Fastest Roller Coasters

For thrill-seekers, the allure of roller coasters is undeniable. Each year, theme parks around the world compete to push the boundaries of speed, height, and gravity-defying twists. In 2024, the race to build the world’s fastest roller coasters has reached new heights. From innovative magnetic propulsion systems to towering drops that leave your stomach behind, the latest coasters offer experiences that defy physics and set adrenaline levels soaring. This year, designers have gone all out to deliver rides that break speed records and redefine what’s possible in the world of high-speed thrills. In this article, we'll take you on a tour of the fastest roller coasters of 2024, showcasing the rides that are redefining the meaning of extreme adventure. Buckle up as we dive into the details of these heart-pounding masterpieces!

 

Rank: 241 - Wildcat

Top Speed : 48 mph

The Wildcat is a classic wooden roller coaster located at Lake Compounce

Rank: 242 - Head Spin

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 243 - Sea Serpent

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 244 - Sidewinder

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 245 - Vampire

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 246 - Zoomerang

Top Speed : 48 mph

Zoomerang is a classic steel shuttle coaster located at Lake Compounce, one of the oldest amusement parks in the United States, situated in Bristol, Connecticut.

Rank: 247 - Zoomerang

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 248 - Big Bear Mountain

Top Speed : 48 mph
Park : Dollywood

In 2023, Dollywood introduced a brand-new, adrenaline-pumping ride: Big Bear Mountain. This highly anticipated roller coaster has quickly become a must-visit attraction, setting a new standard for thrill rides at Dollywood.

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 250 - Boomerang

Top Speed : 48 mph
Park : Epcot

Rank: 251 - Corkscrew

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 252 - Whirlwind

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 253 - Boomerang

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 254 - Boomerang

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 255 - Boomerang

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 256 - Outlaw

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 257 - Wildcat

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 258 - Thunderation

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 259 - Big Bad Wolf

Top Speed : 48 mph

Rank: 260 - Zingo

Top Speed : 48 mph
Park : Bay Beach

Rank: 261 - Flashback

Top Speed : 47 mph

Rank: 262 - Excalibur

Top Speed : 46 mph

Rank: 263 - Corkscrew

Top Speed : 46 mph

Rank: 264 - Mystery Mine

Top Speed : 46 mph
Park : Dollywood

A unique coaster that takes riders through a dark mine-themed experience with twists, turns, and vertical drops