The Barnstormer Wait Times
Over the last 29 days, The Barnstormer averaged 11.5 minutes, peaking at 60. That is the 21st longest queue of 30 tracked rides in the park — well under the park average of 18.5 minutes. Thursdays have been quietest at 7 minutes on average, Mondays busiest at 17.1.
Ride facts
- Height requirement
- 35" (2'11")
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Type
- Roller coaster
- Ride length
- 1 min
- Best for ages
- 3+
- Rider Switch
- Available
- Accessibility
- Requires full mobility
- Gets you wet
- No
Perfect first roller coaster for brave little ones - short but exciting!
Wait times by day of the week
Average standby wait from 29 days of ParkPortal's own recorded data.
The Barnstormer FAQs
How long is the wait for The Barnstormer?
The Barnstormer has averaged 11.5 minutes over the last 29 days, with the longest recorded wait reaching 60 minutes. Check the live figure at the top of this page for the queue right now.
What is the best day to ride The Barnstormer?
Thursday has been the quietest day, averaging 7 minutes, while Monday has been the busiest at 17.1 minutes. Riding first thing after Magic Kingdom opens beats any weekday choice.
How tall do you have to be to ride The Barnstormer?
Riders must be at least 35 inches (2'11") tall. Rider Switch is available, so adults in a party with a child too small to ride can take turns without queueing twice.
How long is The Barnstormer?
The ride itself lasts about 1 minute. It is a roller coaster rated moderate for intensity.
Are waits for The Barnstormer getting longer?
Waits are up 41% over the past week, averaging 14.8 minutes compared with 10.5 minutes over the preceding weeks.
Plan around The Barnstormer
All Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom waits
Every ride's current queue, updated through the day.
Crowd calendar
Which upcoming dates look busiest before you book.
Park guide
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