Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT averages 121 minutes during peak hours based on Theme Park Shark’s wait time tracking. It’s EPCOT’s most popular attraction and consistently has the longest standby wait in the park. Here’s exactly when to ride and whether Lightning Lane Single Pass is worth the extra cost.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | EPCOT, Walt Disney World |
| Height Requirement | 42 inches |
| Ride Type | Reverse-launch indoor roller coaster |
| Duration | Approximately 3 minutes |
| Express Pass / Lightning Lane | Yes. Available as Lightning Lane Single Pass ($14-22 per person). |
| Average Wait (Theme Park Shark Data) | 120.9 minutes |
| Shortest Recorded Wait | 50 minutes |
| Longest Recorded Wait | 195 minutes |
Wait Times by Hour
Based on 61 data points collected by Theme Park Shark’s proprietary wait time tracking system. Data updates weekly.
| Time | Average Wait | Shortest | Longest |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 55.0 min | 50 min | 60 min |
| 13:00 | 112.5 min | 80 min | 135 min |
| 14:00 | 162.5 min | 140 min | 180 min |
| 15:00 | 120.0 min | 105 min | 130 min |
| 16:00 | 111.7 min | 95 min | 120 min |
| 17:00 | 99.2 min | 95 min | 110 min |
| 18:00 | 105.8 min | 95 min | 120 min |
| 19:00 | 122.5 min | 120 min | 125 min |
| 20:00 | 118.3 min | 115 min | 130 min |
| 21:00 | 155.0 min | 100 min | 195 min |
| 22:00 | 142.5 min | 90 min | 180 min |
What Is the Best Time to Ride?
According to Theme Park Shark’s data, the shortest average wait for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is at 12:00 with an average of 55.0 minutes. The longest average wait occurs at 14:00 with 162.5 minutes.
Tips for the Shortest Wait
Cosmic Rewind is available through Lightning Lane Single Pass ($15-25 depending on date), not Multi Pass. Given the 120+ minute average standby, the Single Pass is one of the best values at Walt Disney World. If riding standby, the first 30 minutes after park open or the last hour before close offer the shortest waits.
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Data collected by Theme Park Shark’s proprietary wait time tracking system covering 9 parks across Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, Disneyland Resort, and Epic Universe. Updated weekly. Last updated: March 17, 2026.
