Nickelodeon Universe at American Dream · Operating · 2019
Bikini Bottom Crosstown Express
Rocking tug · Family · Zamperla
Photo: American Dream / Nickelodeon Universe · Official park media
A Zamperla rocking tug themed to SpongeBob's Bikini Bottom bus route — gentle pitch and sway for family riders.
At a glance
Key facts for Bikini Bottom Crosstown Express.
Type
Spin, drop & swing
Status
Operating
Subtype
Rocking tug
Opened
2019
Manufacturer
Zamperla
Land
Park
Specifications
Sourced stats for Bikini Bottom Crosstown Express.
Ride profile
Spin, drop & swing · Rocking tug
- family
- rocking-tug
- spongebob
Experience
Rocking tug
Built by Zamperla
Spec sheet
Min height
3'6"
Specs source: americandream.com
History
Sourced timeline and background for Bikini Bottom Crosstown Express.
Timeline
2019
Bikini Bottom Crosstown Express opens
Background
Bikini Bottom Crosstown Express opened in October 2019 as American Dream's SpongeBob rocking tug — a Zamperla boat that pitches back and forth on a short arc.
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Sources & official links
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- Bikini Bottom Crosstown Express — official ride pageamericandream.com(opens in a new tab)
- Nickelodeon Universe at American Dream — official siteamericandream.com(opens in a new tab)
- Nickelodeon Universe at American Dream on Coaster AtlasPark page
- Full Nickelodeon Universe at American Dream rosterCoasters and other rides
- Hero photo (American Dream / Nickelodeon Universe · Official park media)Image license & attribution(opens in a new tab)
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