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Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid at Magic Kingdom
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Magic Kingdom · Fantasyland

Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid Wait Times & Best Time to Ride

A clamshell dark ride that retells Ariel's story under the sea with animatronics and song. High capacity keeps the line moving, so waits are usually reasonable.

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Typical wait 9 min
Peak seen 30 min
Quietest hour 9 AM

Quick facts

Land
Fantasyland
Height
Any height
Lightning Lane
Yes
Opened
2012
Ride time
About 6 minutes
Thrill
Gentle

Best time to ride Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (9 AM); the wait usually peaks around 12 PM.

5 9AM
7 10AM
10 11AM
13 12PM
8 1PM
12 2PM
9 3PM
8 4PM
11 5PM
12 6PM
11 7PM
7 8PM
6 9PM
8 10PM

Pro tip: ride Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid in the first hour after rope drop or in the last hour before Magic Kingdom closes. If you would rather not wait at all, Lightning Lane lets you skip the standby line.

Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid FAQ

What is the best time to ride Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid?
At Magic Kingdom, Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid typically has its shortest waits around 9 AM and its longest around 12 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid?
The standby wait for Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid runs about 9 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 30 minutes at its busiest.
Is there a height requirement for Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid?
No. Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.
Does Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid have Lightning Lane?
Yes. Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid offers Lightning Lane, so you can pay to skip the standby line if you would rather not wait.

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