The Best Time to Ride Curse of the Werewolf at Universal Epic Universe

Ride Curse of the Werewolf at 10 AM, when the average wait is about 12 min. That is a dramatic gap compared to the 4 PM peak of about 50 min. These figures come from 810 real wait readings taken between June 9 and June 23, 2026.

The coaster itself is a 2-minute ride inside Dark Universe at Universal Epic Universe. Once the midday rush builds, waits climb fast. By 12 PM the average is already about 46 min, and it stays in that range through most of the afternoon. Your best window is early, and it is a short one.

Tips

• Get here at rope drop and head straight to Curse of the Werewolf. The 10 AM average of about 12 min is by far the lowest of the day, and waits nearly triple by 11 AM.
• If you miss the morning window, Universal Express is available and lets you skip the standby queue. Factor that in if afternoon is your only option and the posted wait is closer to that 50 min peak.

FAQ

What is the best time to ride Curse of the Werewolf? 10 AM. The average wait at that hour is about 12 min, which is well below the 39 min typical wait and far shorter than the about 50 min average seen at 4 PM.

How long is the wait? It depends heavily on timing. Waits average about 12 min at 10 AM, rise to about 46 min by 12 PM, peak at about 50 min at 4 PM, and ease back to about 33 min by 8 PM. The typical wait across all hours is 39 min.

Is there a height requirement? Yes. Riders must be at least 40 inches tall to board.