The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure Wait Times — Best Time to Ride Without Lightning Lane
This page shows historical wait time patterns for The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure, based on 260,838+ real readings collected over the past 12 months. Use these patterns to choose the best time to ride without buying Lightning Lane.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to ride The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure?
The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure is usually shortest around 7am (about 4 minutes) and longest around 1pm (about 25 minutes). Riding in the first hour after opening or late in the evening gives the shortest waits.
What is the average wait for The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure?
The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure averages about 17 minutes, based on 260,838 wait time readings at Disney California Adventure.
What day of the week has the shortest line for The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure?
Thursday typically has the shortest line for The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure (around 14 minutes), while Saturday is the busiest (around 20 minutes).
Do I need Lightning Lane to ride The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure?
No. By riding The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure during its quietest hours and on a lower-crowd day, most guests can keep the wait short without paying for Lightning Lane.