Train Games & Train Simulators
Our train games page is organized in three sections. First, train simulator add-ons and downloads. Second, 60+ free online (Flash) train games. Third, links to 100+ websites offering train simulators & railroad games.
 Evan Designs - Software for creating realistic model train scenery in any scale; inexpensively create your own custom buildings, window treatments, road signs, and more |
| RailDriver - Drive your train simulator with realistic throttle, brake, reverser and switches. Works with Train Simulator 2020 (RailWorks), Trainz, Microsoft Train Simulator and computer driven DCC systems. |
Popular Train Simulators with Free Downloads, Add-ons & Resources at RailServe.com
BVE Trainsim & openBVE - Free Japanese train driving game, now with hundreds of routes worldwide
Microsoft Train Simulator (MSTS) - Easy-to-use train simulator with thousands of free add-ons
Train Simulator 2020 & RailWorks - Free routes, mods, and rolling stock for the Rail Simulator series
Trainz Railroad Simulator - Series of train simulators from 2004 through 2019 with many fan sites
Free Online Train Games (Flash Required)
Build The Bridge - Drag and drop objects to construct railroad bridges in this 24-level free train game
ChooChoo - Drive a train to objectives while fending off enemy attacks
ChooChoo Puzzles - Free puzzle game requires one to move obstacles to reach a destination
Coal Express - Load and drive a train in this game of timing and skill
Coal Express 2 - This sequel features new levels, new goods, and even more train driving challenges
Coal Express 3 - The third in the series focuses on train driving and upgrades
Coal Express 4 - The fourth in the series features upgrades such as speed, acceleration, and balance
Coal Express 5 - The latest in this series features even more new trains and routes
Crazy Train - Steer a train and pick up cars in this simple puzzle game
Delivery Steam Train - Safely operate a train without crashing or spilling cargo
Derailed - Rotate track tiles to safely guide a train in this free Flash game
Dora Train Express - Drive as fast as possible without crashing your train
Dynamite Train - Place dynamite to destroy railroad bridges and stop enemy trains
Epic Rail - Guide trains to their designated stations in this free game
Epic Trains - Build railroads and place trains to connect towns and industries
Express Way - Control signals to allow trains to safely cross intersections
Gem Mania - Lead a train through a maze while collecting all available gems
Gemstone Tycoon - Control crossing trains to prevent them from crashing in this free Flash game
Ghost Train Ride - Run a rollercoaster and scare your passengers without derailing
Gogo Train - Guide trains through obstacles in this online puzzle game
Goods Train - Safely drive your train through rough terrain without spilling cargo
Joe's Minor Adventure - Control a mining cart and avoid obstacles in this arcade-style game
Mini Train - Free game requires the laws of physics to safely get a train to its destination
Must Escape The Subway - Find a way to escape a locked subway train
Mystery Rail Train - Escape from a wrecked subway by exploring objects around you
Off The Rails - Operate a handcar and avoid obstacles in this free Flash game
Off World Express - Build and operate a transportation system for distant colonies in this strategy game
Paper Train - Control railway switches and signals to avoid crashing trains
Paper Train Level Pack - 15 new levels for the popular train game
Park My Train - Pick up railcars and route trains to their destinations in this free train game
Polar Express - Maneuver a train through a maze of switches to collect cars & passengers
Polar Express Ticket Chase - Run the length of a train while avoiding dangerous obstacles
Rail of Death 2 - Shoot enemies, jump over obstacles, upgrade your train, and escape from a mining tunnel
Rail of Death 3 - This sequel adds acceleration, braking, and other new challenges
Rail of War Extended - Arm a train for battle with new locomotives, wagons, and weapons to meet the objectives of each mission
Rail Pioneer - Clear a right-of-way and build track to take your train to its destination
Rail Rush - Safely guide a mine cart while collecting gold, similar to popular mobile game Subway Surfers
Railroad Journey - Collect treasure from your train while avoiding obstacles
Railroad Mania - Build railroad tracks to route your train in this free online puzzle game
Railroad Rampage - Take back your train from the outlaws in this online shooter
Railroad Ruckus - Safely guide passengers to their trains in this free arcade-style train game
Railroad Shunting Puzzle - Switch railcars and route trains to their proper destinations
Railroad Shunting Puzzle 2 - Sequel with 57 more free levels
Railroad Train Rush - Safely guide a train along a rollercoaster without crashing or dropping cargo
Railway Engineer - Build tracks and direct a toy train to its destination
Railway Man - Control signals to allow trains to safely cross through 12 levels of increasing difficulty
Railway Robot's Road Trip - Route a robot and collect points for completing each mission
Railway to Heaven - Escape a cage before a train arrives in this free strategy game
Railway Valley - Train game similar to Railroad Tycoon where you build track to connect stations and industries
Railz! - Move tiles on a board to complete loops of railroad tracks in this free puzzle game
RealRailway.com - Free Japanese train driving simulators with online (Flash) and download versions
Rollercoaster Creator - Build rollercoaster tracks that safely thrill your riders
Rollercoaster Creator 2 - Free rollercoaster game adds 30 more levels
Rollercoaster Revolution - Drive a rollercoaster and thrill your riders in this free online game
Runaway Minetrain - Route a mine train through 26 levels of obstacles
Run-Away Train - Avoid obstacles while speeding an aerial train to its destination
Skywire - Safely guide a cablecar past obstacles in this free online train game
Switchman - Throw switches to guide trains from entry to exit in this simple puzzle game
Switchman 2 - This sequel offers more levels of train switching puzzles
Ten Seconds - Control switches to guide trains from entry to exit in 10 seconds or less
Ticketless - Run from the conductor in this free side-scroller, with new obstacles at each difficulty
Train Controller - Receive orders, pickup cargo, and complete deliveries in this puzzle game
Train Escape - Jump from train to train to flee the police in this free arcade-style game
Train Mania - Drive a train over hills without crashing or spilling cargo
Train Maze - Turn switches to guide trains from entry to exit in this simple puzzle game
Train Raiders - Shoot enemies to protect your train from attack through 30 levels of increasing difficulty
Train Stare - Find objects hidden within train paintings in this online puzzle game
Train Traffic Control - Control switches and signals to route trains while avoiding collisions
Trains! - Pick up railcars and route your train to its destination
Trolleez - Safely guide loaded mine cars in this free online train game
Unstoppable Train - Safely route a runaway train through cities and obstacles
Viaduct Designer - Construct sturdy railroad bridges that allow trains to safely cross
West Train - Guide a train to objectives while avoiding enemies in this free puzzle game
West Train 2 - This sequel adds more free levels
Zombie Train - Defend your train from zombie attacks using a variety of weapons
Links to Other Train Games, Train Simulators, Railroad Board Games & Game Downloads
1830 Railroads & Robber Barons - Free turn-based computer game where the aim is to become the most successful railroad builder, based on Avalon Hill's board game of the same name (note: this game may be played on modern Windows & Macintosh computers using the free DOSBox emulator)
A-Train - Popular railroad simulation game published by Maxis in 1992, now available for free (note: this game may be played on modern Windows & Macintosh computers using the free DOSBox emulator)
A-Train 9 (The Train Giant) - Official site for the latest in a series of rail, transit, and urban development games from Artdink in Japan (site in Japanese only), available for purchase on Amazon.com
Amazon.com App Store - Dozens of train games for your Android mobile device
Andy's Trains - Shunting puzzle game for the iPad with 36 different track layouts
BAHN - Shareware train and streetcar simulator for Windows
BAHN Railway Simulations - Hints, tips, and layouts for the BAHN train and tram simulator, including content for American and European transit fans
BAHN Train Simulator Layouts - Dozens of free layouts for the BAHN simulator with an emphasis on past and present NYC subways plus transit systems in other USA and European cities
BenbeSoft - Hungarian train simulator for free download
Blackwater Station - Information about the range of board games and railroad games collectively known as 18xx
Centralized Traffic Control (CTC) Simulator - Direct train traffic through one of several territories (free demo available for Windows PCs)
Challenge Products - Railroad simulation programs for sale including RRSwitch Railroad Switching Challenge, Freight Train Railroad Operations Challenge, and Trolley Time Challenge
Cities in Motion - PC game in which you build and manage a city's public transportation infrastructure including trams, metros, and buses (original game plus addons on sale at Amazon.com)
Cities in Motion Exchange (CiMX) - Forums, maps, mods, and tutorials for the popular city transportation sim
Cities in Motion 2 - Sequel to the popular mass transit simulator adds multiplayer mode, day/night cycles, larger maps, new vehicles, and dynamic cities that grow based on their transit network (download at Amazon.com)
Crayon Rail Fanatics - Shareware computer version of Mayfair's Empire Builder series of railroad board games
EEP3 Virtual Railroad - Build and operate railroads in this European train simulator for Windows
Evan Designs - Software for creating realistic model railroad scenery in any scale
Freight Yard Manager - Free 2D rail yard simulation for Windows with cooperative team play
Goofy's Railroad Express - Match shapes and colors while Mickey Mouse and Goofy lead a train in this Disney game from 1988, now available for free download (note: this game may be played on modern Windows & Macintosh computers using the free DOSBox emulator)
googol-Choo-Choo 3D - Japanese 3D model railroad simulator, available for download as shareware
Hmmsim 2 - Train simulator for iOS supports the use of BVE Trainsim routes
iRunTrains - 3D model railroad simulation application for Macintosh, with free demo for download
Last Express, The - Real-time mystery adventure game for the PC set on a moving train
Lionel Battle Train - War game featuring Lionel trains, for the iPad 2 and newer
Loco Mania - Logic and strategy game in which one controls switches and signals to guide trains to their destinations
Loco Mogul - Railroad strategy game for Windows is a cross between Oasis and Railroad Tycoon
Locomotion - PC strategy game with railroads, trucks, buses, airplanes, and ships; designed by Chris Sawyer of Transport Tycoon & RollerCoaster Tycoon fame, published by Atari, available for purchase on Amazon.com
Locomotion - Manage railroad switches to quickly route trains to matching stations in this free PC puzzle game (note: this game may be played on modern Windows & Macintosh computers using the free DOSBox emulator)
LocSim: Locomotive Simulation Program - Realistic train locomotive simulator, including calculation of running time and energy consumption; demo version available for download
LokSim - German freeware cabview train simulator for Windows from with numerous add-ons available
MaSzyna EU07-424 - Free realistic train driving simulator includes various types of locomotives with characteristics based on actual electrical motors, resistor networks, gearing, and air brake systems; available in Polish only
Mechanik - Freeware Polish cabview train simulator for Windows
Microsoft Train Simulator (MSTS) - RailServe.com's MSTS site, featuring more than 1,400 free train simulator add-ons, game links, and more
Mini Metro - Build a subway system to keep up with increasing traffic demands
MM Railway Screen Saver - Shareware screensaver with more than 2000 pictures and 200 train types from steam to electric
Nancy Drew: Last Train to Blue Moon Canyon - PC mystery game set on a haunted train (buy at Amazon.com)
New York City Subway Signalling and Interlocking Simulator - Free application for modern versions of Microsoft Windows that recreates the experience of controlling switches, signals, and trains in the NYC Subway system
North American Railroad Map for Windows - Contains geographic data for the entire North American railroad network, with a free demo version available
Open Rails - Free open source train simulator that can read Microsoft Train Simulator (MSTS) routes, activities, consists, and train sets
openBVE - Open source train simulator intended to be compatible with routes and trains developed for Boso View Express (BVE)
OpenTTD - Free open source clone of the Microprose game Transport Tycoon Deluxe adds significant enhancements to the original including Internet multiplayer mode
Owen's Transport Tycoon Station - Tutorials, tips, saved games, scenarios, music and more for Transport Tycoon
PC-Rail - Free railway signaling and operating simulations used for hobby or industry training
Rail Baron Fanatics - RB Player is a shareware implementation of Avalon Hill's Rail Baron board game
Rail Cargo Simulator - Run trains and complete orders in ten unique railroad yards
Rail3d - Free railway simulator for Windows, allowing one to construct routes and follow prototype rail practices
RailDriver - Train cab controllers for Microsoft Train Simulator (MSTS), Trainz, Train Simulator 2020 (RailWorks), and other railroad simulators
Railroad Empire - 1989 predecessor to the popular A-Train simulates railroad construction and operation, now available for free download (note: this game may be played on modern Windows & Macintosh computers using the free DOSBox emulator)
Railroad Pioneer - Build and operate a railroad in ten unique campaigns, similar to Railroad Tycoon
Railroad Tycoon - Sid Meier's railroad simulator that inspired many sequels, first published in 1990 and now available for free download
Railroad Tycoon Deluxe - Enhancement to the original Railroad Tycoon includes new graphics and sound, published in 1993 and now available for free download
Railroad Tycoon 2 Platinum - Sequel to the classic railroad strategy game, including expansion pack The Second Century, available for download through Steam
Railroad Tycoon 2 Map Archive & Guides - Dozens of free RRT2 maps plus tutorials and guides
Railroad Tycoon 3 - The 2003 version of the classic railroad game series, including multiplayer support
Railroad Tycoon 3 Map Archive & Guide - Hundreds of free RRT3 maps plus detailed handbook and FAQ
Railroad Tycoon - The Terminal - 500+ maps for Railroad Tycoon 2 (RRT2) & Railroad Tycoon 3 (RRT3)
Rails Across America - Rail strategy game similar to Railroad Tycoon, published by Strategy First for Windows
Railway Operation Simulator - Freeware Windows program allows one to design, build, and operate their own railway with a dispatcher's controls
Railway Station Master - Train dispatching game features three maps and many diverse activities (free trial available for Windows PCs)
RealRailway.com - Free Japanese train driving games with 16 routes, available in online (Flash) and download (Windows/Mac) versions
Rule the Rail! & Iron Horses - Two train games from BrainBombers Group allow you to build and control a miniature world of toy trains, with free demos available
Run 8 Train Simulator - BNSF Mojave Sub simulator features accurate physics, CTC dispatching, and multiplayer support; available for download on Windows XP and later
SIAM Railway Simulations - Railway games for the PC including Traffic Control, Driver, and Signal Box
Sid Meier's Railroads! - Railroad strategy game by Sid Meier, creator of the original Railroad Tycoon, released in 2006 but still available for purchase on Amazon.com
SignalSoft Rail Consultancy - Accurate railway signaling (dispatcher) simulations for rail professionals and enthusiasts
SimSig - Free realistic British signalling simulation with nine locations available
Simulatore di Treno - Simple but realistic PC simulation of a Italian E444R electric locomotive with several routes
Simutrans - Freeware transport and economic simulation strategy game involving the transport of passengers, mail, and goods
SSI Model Railway Control System - Realistic British railway signaling simulator for Windows with Lenz DCC compatibility; free trial version available
Steam Engine Valve Gear on the Computer - Freeware valve gear simulation for Windows
Steam Locomotive Simulator - Simulates the thermodynamics of a steam locomotive, including the engine, boiler, and all major controls; free download includes more than 200 locomotives
Tayden Design - Makers of model railroad inventory, DCC, simulation, and screensaver software
Thomas The Tank Engine & Friends - Guide Thomas through puzzles by switching cargo and avoiding other trains in this 1992 children's game, now available for free download (note: this game may be played on modern Windows & Macintosh computers using the free DOSBox emulator)
Ticket to Ride - Online version of the cross-country train adventure board game
Train Director - Free CTC Simulation software inspired by Train Dispatcher, for Windows and Linux
Train Escape to Normandy - Train simulation and strategy game set in WWII, published in 1988 and now available for free download (note: this game may be played on modern Windows & Macintosh computers using the free DOSBox emulator)
Train Fever - Build and manage and railways in a dynamically simulated urban environment
Train Frontier Express - Train simulator for Xbox 360 with a focus on the fun of model railroad building
Train Hobby - Free train driving game for Windows with five routes including Nankai Main Line, Nankai Koya Line, JR Kyoto, and Hankyu Kyoto, available in Japanese only
Train-Puzzles.com - Free downloadable train jigsaw puzzles
TrainSim.Com - Discussion boards and downloads for Microsoft Train Simulator (MSTS), Railworks, Rail Simulator, Auran Trainz, World of Subways, and Boso View Express (BVE)
TrainStation - Develop a railroad empire in this free online social (Facebook) game
Transarctica - Strategy game involving the operation of a train and rail network, published in 1993 and now available for free download (note: this game may be played on modern Windows & Macintosh computers using the free DOSBox emulator)
Transport Simulation UK - Reviews of train simulators and transport strategy games
Transport Tycoon - Transportation simulator features rail, road, air, and ships; published in 1994 and now available for free download (note: this game may be played on modern Windows & Macintosh computers using the free DOSBox emulator)
Transport Tycoon Deluxe for Windows - Enhancement to the original Transport Tycoon includes new scenarios and graphics and adds Windows XP compatibility, now available for free download
Transport Tycoon Forums - Discussion boards for Transport Tycoon and Chris Sawyer's Locomotion
TTDPatch - Free gameplay-enhancing update to Transport Tycoon Deluxe including new vehicles, new graphics, larger stations, new signals, greater construction options, and more
V-Scaler - Column dedicated to the newcomer to virtual railroading and train games
V-trip - Game of virtual travel of European railways by collecting stamps at designated stations
World of Subways Vol 1: New York PATH Route - Subway simulator from TML Studios featuring all routes of the PATH system that links Newark, Jersey City, Hoboken, and Manhattan (New York City)
World of Subways Vol 2: U7 - Berlin - Subway simulator from TML Studios featuring the 20 miles and 40 stations of the U7 subway route in Berlin, Germany
World of Subways Vol 3: London Underground - Subway simulator from TML Studios featuring the 27 kilometers and 35 stations of the London Underground Circle Line
World of Subways Vol 4: New York 7 Line - Subway simulator from TML Studios featuring the NYC 7 Line between Manhattan and Flushing, Queens
ZDSimulator - Realistic train simulator with multiplayer support, developed for Ukrainian railroads and now offered worldwide with free demo available
Zusi - German train driving simulator for Windows, with free demo version available
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