Space Mountain


Description from PassPorter's Walt Disney World Guidebook:

Blast off into the blackness of space on the Magic Kingdom’s most exciting roller coaster. You’ll depart from ‘Space Station Seventy-Five,’ your gateway to the galaxies! This fast, indoor ride has sudden turns and short drops, but no big, stomach-in-your-throat drops. The darkness makes it scarier than it really is. The indoor queue and ride loading areas are rich with visual detail and interactive video games you can play while you wait (in the standby queue only). There are two slightly different coasters—go left for one, right for the other when you reach the loading area. Renovations in 2010 brought a smoother ride, more comfortable ‘ships,’ a darker ‘flight’ (with brighter ‘stars’), better effects, new soundtrack, in-vehicle sound system, and a general sprucing up! Transfer from ECV to wheelchair, then transfer from wheelchair to ride. 44”/112 cm height restriction. Adult supervision. Health warning. Allie’s KidTip: “I loved it! But it is bumpy. Try to sit in the middle. Ride it again if you can!”

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Type: Coaster
Scope: E-Ticket
Ages: Ages 8 & up
Thrill Factor: Dark, rough, jerky, fast

Coaster Duration: 2.5 min.
FastPass: Yes
Bonus: This attraction is open for both Morning Extra Magic Hours and Evening Extra Magic Hours.

Special Considerations:
- Rider Swap Available
- Must transfer from ECV
- Must transfer from wheelchair
- Seating type: low bar
KidTip: I loved it! But it is bumpy. Try to sit in the middle. Ride it again if you can!

PassPorter's Ratings for Space Mountain
Author Jennifer Marx's Rating:
6/10
Author Dave Marx's Rating:
8/10

Readers Rating: (rated by 331 PassPorter readers)
7.9/10

Appeal by Age:
63.8%
63.76% of our readers would definitely visit Space Mountain again.

I would definitely visit this attraction again!
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What PassPorter Readers Think of Space Mountain (70 comments):

My 10 and 12 year old daughters fell in love with Space Mountain this trip and it's still fun for me!
Principesa gave this a rating of 8 on 08/23/2016 at 12:24:52 pm EDT

This is a mix for our family. It isn't as dark as Disneyland's version. My husband is tall and refuses to ride it at WDW. It is jerky. I love to ride it. Now I will say this can be dangerous for people in wheelchairs. I had one a few years back. My Mom was pushing it. On the escalated out we had a major malfunction trying to get off it. The wheelchair almost fell over and some poor guy had to hope over the side or we all would have been taken out. It is hard for the disabled that need a wheelchair. We refuse to ever do that again when someone has a wheelchair. I still get chills ever time we exit walking now.
DisneyKimber gave this a rating of 7 on 06/30/2016 at 6:03:51 pm EDT

I hate it, my wife loves it. If you're a fan of coasters, then you should definitely go. If you don't like coasters, then definitely stay away.
Espeon200 gave this a rating of 7 on 06/30/2016 at 2:06:31 pm EDT

My husband's rating because I don't ride coasters (fear of drops): Like the coaster but it is too jerky & needs to be revamped.
Pawleys4 gave this a rating of 8 on 06/27/2016 at 9:40:57 pm EDT

Definitely a ride for those who can handle rough coasters. (The one in Disneyland is much, much smoother.) You really need to tense up your legs, gut, and neck or you will get banged around. Not trying to discourage you...just letting you know what you need to do to help make it (more) enjoyable. Be ready for your photo moment just as you make the initial turn before the lift!
RandyF1979 gave this a rating of 8 on 06/26/2016 at 8:20:01 pm EDT

I like the thrill, but VERY jerky and discourage anyone with a back/neck injury to avoid this ride.
Dopeyhornet gave this a rating of 7 on 06/26/2016 at 3:33:59 pm EDT

Love this coaster! I scream and laugh the entire ride. Every time.
TomiRocket gave this a rating of 10 on 06/24/2016 at 12:03:54 pm EDT

Great classic ride. Bumpy. A little difficult for taller people to fit in the car.
todncopper gave this a rating of 9 on 06/22/2016 at 3:35:00 pm EDT

Love this ride !! So much fun ride it several times every trip with my tweet and teen kids. Totally dark with fast turns and dips.
Dopey Girl gave this a rating of 10 on 06/20/2016 at 6:05:43 pm EDT

Love this ride, only downside is single file ride. Much prefer the Disneyland version!!
NanaTink gave this a rating of 8 on 06/19/2016 at 2:39:41 pm EDT

Classic!
aswaffer gave this a rating of 8 on 06/19/2016 at 11:04:20 am EDT

A true Disney classic. It's a must ride . You can't go to Magic Kingdom without being able to say that you rode Space Mountain
scott disney dad gave this a rating of 9 on 06/19/2016 at 12:08:14 am EDT

A true classic. Friends were lucky enough to ride with the lights on. Hope to experience that one day, but not due to a technical issue like they had.
MissyMouse70 gave this a rating of 10 on 06/18/2016 at 9:10:31 pm EDT

I love it. But it's got really rough over the years.
Papa Jim gave this a rating of 9 on 06/17/2016 at 2:49:41 pm EDT

This is a classic. It is something we do every time. However, it needs the soundtrack that Disneyland has.
Princess Sleepy gave this a rating of 8 on 06/17/2016 at 10:47:10 am EDT

A classic, it never gets old. I could ride it over and over.
fletch1965 gave this a rating of 9 on 06/17/2016 at 8:47:58 am EDT

Fun for ages eight and up truck. Probably too scary for the littler ones but fun, zippy roller coaster with cool special effects.
Fergies6 gave this a rating of 9 on 06/16/2016 at 11:24:01 pm EDT

Thought I was going to fall out of the car, sides are too low.
ashlvsq2004 gave this a rating of 3 on 06/15/2016 at 11:40:14 am EDT

Too bumpy
gances gave this a rating of 4 on 06/15/2016 at 10:44:53 am EDT

I love this coaster. It is a little bumpy though.
tinae159 gave this a rating of 9 on 06/15/2016 at 1:37:11 am EDT

Have loved this ride since I was a kid and is now one of my kids' favorites!!! Another classic.
EvaKi gave this a rating of 9 on 06/14/2016 at 11:05:06 am EDT

Have to admit, I was afraid of this one! But I couldn't show fear with my daughter already laughing at me! This has become one of my favorite rides. It's a shame how much it breaks down during the day though. One time we got to see it with the lights on while on the TTA.
MPoppins77 gave this a rating of 10 on 06/13/2016 at 7:01:32 pm EDT

Love this ride. I am sad when I don't get to do it every trip.
Diane MM gave this a rating of 8 on 06/13/2016 at 6:46:49 pm EDT

this is a dark fast rollercoaster ride. If you don't have a problem with any of those things you will really enjoy it.
handette gave this a rating of 6 on 06/13/2016 at 2:35:51 pm EDT

Love space mountain! Try sitting in the front or back for different experiences!
cbate717 gave this a rating of 9 on 06/13/2016 at 2:26:58 pm EDT

I don't care for the seating in the cars on this one.
dutchdisneyfamily gave this a rating of 3 on 06/11/2016 at 10:11:33 pm EDT

A must do coaster, but not built for a 6'3" frame.
Big G gave this a rating of 8 on 06/11/2016 at 5:46:42 pm EDT

definite classic disney
nvrtoooldforthemouse gave this a rating of 7 on 06/11/2016 at 1:58:32 pm EDT

I used to ride this, but it is now too difficult to get in and out of the cars.
Wintersong gave this a rating of 7 on 06/10/2016 at 11:50:50 pm EDT

a little rough for me!
GrandmaBloemer gave this a rating of 7 on 06/10/2016 at 7:52:54 pm EDT

I despise this ride! The wait is always long, the car is super small, feel like I am getting squished into the seat ( I'm 5'10), The ride itself is super jerky and if I don't sit as loose as a rag doll, I pull a muscle in either my neck or back. I avoid this at all costs.
loveariel gave this a rating of 3 on 06/10/2016 at 3:34:00 pm EDT

Fun classic ride! Get a fast pass if busy.
MINNIEsota MOUSE gave this a rating of 8 on 06/10/2016 at 3:30:46 pm EDT

One of my favorites.
Sandy Mouse gave this a rating of 8 on 06/10/2016 at 1:22:02 pm EDT

Too wild and jerky for me
Gingerk gave this a rating of 5 on 06/07/2016 at 11:50:12 am EDT

This is my families favorite ride in this park so far (We have not been on the Seven Dwarfs ride) We love the dark part of the ride which adds to the thrill!
Loridove gave this a rating of 10 on 06/05/2016 at 6:34:00 pm EDT

Great ride!! Line takes forever though if no FP.
markL gave this a rating of 9 on 06/05/2016 at 4:43:53 pm EDT

Used to love this, but the last couple of trips, it really made my back/shoulders ache afterward.
Geri604 gave this a rating of 4 on 06/04/2016 at 6:53:39 pm EDT

On our "Must Do" list for every visit.
AeroScott gave this a rating of 9 on 06/03/2016 at 4:04:48 pm EDT

Loved it! It was over way too soon!!!
comfort80 gave this a rating of 10 on 06/03/2016 at 3:04:14 pm EDT

A WDW classic - I never miss it on a trip to MK!
amouse9 gave this a rating of 10 on 06/03/2016 at 1:29:27 am EDT

Classic attraction that can't be missed! Be aware that it can be a little jerky, and is in the dark.
hannahm1991 gave this a rating of 8 on 05/31/2016 at 11:24:48 am EDT

Definitely a must. This is a fabulous ride! Ride first thing in the morning if you tend to get motion sick, but can't miss the ride.
MiquiMom gave this a rating of 10 on 05/30/2016 at 7:30:42 pm EDT

It's a fun ride and I loved it years ago; age has left me with motion sickness issues, but my kids insist on multiple rides every trip!
mikeserin gave this a rating of 8 on 05/30/2016 at 6:46:50 pm EDT

Must do every trip! Really bumpy
mom2three23 gave this a rating of 7 on 05/30/2016 at 5:24:08 pm EDT

Iconic Disney attraction but as I age, I don't do so well on roller coasters anymore. If I'm going to make myself feel queasy, I'd rather ride Rock 'n Roller coaster.

mbbowen gave this a rating of 5 on 05/30/2016 at 9:46:41 am EDT

Difficult entry and exit into ships. Fun ride
mickey mema gave this a rating of 9 on 05/29/2016 at 10:51:29 pm EDT

One side is better than the other....but still too bumpy of a for a 47 year old mom of 3.
Disneyisourthing gave this a rating of 7 on 05/29/2016 at 6:22:48 pm EDT

One of Disney's best!
Marie the Cat gave this a rating of 9 on 05/29/2016 at 5:34:43 pm EDT

Bumpy ride. Hard to get in & out of "ships." Loved the darkness and the coaster is not super scary!
FARMERGIRL gave this a rating of 7 on 05/29/2016 at 10:30:17 am EDT

A must do classic ride
Victor gave this a rating of 9 on 05/28/2016 at 8:58:06 pm EDT

A glorious Disney thrill ride!
goofyboysmama gave this a rating of 10 on 05/28/2016 at 3:52:47 pm EDT

Be careful if you get migraines, this ride can set them off. Very jerky and flashing strobe lights.
apk gave this a rating of 8 on 05/28/2016 at 10:05:59 am EDT

We love Space Mountain! One of our families favorite rides at Disney.
snickers gave this a rating of 9 on 05/28/2016 at 1:31:34 am EDT

Just as great now as it was when it opened.
MCP gave this a rating of 9 on 05/27/2016 at 5:30:31 pm EDT

By far my favorite ride in all of Disney. I would change my trip dates if I found out it would be closed. It's not a Disney trip until I've ridden it!
dodgersle gave this a rating of 10 on 05/27/2016 at 3:23:24 pm EDT

Fun Fun Fun
txtink gave this a rating of 8 on 05/27/2016 at 12:17:18 pm EDT

Awesome!
NAM111 gave this a rating of 10 on 05/27/2016 at 11:37:34 am EDT

Very rough! I may be getting to old for this. LOL
MayraLR gave this a rating of 6 on 05/27/2016 at 11:29:57 am EDT

We couldnt wait to get on this ride. My grandson was 44in tall so we so excited for him and we loved doing this as a family!!!
dmargliotti gave this a rating of 9 on 05/27/2016 at 10:28:49 am EDT

My son loves this ride, but I think it is overrated. The darkness sets it apart from other coasters. Not dependable and is frequently closed for repairs.
LovingmickeyinNC gave this a rating of 5 on 05/27/2016 at 9:26:21 am EDT

So much fun!
zettarooski gave this a rating of 8 on 05/27/2016 at 9:15:15 am EDT

My children love it but I am me not so much and now I can't because of my back.
CEK40 gave this a rating of 7 on 05/27/2016 at 9:03:27 am EDT

I am too old now-great ride for grandkids and son
cutiepie gave this a rating of 5 on 05/27/2016 at 8:41:36 am EDT

One of the must-rides for the family, Space Mountain is always a key part of our day.
Ms Minnie gave this a rating of 8 on 05/27/2016 at 7:56:34 am EDT

Loved it as a kid and it's one of my kids' favorites but lately it's a little too jerky for me
MmichelleM gave this a rating of 8 on 05/27/2016 at 7:24:01 am EDT

Make sure you take of your sunglasses and hold on to your hat because this thing gets dark and fast in a hurry.
Ms. Earson gave this a rating of 8 on 05/27/2016 at 12:07:30 am EDT

Love it. Has gotten a little rough the older I get but I brace my hands around the back of my neck to keep from getting it jerked around. The whole family had fun on this one.
megeed gave this a rating of 9 on 05/26/2016 at 11:21:56 pm EDT

I used to be able to ride this but the older I get the rougher it seems
Jack's mom gave this a rating of 7 on 05/26/2016 at 8:16:34 pm EDT

Feels like you are going faster than you are because you are in the dark. Not being able to see where you're going is what makes this coaster so fun!
gina921 gave this a rating of 9 on 05/26/2016 at 7:03:48 pm EDT

Needs updating.
Feisty Fairy gave this a rating of 2 on 05/26/2016 at 3:19:05 pm EDT

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