Disney Removes Single Rider Line From Expedition Everest

Overview

• Walt Disney World confirmed the Single Rider entrance at Expedition Everest will be removed, with the change taking effect September 21, 2026.
• Disney says the decision follows months of trials that group standby parties earlier in the queue so trains leave with fewer empty seats.
• The company reported those tests produced lower average standby wait times, and it cites that as the primary reason for ending the dedicated Single Rider route.
• Solo visitors and groups who split to use Single Rider will lose that shortcut and will need to rely on standard standby or Lightning Lane for repeat rides.
• The main open question is whether the pre-sorting process will scale during heavy crowds, so guests should watch posted wait times and My Disney Experience for signs of delays near the loading platform.