How fast does Tron ride go?

Walt Disney World's new Tron Lightcycle Run roller coaster immediately separates itself from the vacation destination's other thrill rides with a pulse-pounding launch that propels users, er, guests nearly 60 miles per hour.



The TRON Lightcycle / Run roller coaster at Disney’s Magic Kingdom (and the original version at Shanghai Disneyland) reaches a maximum speed of nearly 60 miles per hour (97 km/h). This makes it one of the fastest attractions at any Disney theme park worldwide. The ride begins with a high-speed "launch" that blasts riders out of the "Upload Conduit" and underneath a massive, color-shifting canopy before heading back inside into the darkened "Grid" environment. The launch is the point where the maximum speed is achieved, utilizing powerful linear synchronous motors (LSM) to propel the train from zero to its top speed in just seconds. Despite the high speed, the ride is known for being incredibly smooth rather than "jerky," as it is a motorbike-style coaster where riders lean forward as if they are riding a lightcycle from the films. The sensation of speed is further enhanced by the proximity to the glowing blue lights and the synchronized electronic soundtrack composed specifically for the attraction. While 60 mph may seem modest compared to some "iron" coasters at parks like Six Flags, the unique seating position and the immersive indoor environment make it feel significantly faster and more intense than the numbers might suggest on paper.

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You'll be living in the fast lane Your ride starts out with a launch from 0 to 57 mph in a matter of seconds. This makes it the third fastest roller coaster at Disney World, after Tron Lightcycle/Run and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

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TRON does move up and down a fair bit, but there's very little of that “stomach-drop” feeling with your feet leaving the floor. That's for two reasons. The first is that on a Lightcycle your head points down, not your feet. But the bigger reason is that almost all of TRON's rise-and-drop motion includes a turn.

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TRON is by far the most intense coaster in the Magic Kingdom, although it doesn't have any loops or inversions.

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These Individual Lightning Lane spots typically sell out quickly, so be ready to rev your engine! Here's the good news: You can experience TRON Lightcycle / Run twice in one day by securing a Virtual Queue and purchasing an Individual Lightning Lane.

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Walt Disney World's new Tron Lightcycle Run roller coaster immediately separates itself from the vacation destination's other thrill rides with a pulse-pounding launch that propels users, er, guests nearly 60 miles per hour.

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Let's face it, these ride vehicles aren't great if you're wearing a skirt or a dress. There isn't any graceful way to board. So, you might want to plan your outfit if you're going to ride TRON. The roller coaster goes very fast and there won't be a safe or good way for you to hold down your dress or skirt, if needed.

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With top speeds of just under 60 miles per hour, TRON Lightcycle/Run is one of the fastest rides in Walt Disney World and certainly the fastest roller coaster you will find in Magic Kingdom. For comparison, its neighbor Space Mountain reaches half that maximum speed at 27 miles per hour.

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While Disney Imagineering noted that TRON is the fastest roller coaster they have ever built, there is one ride found at EPCOT that tops the list. Here are the fastest rides at Walt Disney World: Test Track (65 mph) Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind (60 mph)

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As previously discussed, TRON's motorbike-style seats may not fit larger passengers; if you're taller or have thicker calves, make sure to try the available test seat. If you don't fit, ask Cast Members in the loading area for the Light Rover, which is the regular-style coaster car.

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If you or your kids are afraid of going upside down on roller coasters, we have some good news! What is this? TRON Lightcycle Run does not go upside down or have any inversions.

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The TRON ride vehicles — or Lightcycles — are similar to a motorcycle. Like the vehicles on Avatar Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom, you will lean forward when you board, with leg restraints that come down around the back of your calves. The back of the seat will come down to secure you in as well.

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The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror If we're talking about the scariest rides at Disney World, I had to start with The Tower of Terror. I mean, it's all in the name! From the ghostly holograms, the 'death' defying drop(s) to the sinister theming, everything is designed to scare the Mickey outta you – and it really does.

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The ride is adjacent to Space Mountain, Disney's original high-thrill coaster, which will make comparisons inevitable. Tron is smoother and much faster – Space Mountain maxes out at a relatively tame 27 mph. But the nostalgic in me preferred the jerky, in-the-dark dips and turns of Space Mountain.

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Most Walt Disney World Resort attractions are suitable for Guests of any height, but there are some Disney thrills worth growing up for. With a minimum height requirement of 48 inches, TRON Lightcycle / Run in Magic Kingdom Park is one of those thrills.

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Length. The intense portion of the ride is about one-minute long. From the time you start moving until you get off, it's about two minutes.

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You can enter at one of the earlier times and again at 6 pm for the bonus hours after normal park closing time. In fact, you could theoretically ride TRON Lightcycle Run up to 3 times in one day if you're a day guest and party attendee.

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