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Afterburn Queue Times & Wait Strategy

A B&M inverted coaster with 6 inversions, widely regarded as one of the best inverts in the country. Afterburn averages 21-minute waits, but watch out for the 8 PM closing rush.

Key stats

Avg Wait

21 min

From historical data

Best Time to Ride

10 AM

12 min avg at park open

Peak Wait Hour

8 PM

39 min avg, closing rush

Height Requirement

54"

137 cm minimum

When to ride

10 AM — 12 min. Your best window. Afterburn is quick at park open.

11 AM — 14 min. Still short. Easy to fit in during the first hour.

12 PM — 19 min. Approaching the daily average as crowds build.

1 PM — 22 min. Slightly above average through lunch.

2 PM — 26 min. Afternoon peak territory begins.

3 PM — 25 min. Holding at elevated levels.

4-5 PM — 24 min. Steady but manageable mid-afternoon.

6 PM — 28 min. A late-afternoon bump before the real spike.

7 PM — 18 min. A brief dip. Good opportunistic window if you missed the morning.

8 PM — 39 min. The closing rush hits hard. Nearly double the daily average. Avoid.

9 PM — 24 min. Easing from the rush but still above average.

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FAQ

Is Afterburn one of the best inverted coasters?

Yes. Afterburn is widely regarded as one of the best B&M inverted coasters in the country. Despite opening in 1999, it consistently ranks among the top inverted coasters in enthusiast polls. Its compact, intense layout with 6 inversions and sustained forces throughout make it a standout in the B&M invert lineup.

When is Afterburn shortest?

At 10 AM, averaging 12 minutes. Morning is your best window. Avoid 8 PM. It spikes to 39 minutes due to a closing rush, same pattern as Fury 325's evening.

How does Afterburn compare to other B&M inverts?

Afterburn holds its own against newer B&M inverts like Banshee and Montu. It's unusually smooth for a 1999 coaster, with a compact layout that maintains intensity throughout all 6 inversions. Many enthusiasts rank it in the top 3-5 B&M inverts ever built. It lacks the length of some newer models but makes up for it with relentless pacing.

What is the height requirement for Afterburn?

Afterburn has a 54-inch (137 cm) height requirement. Riders must be at least 54 inches tall to ride.