Alice in Wonderland Wait Times — Best Time to Ride Without Lightning Lane
This page shows historical wait time patterns for Alice in Wonderland at Disneyland, based on 252,505+ real readings collected over the past 12 months. Use these patterns to choose the best time to ride without buying Lightning Lane.
Average wait by time of day
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Average wait by day of week
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Average wait by month
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Key insight: The clearest pattern: Alice in Wonderland is shortest around 7am (averaging 7 minutes) and longest around 11am (26 minutes). Day of week matters too: Sun averages 21 minutes while Mon averages 23 minutes — a 2-minute difference. Across months, Sep tends to be the quietest, with an average closer to 20 minutes.
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What is the best time to ride Alice in Wonderland?
Alice in Wonderland at Disneyland is usually shortest around 7am (about 7 minutes) and longest around 11am (about 26 minutes). Riding in the first hour after opening or late in the evening gives the shortest waits.
What is the average wait for Alice in Wonderland?
Alice in Wonderland averages about 22 minutes, based on 252,505 wait time readings at Disneyland.
What day of the week has the shortest line for Alice in Wonderland?
Sunday typically has the shortest line for Alice in Wonderland (around 21 minutes), while Monday is the busiest (around 23 minutes).
Do I need Lightning Lane to ride Alice in Wonderland?
No. By riding Alice in Wonderland during its quietest hours and on a lower-crowd day, most guests can keep the wait short without paying for Lightning Lane.
