Members, Log In. Not a member? Sign Up

Ultimate Rollercoaster > Roller Coasters > Where to Coast™ > Busch Gardens Williamsburg > DarKoaster Escape the Storm

DarKoaster Escape the Storm

Busch Gardens Williamsburg

  • Currently 0 / 5
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Rated: 0 out of 5 (0 votes)

Billed as the "world's first all-indoor straddle coaster" this new roller coaster occupies the former Curse of the DarKastle show building in Germany at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

King Ludwig's abandoned fortress resurfaces as strange weather patterns have been recorded near the cursed castle grounds. Only the bravest souls will embark on snowmobiles in this dark expedition to discover the mysterious phenomenon.

DarKoaster is a family-friendly dark ride with roller coaster trains that resemble snowmobiles. Once on board, riders will experience four launches across the 2,454-foot-long roller coaster, as they race through total darkness while changing directions to avoid the elements.

Roller Coaster Stats

Year Track Type Designer
2023 Steel Indoor Family Launched Intamin
  • Length
    2,454
    feet
  • Top Speed
    36
    miles per hour
  • Launch
    Tire Propelled
    propulsion
  • Number Of Trains
    5 - 10 passenger
     

DarKoaster Escape the Storm Facts & History

Opening date: May 19, 2023

Train has five cars with one row each, seating two abreast per row.

Height requirement: Riders must be at least 48 inches tall and less than 78 inches tall

Where to Coast

Visit Busch Gardens Williamsburg to ride this roller coaster.

Find Where to Coast with Ultimate Rollercoaster® Database