Is VelociCoaster part of fast pass?

The only rides that do not have Express access in either park are Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and Pteranodon Flyers at Universal Islands of Adventure. Jurassic World VelociCoaster is now available with Universal Express!



Yes, as of 2026, the Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal's Islands of Adventure is fully integrated into the Universal Express Pass system (Universal's version of a "fast pass"). When the ride first opened, it was excluded to manage the massive opening crowds, but it has since been added to both the "Unlimited" and "Standard" Express Pass tiers. This is a game-changer for 2026 visitors, as the standby wait times for this world-class coaster still frequently exceed 75–100 minutes. With an Express Pass, you can typically bypass the majority of the outdoor and indoor "paddock" queues, getting to the loading platform in about 15–20 minutes. Note that in 2026, the ride still utilizes a strict "locker" system for all loose items, so even with an Express Pass, you will need to stop at the lockers before entering the final metal-detection phase of the queue.

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The Jurassic World VelociCoaster is the scariest ride in Universal Studios Orlando and will make your heart pound as you make your way through. You can expect two separate launches, with one of them going up to 70 mph into a 140-foot drop and even an inverted zero-gravity stall.

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Q: Does VelociCoaster go upside down? There are four inversions on the Universal VelociCoaster. The VelociCoaster inversions such as a 360-degree barrel roll, dive loops, and even a 100-foot long zero-gravity inverted stall, which is where guests are held upside down for 100 feet.

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Q: Is the Hulk more intense than Velocicoaster? A: In our opinion, the VelociCoaster is more intense than the Hulk. It is faster and has more thrill features overall than the Hulk ride.

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This is an amazing, thrilling roller coaster. Not for the faint of heart but absolutely a blast! After being at Universal the year prior and seeing the testing of this coaster the year prior to opening, I felt safe riding it. This is also one of the coasters that feels like a nice, long ride.

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Now that VelociCoaster is onboard, almost all rides at both Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure – with the exception of Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure – have a Universal Express queue. Express Pass is also used at The Bourne Stuntacular show, which is not to be missed!

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There is one decent drop near the beginning of the ride. Official stats about its height or length are unknown (Universal remains mum on a lot if its ride specs), but estimates put it around 30 feet tall.

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The majority of people do not pass out on these rides (or come close) so those who have a propensity to do so might want to look into whether there is an underlying medical condition.

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VelociCoaster is intense, yet smooth – the intensity comes from the airtime and crazy maneuvers and not the roughness of the track. The only thing holding you in is a lap bar, which makes it comfortable one yet thrilling thanks to the air time, speed and the two separate launches. Child Swap?

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Keep the Kids in Mind Although there aren't specific age limits to ride the VelociCoaster, there are height limits. If your children are under 4 foot 3 inches, they won't be able to go on the ride. Fortunately, there is a waiting space for the children to watch as the adults speed down and around the tracks.

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“(Only having a lap bar is) not unique on coasters anymore. A lot of coasters have them now, but it makes the experience better because you don't feel like you're stapled into your seat,” Kraftchick said. The real magic (a.k.a. physics) is all in that bar.

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