Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Walt Disney World

Name: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Address: Frontierland, Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World, 32830, United States
Telephone: (407) 824-4321

#85 among attractions in Walt Disney World

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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad location map

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Facts and practical information

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is a mine train roller coaster located at Disneyland, Magic Kingdom, Tokyo Disneyland and Disneyland Park in Paris. In Tokyo and Paris, the attraction is named Big Thunder Mountain. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is also the name of the fictional rail line the roller coaster depicts. ()

Alternative names: Height: 104 ftCoordinates: 28°25'13"N, 81°35'5"W

Address

Frontierland, Magic KingdomWalt Disney World ResortWalt Disney World 32830 United States

Contact

(407) 824-4321

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Day trips

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Magic Kingdom, Cinderella Castle, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad?

Nearby attractions include Tom Sawyer Island, Walt Disney World (2 min walk), Splash Mountain, Walt Disney World (3 min walk), Haunted Mansion, Walt Disney World (3 min walk), Disney riverboats, Walt Disney World (4 min walk).

How to get to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad by public transport?

The nearest stations to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad:

Train

Frontierland Station (2 min walk)
Magic Kingdom Monorail Station (9 min walk)

Tram

Castle Courtyard • Lines: Horse Drawn Street Car (6 min walk)
Town Square • Lines: Horse Drawn Street Car (9 min walk)

Bus

Magic Kingdom Bus Station (13 min walk)
Gate 16 • Lines: Magic Kingdom - Disney's Animal (13 min walk)