The ride
Coney Island Cyclone is a wood roller coaster at Luna Park, Coney Island in New York, having opened to the public in 1927. After 99 seasons of operation it remains one of the defining attractions on the Luna Park, Coney Island midway, drawing repeat riders who track every subtle change to its trains, restraints and station soundtrack.
On paper the ride is a serious thrill machine. It climbs 75 ft above the park before pitching forward into its first descent. Trains reach a top speed of 60.0 mph before the first turnaround, where the layout opens up into a sequence of lateral and vertical elements. In total the track stretches 264 ft, giving the experience a distinctly long-form feel rather than the punchy one-and-done character of many modern compact coasters. enthusiast trip-planning resources
Plan to ride Coney Island Cyclone early in the day or during the final hour before park close, when standby waits at Luna Park, Coney Island typically drop. Because top speeds exceed 60 mph, secure loose articles before queuing — phones, hats and sunglasses are best left in a locker or zipped pocket. Single-rider lines and early-entry ticketing programs, when available at Luna Park, Coney Island, are usually the fastest ways to get repeat rides on a busy day.
In CoasterVault's ranking tables, Coney Island Cyclone currently appears in our 111th position for fastest coasters lists, reflecting where its core stats place it among operating coasters in the United States. These rankings move whenever a new installation opens, so the position should be read as a snapshot rather than a permanent record.