What is the best time to ride Curse of the Werewolf?

At Epic Universe, Curse of the Werewolf typically has its shortest waits around 9 AM and its longest around 2 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.

How long is the wait for Curse of the Werewolf?

The standby wait for Curse of the Werewolf runs about 46 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 150 minutes at its busiest.

Does Curse of the Werewolf break down a lot?

Curse of the Werewolf is currently graded Frequently down for reliability. Running about 87 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 74 minutes.

Is there a height requirement for Curse of the Werewolf?

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

Can you skip the line for Curse of the Werewolf?

Epic Universe offers Universal Express, a paid line-skip included with some tickets and hotel stays, on most attractions, and several rides also run a single rider line. Standby is always available.

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Epic Universe · Dark Universe Curse of the Werewolf Moderate thrill · 40 in (102 cm)

Epic Universe · Dark Universe

Curse of the Werewolf Wait Time, Speed & Best Time to Ride

At Universal Orlando's Epic Universe, Curse of the Werewolf is the family-thrill coaster of Dark Universe. This guide shows the current wait, typical wait, best time to ride, ride length, drop and intensity, Express Pass, and whether it is worth rope dropping.

Updated August 10, 2026. Live waits refresh throughout the day.

Right now 15 min

Typical wait 46 min

Peak seen 150 min

Quietest hour 9 AM

Quick facts

Land: Dark Universe
Height: 40 in (102 cm)
Express Pass: On most rides
Opened: 2025
Ride length: About 2 minutes
Thrill: Moderate thrill

Best Time to Ride Curse of the Werewolf

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (9 AM); the wait usually peaks around 2 PM.

11 9AM

20 10AM

43 11AM

53 12PM

56 1PM

60 2PM

58 3PM

54 4PM

50 5PM

48 6PM

40 7PM

32 8PM

26 9PM

Pro tip: ride Curse of the Werewolf in the first hour after rope drop or in the last hour before Epic Universe closes. If you would rather not wait at all, aim for those low-wait windows.

Is Curse of the Werewolf Reliable?

Frequently down Running about 87 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 74 minutes.

Should You Rope Drop Curse of the Werewolf?

Curse of the Werewolf has a lower height and high re-ride value, so it is a good second lap whenever the line is short. The forest reads best after dark.

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Curse of the Werewolf FAQ

What is the best time to ride Curse of the Werewolf?: At Epic Universe, Curse of the Werewolf typically has its shortest waits around 9 AM and its longest around 2 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for Curse of the Werewolf?: The standby wait for Curse of the Werewolf runs about 46 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 150 minutes at its busiest.
Does Curse of the Werewolf break down a lot?: Curse of the Werewolf is currently graded Frequently down for reliability. Running about 87 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 74 minutes.
Is there a height requirement for Curse of the Werewolf?: Yes. Riders must be at least 40 in (102 cm) tall to ride Curse of the Werewolf.
Can you skip the line for Curse of the Werewolf?: Epic Universe offers Universal Express, a paid line-skip included with some tickets and hotel stays, on most attractions, and several rides also run a single rider line. Standby is always available.

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