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Magic Kingdom · Tomorrowland

Space Mountain Wait Times & Best Time to Ride

The classic indoor roller coaster, rocketing through near-total darkness and a field of stars since 1975. A Magic Kingdom icon that draws long lines all day.

Right now Park closed
Typical wait 33 min
Peak seen 80 min
Quietest hour 9 AM

Quick facts

Land
Tomorrowland
Height
44 in (112 cm)
Lightning Lane
Yes
Opened
1975
Ride time
About 2.5 minutes
Thrill
Big thrill

Best time to ride Space Mountain

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (9 AM); the wait usually peaks around 1 PM.

24 9AM
31 10AM
40 11AM
36 12PM
46 1PM
31 2PM
35 3PM
36 4PM
36 5PM
32 6PM
33 7PM
32 8PM
25 9PM
24 10PM

Pro tip: ride Space Mountain 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.

Space Mountain FAQ

What is the best time to ride Space Mountain?
At Magic Kingdom, Space Mountain typically has its shortest waits around 9 AM and its longest around 1 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for Space Mountain?
The standby wait for Space Mountain runs about 33 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 80 minutes at its busiest.
Is there a height requirement for Space Mountain?
Yes. Riders must be at least 44 in (112 cm) tall to ride Space Mountain.
Does Space Mountain have Lightning Lane?
Yes. Space Mountain offers Lightning Lane, so you can pay to skip the standby line if you would rather not wait.

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