Yes, and they’re one of the best free time-savers in the park. Most of Epic Universe’s rides were built with dedicated single rider queues, including Stardust Racers, Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge, Mine-Cart Madness, Hiccup’s Wing Gliders, Curse of the Werewolf, Monsters Unchained, and Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry.
The catch, straight from Universal’s own app: single rider is subject to availability and can open or close at any time. Operations turn these lines on and off based on crowds and staffing, so treat the list above as “has the infrastructure,” not “guaranteed open.” Check the app or ask a team member at the entrance.
How much time do they save? A rough rule of thumb at Universal is about a third of the standby wait, and guests have reported dropping a 75-minute posted wait to 15 minutes on the right ride at the right time. Results vary, but it’s typically one of the biggest free wins available.
Now the family fine print: Single rider means your group gets split up and you each ride with strangers, so it’s best for re-rides, teens, and rides your kids have already conquered. Do NOT use single rider for your first trip through Battle at the Ministry or Monsters Unchained. Those queues are genuinely part of the attraction, and skipping them first time is skipping the story.
Also worth knowing if you have a child too small to ride: child swap is available and often the better tool, since it lets both parents ride without waiting twice.
