FastPass

The FastPass system was first introduced in July 1999 at Disney's Animal Kingdom. It was designed primarily to give guests an alternative to waiting in long lines, especially for the more popular attractions on busier days. Guests can spend less time waiting and more time exploring the parks doing the things they want.

How does it work?

When you approach an attraction that uses the FastPass system you will see three lines; the regular standby entrance, the FastPass entrance, and the FastPass distribution line. You'll also find two digital clocks - one estimating the wait time in the regular line if you get in line now, the other stating the time to return if you get a FastPass ticket now.

If you choose to use the FastPass option you simply insert your theme park admission ticket into the FastPass turnstile. Out will come your FastPass ticket telling you what time to return to the attraction! To allow some flexibility in your schedule you are given a one-hour time frame and you can return anytime during that period. To avoid disappointment please note that if everyone in your party plans to return to this attraction using the FastPass option (including children) it is important that each person gets a FastPass ticket or they will NOT be admitted. The only exception to this rule is if a member of your party is less than three years old, not requiring an admission ticket to enter the theme park.

How many FastPass tickets can you have at one time? Each guest can get a FastPass ticket every two hours. The time printed on your ticket in hand will provide the basis for the two hours. For example, if one FastPass is issued at 10am, the guest will be able to obtain a FastPass for another attraction at noon; or after his or her first FastPass time expires, whichever comes first.

What attractions currently offer FastPass?

Magic Kingdom:

• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
• Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin
• Jungle Cruise
• Mickey's PhilharMagic
• Peter Pan's Flight
• Space Mountain
• Splash Mountain
• The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh

Epcot:

• Honey, I Shrunk the Audience
• Living With the Land
• Maelstrom, Norway
• Mission: SPACE
• Soarin'
• Test Track

Disney's Hollywood Studios:

• Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular
• Lights, Motor, Action! Stunt Show
• Rock 'n Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
• Star Tours
• Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
• Voyage of the Little Mermaid

Disney's Animal Kingdom:

• Dinosaur
• Expedition Everest
• It's Tough to be a Bug
• Kali River Rapids
• Kilimanjaro Safaris
• Primeval Whirl

While standing in line isn't always your first choice it's also important to remember that many of the attractions actually begin by standing in line. There are little fun things you will see along the way that will only enhance your experience. If you miss some of these things you might also miss some of the flavor of the attraction. Although FastPass isn't for everyone, even the guests choosing to wait in the regular lines are happier because FastPass users make their wait shorter too.