Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge Wait Times
Over the last 28 days, Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge averaged 67.5 minutes, peaking at 190. That is the 1st longest queue of 13 tracked rides in the park — 2.0× the park average of 33.5 minutes. Wednesdays have been quietest at 57 minutes on average, Saturdays busiest at 82.
Ride facts
- Height requirement
- 40" (3'4")
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Type
- Dark ride
- Ride length
- 5 min
- Best for ages
- 5+
- Rider Switch
- Available
- Accessibility
- Requires full mobility
- Gets you wet
- No
Wait times by day of the week
Average standby wait from 28 days of ParkPortal's own recorded data.
Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge FAQs
How long is the wait for Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge?
Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge has averaged 67.5 minutes over the last 28 days, with the longest recorded wait reaching 190 minutes. Check the live figure at the top of this page for the queue right now.
What is the best day to ride Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge?
Wednesday has been the quietest day, averaging 57 minutes, while Saturday has been the busiest at 82 minutes. Riding first thing after Universal Studios Hollywood opens beats any weekday choice.
How tall do you have to be to ride Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge?
Riders must be at least 40 inches (3'4") 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 Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge?
The ride itself lasts about 5 minutes. It is a dark ride rated moderate for intensity.
Are waits for Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge getting longer?
Waits are up 42% over the past week, averaging 86.8 minutes compared with 61 minutes over the preceding weeks.
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