Runaway Mine Train

Boomtown

48" Height Requirement

Lapbar Restraints

Medium Thrill

Flash Pass Attraction

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.

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

Ride History

  • 2023

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    In January, Runaway Mine Train closes to undergo a substantial control system upgrade. The attraction reopens in July.

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  • 2001

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    Mine Train is renamed back to Runaway Mine Train.

    Runaway Mine Train receives a paint job.

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  • 1997

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    Four-train operations are reduced to three at Runaway Mine Train.

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  • 1996

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    Runaway Mine Train is renamed Mine Train.

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Construction Updates

Follow along with ride construction, refurbishments, theming updates and fresh paint schemes.

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Mine Train & Park-Wide Updates, Rodeo & Caddo Lake Barge Paint Refreshes
Mine Train & Park-Wide Updates, Rodeo & Caddo Lake Barge Paint Refreshes

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.