Haunted Mansion

Average Wait Times

About Haunted Mansion

Haunted Mansion is a slow-moving dark ride that takes guests through a spooky but humorous haunted house filled with ghosts, illusions, and clever effects. The ride combines storytelling, humor, and classic Disney ride design, making it one of the most beloved attractions in Magic Kingdom.

Best Time to Ride Haunted Mansion

Over the past 90 days, Haunted Mansion has averaged about 22 minutes in the standby line. Waits are shortest first thing in the morning (8-10 AM), running around 16 minutes, and peak in the afternoon (3-6 PM) at roughly 27 minutes. For the least waiting, ride first thing in the morning (8-10 AM) or during the final hour before Magic Kingdom closes, when standby lines fall across the whole park.

Lightning Lane Strategy for Haunted Mansion

Haunted Mansion is a Tier 2 Lightning Lane Multi Pass attraction at Magic Kingdom. Since demand is moderate, it is usually not worth using one of your earliest selections here. Focus first on harder-to-get rides, then use Haunted Mansion later as a convenient filler pick if it fits your route through Liberty Square. Most groups are fine riding it standby, especially first thing in the morning when waits are usually shortest.

Good to Know

Haunted Mansion is a mild dark ride in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom. The experience runs about 9 minutes, takes place indoors, and has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.

Haunted Mansion FAQ