Top 15 Fastest Roller Coasters Around the Globe

The fastest roller coasters in the world deliver the ultimate thrills. Here are 14 incredible rides that will have you screaming with excitement.

Formula Rossa – Ferrari World, UAE
Kingda Ka – Six Flags Great Adventure, NJ
Top Thrill Dragster – Cedar Point, OH
Red Force – PortAventura World, Spain
Superman: Escape From Krypton – Six Flags Magic Mountain, CA
Millennium Force – Cedar Point, OH
Intimidator 305 – Kings Dominion, VA
Fury 325 – Carowinds, NC
Steel Dragon 2000 – Nagashima Resort, Japan
Steel Vengeance – Cedar Point, OH
Leviathan – Canada’s Wonderland, Canada
Goliath – Six Flags Great America, IL
Yukon Striker – Canada’s Wonderland, Canada
Orion – Kings Island, OH

Formula Rossa – Ferrari World, United Arab Emirates

Formula Rossa Launched Roller Coaster. Ferrari World. — BSIP/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

The Formula Rossa roller coaster is the fastest in the world, reaching a blistering speed of 149 mph. With a design inspired by the iconic Italian race track, it offers an exhilarating rush that every coaster enthusiast craves.

Kingda Ka – Six Flags Great Adventure, New Jersey

Riders reach the summit of the 'Kingda Ka' roller coaster — STAN HONDA/AFP via Getty Images

Kingda Ka is not only the tallest roller coaster in the world but also the fastest in North America, launching riders to a height of 456 feet at a blistering speed of 128 mph.

Top Thrill Dragster – Cedar Point, Ohio

The Top Thrill Dragster, a strata coaster themed to drag racing, takes riders to a height of 420 feet at 120 mph. This historic ride is undergoing renovations and is expected to return in 2024 with an exciting new design.

Red Force – PortAventura World, Spain

A car about to go up red force — Courtesy of Porta Adventure

The Red Force roller coaster, located in PortAventura’s Ferrari Land, delivers an adrenaline rush as it reaches speeds of 112 mph, making it the tallest and fastest coaster in Europe.

Superman: Escape From Krypton – Six Flags Magic Mountain, California

Visitors ride the Superman: Escape from Krypton roller coaster — Patrick T. Fallon/Bloomberg via Getty Images

This coaster, themed after the Man of Steel, is the only reverse freefall coaster worldwide. It propels riders to 100 mph and features a dramatic drop from a 415-foot tower, providing an exhilarating experience.

Millennium Force – Cedar Point, Ohio

Known as the “Roller Coaster Capital of the World” — Courtesy of Cedar Point

Cedar Point is known for its iconic rides, including Millennium Force, which was the world’s first giga coaster, achieving speeds of 93 mph and breaking several records during its initial launch.

Intimidator 305 – Kings Dominion, Virginia

Wide shot of cars going down Intimidator 305 — Courtesy of Kings Dominion

The Intimidator 305 offers three intense turns and six airtime humps, reaching 90 mph, making it a thrilling tribute to racing legend Dale Earnhardt.

Fury 325 – Carowinds, North Carolina

Wide shot of roller coaster — Courtesy of Carowinds Amusement Park

Fury 325, reaching speeds of 95 mph, is the longest steel roller coaster in the U.S. with thrilling drops and fast-paced curves.

Steel Dragon 2000 – Nagashima Resort, Japan

View of the large roller coaster of Steel Dragon — Paul Gerrard/Getty Images

With 8,133 feet of track, Steel Dragon 2000 is the longest roller coaster in the world, achieving a top speed of 95 mph. This ride is a must for thrill-seekers everywhere.

Steel Vengeance – Cedar Point, Ohio

A roller coaster filled with people twisting down the track — Courtesy of Cedar Point

Steel Vengeance is the longest hybrid coaster in the world, breaking 10 records upon its opening. With a speed of 74 mph, it remains a favorite among thrill-seekers.

Leviathan – Canada’s Wonderland, Canada

A car full of people going down the track of Leviathan — Courtesy of Canada’s Wonderland

Leviathan is the tallest and fastest coaster in Canada, launching riders at speeds of 92 mph, delivering an exhilarating experience with steep curves and drops.

Goliath – Six Flags Great America, Illinois

Steel coated, bendable tracks are one of the key elements in making the new Goliath coaster under construction at Six Flags Great American in Gurnee, IL — Stacey Westcott/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images

As its name implies, Goliath is a massive wooden coaster, featuring a 3,100-foot track that drops 180 feet at 72 mph, making it one of the fastest wooden coasters in existence.

Yukon Striker – Canada’s Wonderland, Canada

Wide shot of Yukon Striker — Courtesy of Canada’s Wonderland

The Yukon Striker, towering at 245 feet and plummeting at a heart-stopping 80 mph, is the tallest, longest, and fastest dive coaster in the world, ensuring riders are in for a terrifying yet exhilarating challenge.

Orion – Kings Island, Ohio

Aerial view of a car going down the steep drop of Orion — Courtesy of King’s Island

Orion, which opened in 2020, features 5,321 feet of track with a significant 300-foot drop, achieving a maximum speed of 91 mph, positioning it as Kings Island’s premier roller coaster.