Runaway Mine Train
Roller Coaster
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Boomtown |
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42" Height Requirement |
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Lapbar Restraints |
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Medium Thrill |
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Flash Pass Attraction |
| Opened | July 23, 1966 |
| Ride Type | Steel Mine Train Coaster |
| Ride Height | 35 Feet |
| Track Length | 2,400 Feet |
| Top Speed | 35 MPH |
| Trains | 3 |
| Cars Per Train | 5 |
| Riders Per Car | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Arrow Dynamics |
| Ride Colors | Red & Black |
The First-Ever?
Much debate arises when people talk about Runaway Mine Train and its status as the first steel tubular roller coaster in the world. The Matterhorn Bobsled at Disneyland opened on June 14, 1959 and was officially the world’s first steel tubular roller coaster. However, Runaway Mine Train is known as the first-ever mine train roller coaster in the world. Designed by Ron Toomer and Arrow Dynamics, Runaway Mine Train cost $1 million to complete and was opened in 1966. The ride was highly-themed with a unique station, multiple lifts, tunnels, a waterfall and even the Ace Hotel that sends riders plummeting into an underwater tunnel.
Runaway Mine Train’s station and queue house.
Runaway Mine Train is considered the world’s first mine train roller coaster.
Riders make their way back to the station after enduring the underwater tunnel finale.
Each of the coaster’s trains hold up to 30 riders.
Runaway Mine Train carries a Boomtown theme, suitable to its surrounding area.
Runaway Mine Train debuted during the park’s 1966 season.
Ride History
2023
In January, Runaway Mine Train closes to undergo a substantial control system upgrade. The attraction reopens in July.
2001
Mine Train is renamed back to Runaway Mine Train.
Runaway Mine Train receives a paint job.
1997
Four-train operations are reduced to three at Runaway Mine Train.
1996
Runaway Mine Train is renamed Mine Train.
Runaway Mine Train features a max height of 35 feet.
Unlike most traditional coasters, Mine Train’s biggest drop is during the finale.
Construction Updates
Follow along with ride construction, refurbishments, theming updates and fresh paint schemes.
Though daily summer operations have begun, improvements around Six Flags Over Texas move on. This update takes a look at theming enhancements, changes to the parking toll booth area and the continued progress of the second Roller Coaster Coffee location. Ride refurbishments also continue as Rodeo and Caddo Lake Barge are undergoing paint refreshes, while Runaway Mine Train receives its upgraded operating system.