Beginner’s Guide: The Barnstormer at Disney World (Tips and Video) -

The Barnstormer is a popular small roller coaster at Disney World. It is my kids’ favorite small roller coaster at Disney. Here is a beginner’s guide to The Barnstormer. Below you will find everything you need to know about The Barnstormer Ride at Magic Kingdom. Below is a 4K video of the Barnstormer ride.

Barnstormer 4K POV video

What is Disney’s The Barnstormer Ride?

The Barnstormer is a small roller coaster at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. It is located in Magic Kingdom’s Fantasy Land. If you have kids just starting out with roller coasters, this is a good starter roller coaster for them.

How Long isThe Barnstormer Ride?

The Barnstormer Ride is approximately a minute long.

Is there a Long Wait to get into The Barnstormer Ride?

No, the wait is usually short to get on The Barnstormer Ride.

Is the Standby Line for The Barnstormer Indoors or Outdoors?

The standby line of The Barnstormer takes place outdoors.

Is The Barnstormer Ride a Lightning Lane Ride?

Yes, The Barnstormer is a Lightning Lane Ride.

Check out my Beginner’s Guide to Lighting Lane at Disney World

How Long is the Wait in The Barnstormer Lightning Lane?

The wait is minimal when you get on the Barnstormer Lightning Lane. You pretty much go straight to the ride.

How Do I Buy The Barnstormer Lightning Lane?

You can buy Disney Genie+ Lightning Lane on the day of your visit to the park. You can then start to make your first Lightning Lane reservations at 7 am.

Does the Lightning Lane for The Barnstormer Sell Out?

No, Lightning Lane for The Barnstormer does not sell out by the end of the day. The standby line for The Barnstormer is usually short, save your Lightning Lane reservations for more popular rides in Magic Kingdom.

What Happens to My Lightning Lane When The Barnstormer Closes?

If The Barnstormer breaks down, your Lightning Lane pass will become a Multiple Experience Lightning Lane pass. It means you will be able to use your Lightning Lane anytime until the ride closes or you can book Lightning Lane at other rides (some restrictions apply).

Can I Ride The Barnstormer During Early Theme Park Entry?

Yes, you can ride The Barnstormer during early theme park entry. Early Theme Park Entry is available for guests staying at Disney World Resort.

Is Disney’s The Barnstormer Ride a Roller Coaster?

Yes, Disney World’s The Barnstormer is a roller coaster. It is a small roller coaster for kids with very mild drops.

Is Disney’s The Barnstormer Ride Scary?

Disney’s The Barnstormer is not scary. It is a very mild roller coaster made for kids.

Will You Get Motion Sickness When You Ride The Barnstormer?

No, you won’t get motion sickness on The Barnstormer. I’m prone to motion sickness and felt okay after the ride. Although, if you are very sensitive to motion sickness, I can see how this ride can give motion sickness.

What is the Minimum Height to Ride The Barnstormer?

The minimum height to ride The Barnstormer is 35 inches (89 cm).

How Many People Can Fit in a row at The Barnstormer Ride?

Each row of the Barnstormer roller coaster can seat 2 riders.

The Barnstormer Tips

1. The standby line to get on the Barnstormer is not long. It’s worth it to buy Genie+ Lightning Lane since there are many popular rides at Magic Kingdom and wait times for some of the most popular rides can be long.
2. You don’t need to waste your Lighting Lane reservations on The Barnstormer since the standby line is usually short.
3. If you don’t want to buy Genie+ Lightning Lane, wait in line at The Barnstormer Standby line when it is shortest which is usually 2 hours before closing.

Name	The Barnstormer
Type of Ride	Small roller coaster
Minimum Height	35 Inches (89 cm)
Number of Riders per Row	2
Lightning Lane Type	Genie+ Lightning Lane
Good for Kids?	Yes

The Barnstormer Roller Coaster Ride Facts