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Runaway Mine Train

Runaway Mine Train

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Specs

Manufacturer
Mack Rides
Type
Powered coaster
Restraint
Lap bar
Opened
1992
Speed
22.4 mph
Length
305 m
Duration
1m 50s

Weather close

Through the day

Unlikely

Gusts about 18 mph. No published wind limit, so this is an estimate.

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Train

12 cars · 2 across · 46 seats · red engine up front

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Captain’s Review

Highlights

  • fun family coaster
  • rapids interaction
  • surprising tunnel intensity
  • enthusiastic ride operators
  • nice theming

Concerns

  • slow speed
  • uncomfortable rattly ride

Runaway Mine Train is widely regarded as a fun family coaster that consistently delights riders with its lively operators and the surprising intensity of its tunnel section. The ride’s interaction with the nearby Congo River Rapids and its charming theming are repeatedly highlighted as standout features. A minority of guests note that the coaster’s modest speed and occasional rattly comfort can detract from the overall experience.

From Captain Coaster

Average wait

Each hour · last 6 months

Today Typical
  1. 10:00 am

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    Typ. 7 min

  2. 11:00 am

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    Typ. 13 min

  3. 12:00 pm

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    Typ. 18 min

  4. 1:00 pm

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    Typ. 18 min

  5. 2:00 pm

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    Typ. 18 min

  6. 3:00 pm

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    Typ. 20 min

  7. 4:00 pm

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    Typ. 28 min

  8. 5:00 pm

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    Typ. 30 min

  9. 6:00 pm

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    Typ. 31 min

  10. 7:00 pm

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    Typ. 21 min

  11. 8:00 pm

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    Typ. 13 min

  12. 9:00 pm

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    Typ. 5 min

Today’s downtime

Today

No stops recorded for this ride today. History is kept for six months.

Broke down 0 times today.

Reliability

100%

Solid

4 stops in six months · 1h 37m down

Past downtime

4 stops · 1h 37m

September 20264 stops · 1h 37m

Wed 2 Sept

  1. 5:05 pm – 5:59 pm · 54 min

  2. 4:41 pm – 4:56 pm · 15 min

  3. 11:26 am – 11:39 am · 13 min

  4. 11:26 am – 11:40 am · 15 min