes. It went down on 68 of the 90 days we tracked it (about 76%).

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 17 of 26 scored days (65%), with an average miss of 8 minutes. Every park's scorecard is published on the prediction accuracy page.