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Fyre Drill Wait Time & Best Time to Ride

At Universal Orlando's Epic Universe, Fyre Drill is a ride worth planning around. 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 June 26, 2026. Live waits refresh throughout the day.

Right now 30 min

Quick facts

Land
Isle of Berk
Height
Any height
Express Pass
On most rides
Opened
2025
Ride length
About 5 minutes
Thrill
Family

Best Time to Ride Fyre Drill

The shortest waits are right at rope drop and in the last hour before Epic Universe closes. See the live wait board for Fyre Drill's current standby time.

Should You Rope Drop Fyre Drill?

The shortest waits for Fyre Drill are right at rope drop and in the final hour before Epic Universe 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.

Fyre Drill FAQ

What is the best time to ride Fyre Drill?
The shortest waits for Fyre Drill are right at rope drop and in the final hour before Epic Universe closes. Check the live wait board for the current standby time.
Is there a height requirement for Fyre Drill?
No. Fyre Drill has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.
Can you skip the line for Fyre Drill?
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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