Top 10 Fastest Cartoon Characters

From the vintage era of animation to contemporary times, speed has been a defining feature of many beloved cartoon characters. It's a testament to their quick thinking, their ability to get out of a jam, and, of course, their capacity to run at breakneck speeds, often against the laws of physics.

These speedsters, from the Roadrunner's maddeningly elusive maneuvers to the Flash's superhuman sprints, have not only made for great viewing but have also been integral to shaping the dynamics of the animated world.

1. Sonic the Hedgehog (Sonic the Hedgehog)

   

   Sonic the Hedgehog is the title character and protagonist of the video game series of the same name released by SEGA. He has since appeared in numerous spin-off comics, several television shows, an animated OVA, and a live-action movie trilogy. Known for his incredible speed and signature blue color... read more

   Sonic broke out of null space (basically the void) with no trouble, unlike Flash, who needs a lot of power and effort to travel between dimensions.

   I think Sonic will win against Flash because, in the comics, he ran so fast that he broke time and went to the future.

   I think Sonic is the fastest because he has rings to travel anywhere he wants. I like Sonic. By Eva The Hedgehog.

2. Flash (DC Comics)

   

   The Flash is the name of several superheroes featured in American comic books published by DC Comics. The most well-known version, Barry Allen, first appeared in Showcase #4 in October 1956 and was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. The character's primary power is super speed, achieved... read more

   Flash has an unlimited source of energy and speed in the pocket dimension known as the Speed Force, which he generates with every step. And that's just Barry Allen as the Flash, not to mention Wally West, who is currently the fastest Flash and one with the Speed Force.

   Why is he not number one? He's faster than Sonic by a million! He's almost at the speed of light. Meanwhile, Sonic is only at 700, which is lower than everyone on this list. Alexa also said so. Therefore, he's number one.

   He can literally go through the Speed Force. He could go faster than the speed of light times a thousand if he wanted to.

3. Road Runner (Looney Tunes)

   

   Very underrated. Once, he moved so fast he disappeared completely from the screen without a blur. That means he moved faster than the light from the sun could reflect off him.

   Definitely the fastest. He's so fast that he can easily make these other characters look like sloths compared to him.

   Have you seen this bird run? He ran faster than a rocket!

4. Speedy Gonzales (Looney Tunes)

   

   Speedy Gonzales is an animated cartoon character in the Warner Brothers Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series. He is known as The Fastest Mouse in all Mexico. Speedy wears a sombrero, white outfit, and red kerchief, and he often outsmarts his adversaries with his speed and cleverness.

5. Shadow (Sonic the Hedgehog)

   

   Shadow the Hedgehog is a character in the Sonic the Hedgehog video game series released by Sega. He is an artificially created black and red hedgehog with hover shoes that enable him to move at extreme speeds, rivaling those of Sonic.... read more

   His hover shoes allow him to go at super speed, and he can teleport using Chaos Control.

6. Burter (Dragon Ball Z)

   

   Burter is a fictional character from the anime and manga series Dragon Ball Z, created by Akira Toriyama. He is the tallest and physically strongest member of the Ginyu Force, an elite team of fighters who serve the villain Frieza. Burter is known for his incredible speed, often referring to himself... read more

7. Dyspo (Dragon Ball)

   

8. Hit (Dragon Ball)

   

   Hit is a fictional character in the anime and manga series Dragon Ball Super, created by Akira Toriyama. He is an assassin from Universe 6 and is recognized for his powerful time-skipping ability. He plays a major role in the Universe 6 versus Universe 7 tournament arc.

9. Tails the Fox (Sonic the Hedgehog)

   

   Miles "Tails" Prower is a fictional character in Sega's Sonic the Hedgehog series. He is Sonic's best friend and sidekick. Tails is known for his ability to fly using his two tails like a helicopter rotor.

   Tails can fly almost as fast as Sonic, flying just a little slower than him as shown in "Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog" in 1993.

10. Tasmanian Devil (Looney Tunes)

    
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    Sprig Plantar (Amphibia)

    

    Episode 19, Season 2, he beat Grime with his speed and small body.

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    Borsalino (One Piece)

    
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13. Whis (Dragon Ball)

    

    Whis is a fictional character in the anime and manga series Dragon Ball Super. He was created by Akira Toriyama and first appeared during the Battle of Gods saga. Whis serves as the attendant and martial arts teacher of Beerus, the God of Destruction, and is known for his calm demeanor and immense power... read more

14. Saitama (One Punch Man)

    

    Saitama is the main protagonist of the webcomic and anime series One Punch Man. Known for his ability to defeat any opponent with a single punch, he struggles with boredom due to his overwhelming strength. He is registered with the Hero Association as a C-Class hero and is responsible for protecting... read more

15. Quicksilver (Marvel Comics)

    

    Quicksilver is a fictional superhero appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in X-Men #4 in 1964. Quicksilver was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby and is known for his superhuman speed.

    Quicksilver is much faster in X-Men than in the Avengers. If you want to see how fast he is, look up "Quicksilver mansion scene, X-Men Apocalypse."

    Faster than anyone except Flash, Superman, Silver Surfer, and Reverse Flash.

16. Knuckles the Echidna (Sonic the Hedgehog)

    

    Knuckles the Echidna is a fictional character from Sega's Sonic the Hedgehog video game series. He is portrayed as a red, anthropomorphic echidna who is serious, determined, and loyal, though sometimes gullible.

    Knuckles possesses the ability to glide through the air, climb vertical surfaces,... read more

    He protects the Master Emerald. If someone takes it, he's bound to go fast to get it back.

17. Chuck (Angry Birds)

    

    Chuck is the deuteragonist of the Angry Birds video game series created by Rovio Entertainment. He was introduced in 2009 as a key member of the core flock of characters. Since his first appearance in the episode titled "Poached Eggs," Chuck has remained a prominent character in many of the series' installments... read more

    A yellow, triangular-shaped bird who can move incredibly fast, even slowing down time. He is arrogant, narcissistic, and sometimes dumb, with a hero complex. However, he does have the flock's best interests at heart.

    I choose him because, in The Angry Birds Movie 2, he slows down time, and in The Angry Birds Movie.

    He literally slowed down time three or four times and would easily beat Dash Parr in a race.

18. Fuli (The Lion Guard)

    

    Fuli is the tritagonist of the 2016 Disney Junior series The Lion Guard, a spin-off of The Lion King. She is a young cheetah, one of Kion's closest friends, and is known as the fastest member of the Lion Guard. Fuli is also the first and only female member of the team.... read more

    She's faster than an average cheetah.

    She should be higher than Sonic, I think.

19. Yoruichi Shihoin (Bleach)

    

    Yoruichi Shihoin is a fictional character in the Bleach manga series and its adaptations created by Tite Kubo. She is a former captain of the 2nd Division in the Gotei 13 and also the former commander of the Onmitsukidō. Known for her speed and transformation ability, she plays a key role in several... read more

20. Goku (Dragon Ball)

    

    Son Goku (Saiyan name Kakarrot) is the main protagonist of the Dragon Ball franchise created by Akira Toriyama in 1984. He possesses many powerful abilities, including super strength, ki control, flight, teleportation, super speed, enhanced reflexes, and Super Saiyan transformations that increase his... read more

21. Rainbow Dash (My Little Pony)

    

    Rainbow Dash is a female Pegasus pony from the animated television show My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, which premiered in 2010. She represents the Element of Loyalty and is one of the six main characters featured in the series.... read more

    Rainbow Dash is sick! She is supersonic fast, not to mention her Sonic Rainboom.

22. Raiden (Mortal Kombat)

23. Hiei (YuYu Hakusho)

    

24. Wile E. Coyote (Looney Tunes)

    

    Wile E. Coyote is a character from the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series of cartoons. He is best known for his persistent but unsuccessful attempts to capture the Road Runner. These attempts often involve elaborate traps and devices that usually backfire on him in humorous ways.

    In real life, coyotes are faster. Roadrunners can run up to 20 miles per hour, while coyotes can reach up to 43 miles per hour, making roadrunners easy prey. But it's a cartoon, so screw logic!

25. Godspeed (DC Comics)

    

26. Isaac Netero (Hunter x Hunter)

    

27. Dr. Robotnik/Eggman (Sonic the Hedgehog)

    

    Doctor Ivo "Eggman" Robotnik is a fictional character created by Naoto Ohshima for Sega's Sonic the Hedgehog series. He serves as the primary antagonist, often clashing with Sonic in his quest for world domination. Eggman is depicted as a brilliant but mad scientist who leads the Eggman Empire and creates... read more