Today
Best time to ride| 12a | 29 min |
|---|---|
| 1a | 25 min |
| 11a | 6 min |
| 12p | 15 min |
| 1p | 19 min |
| 2p | 23 min |
| 3p | 25 min |
| 4p | 24 min |
| 5p | 21 min |
| 6p | 22 min |
| 7p | 25 min |
| 8p | 29 min |
| 9p | 27 min |
| 10p | 34 min |
| 11p | 32 min |
Field notes
- Height
- 40 in (102 cm) or taller
- Lightning Lane
- Yes
- Rider Switch
- Available
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What is the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad wait time right now?
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is posting 30 minutes as of Sep 28, 1:22 PM PDT. That compares with a typical 24 minutes across the day.
What is the best time to ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad?
Over the last four weeks, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has posted its shortest waits around 11a (about 6 minutes) and its longest around 10p (about 34 minutes). Posted waits are often a little longer than the real wait.
Can I get an alert when the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad wait drops?
Yes. In Parky you can set a wait-drop alert for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and get a notification when it falls to your number, or when it reopens after going down. One ride alert is free; Parky Gold makes them unlimited.
What is the height requirement for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad?
Riders must be at least 40 inches (102 cm) tall. Rider Switch is available, so a group can take turns without waiting twice.