What is the best time to ride Rise of the Resistance?

At Disneyland, Rise of the Resistance typically has its shortest waits around 11 PM and its longest around 10 AM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.

How long is the wait for Rise of the Resistance?

The standby wait for Rise of the Resistance runs about 42 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 120 minutes at its busiest.

Does Rise of the Resistance break down a lot?

Rise of the Resistance is currently graded Spotty for reliability. Running about 91 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 67 minutes.

Is there a height requirement for Rise of the Resistance?

Yes. Riders must be at least 40 in (102 cm) tall to ride Rise of the Resistance.

Does Rise of the Resistance have Lightning Lane?

Yes. Rise of the Resistance offers Lightning Lane, so you can pay to skip the standby line if you would rather not wait.

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Disneyland · Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Rise of the Resistance Big thrill · 40 in (102 cm)

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Rise of the Resistance Wait Time & Best Time to Ride

At Disneyland Resort's Disneyland, Rise of the Resistance is a ride worth planning around. This guide shows the current wait, typical wait, best time to ride, ride length, drop and intensity, Lightning Lane, and whether it is worth rope dropping.

Updated September 8, 2026. Live waits refresh throughout the day.

Right now Park closed

Typical wait 42 min

Peak seen 120 min

Quietest hour 11 PM

Quick facts

Land: Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge
Height: 40 in (102 cm)
Lightning Lane: Yes
Opened: 2019
Ride length: About 18 minutes
Thrill: Big thrill

Best Time to Ride Rise of the Resistance

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (11 PM); the wait usually peaks around 10 AM.

40 8AM

45 9AM

46 10AM

46 11AM

44 12PM

43 1PM

41 2PM

40 3PM

43 4PM

43 5PM

41 6PM

44 7PM

42 8PM

33 9PM

31 10PM

30 11PM

Pro tip: ride Rise of the Resistance in the first hour after rope drop or in the last hour before Disneyland closes. If you would rather not wait at all, Lightning Lane lets you skip the standby line.

Is Rise of the Resistance Reliable?

Spotty Running about 91 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 67 minutes.

Should You Rope Drop Rise of the Resistance?

The shortest waits for Rise of the Resistance are right at rope drop and in the final hour before Disneyland closes, so arriving for park open is usually worth it. If the line is already long, ride later in the evening or use Lightning Lane.

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Rise of the Resistance FAQ

What is the best time to ride Rise of the Resistance?: At Disneyland, Rise of the Resistance typically has its shortest waits around 11 PM and its longest around 10 AM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for Rise of the Resistance?: The standby wait for Rise of the Resistance runs about 42 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 120 minutes at its busiest.
Does Rise of the Resistance break down a lot?: Rise of the Resistance is currently graded Spotty for reliability. Running about 91 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 67 minutes.
Is there a height requirement for Rise of the Resistance?: Yes. Riders must be at least 40 in (102 cm) tall to ride Rise of the Resistance.
Does Rise of the Resistance have Lightning Lane?: Yes. Rise of the Resistance offers Lightning Lane, so you can pay to skip the standby line if you would rather not wait.

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