Free Trains Games on Steam
Steam currently has 974 Trains games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Trains game rankings were last updated on 12/31/2025.
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1. OpenTTD
OpenTTD is a business simulation game in which players earn money by transporting passengers and cargo via road, rail, water, and air. It is an open-source remake and expansion of the 1995 Chris Sawyer video game Transport Tycoon Deluxe.
OpenTTD holds the #1 spot for "best free Trains game on Steam" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,492 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,909 positive reviews and 583 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play OpenTTD on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Resonance Solstice
Resonance is a unique real-time trading RPG that combines real-time card battles with train simulation. As a COLUMBA conductor, you’ll travel the continent, rebuild and reconnect a fractured world.
Resonance Solstice has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 249 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 161 positive reviews and 88 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Resonance Solstice on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/30/2025 |
| Developer | GAMEDUCHY, LTD |
| Publisher | Ujoy Games Limited |
| Steam App Id | 3882350 |
3. Frostrain
Be the last train conductor roaming the postapocalyptic frozen world! Expand, strengthen, and build synergies on your train. The promised land beyond the toxic zone awaits you and your passengers.
Frostrain has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,608 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,426 positive reviews and 182 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Frostrain on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/11/2024 |
| Franchise | Jungle Game Lab |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Jungle Game Lab |
| Steam App Id | 2735630 |
4. Simutrans
Simutrans is a freeware and open-source transportation simulator. Your goal is to establish a successful transport company. Transport passengers, mail and goods by rail, road, ship, and even air. Interconnect districts, cities, public buildings, industries and tourist attractions.
Simutrans has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 647 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 492 positive reviews and 155 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 5/24/2016 |
| Developer | The Simutrans Team |
| Publisher | The Simutrans Team |
| Steam App Id | 434520 |
5. Resonance Solstice
Resonance Solstice is a train simulation adventure RPG that combines real-time card battles with business simulation. Players take on the role of a train conductor onboard the train rented from COLUMBA and run through the continent to reconnect cities and regions to save the world from crisis.
Resonance Solstice has achieved a Player Score of 35, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13 positive reviews and 34 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
6. Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue
Take control of a Soviet locomotive and embark on a dangerous journey along the world's longest railway line. Face mafia rivals, bandits, wild animals, constant breakdowns, severe frosts, hunger, and... a hangover. How far will you get before your supplies run out?
Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,082 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 980 positive reviews and 102 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/23/2024 |
| Developer | Pentacle |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2248950 |
7. Pandemic Express - Zombie Escape
In Pandemic Express - Zombie Escape, a group of humans try to outrun a player-controlled swarm of infected. Everyone spawns in a train station until one is randomly infected and needs to turn fleeing survivors into zombies. Survivors try to escape by train.
Pandemic Express - Zombie Escape has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,500 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,671 positive reviews and 1,829 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Pandemic Express - Zombie Escape on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/27/2019 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | tinyBuild |
| Steam App Id | 939510 |
8. On Track
On Track is a cozy productivity tracker to help you rejuvenate, relax, and focus on tasks you want to accomplish. Watch a lush landscape roll by as you watch from your cozy train seat. Set a timer to focus, manage a todo list with all your goals, and relax as you stay on track.
On Track has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 155 positive reviews and 8 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play On Track on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/31/2024 |
| Franchise | GIGATANK3000 |
| Developer | GIGATANK 3000 |
| Publisher | GIGATANK 3000 |
| Steam App Id | 2836290 |
9. Just War Trains
Just War Trains is an online shooter where players control heavily armored trains, engaging in intense battles against an opponent. The objective is to outgun the opposing train with precise shooting. You can play with up to 24 people in WAR TRAINS!
Just War Trains has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 158 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 141 positive reviews and 17 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 9/4/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | The Reef Production Co. |
| Steam App Id | 3154950 |
10. Rail Route: The Story of Jozic
In “The Story of Jozic” a free stand alone expansion from the developers behind Rail Route you will take on the role of an apprentice train dispatcher in the bustling city of Prague - design, construct and automate your own railway network in real time!
Rail Route: The Story of Jozic has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 131 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 121 positive reviews and 10 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 6/21/2022 |
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| Steam App Id | 1896900 |
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| 366 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 87 | 10/30/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 1/11/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 22 | 5/24/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8 | 8/21/2025 | 35 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 1/23/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 9/27/2019 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 7/31/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 9/4/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 6/21/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 5/27/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 11/29/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 5/31/2025 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/9/2021 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/16/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/4/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/3/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/13/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/31/2021 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/29/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 31). OpenTTD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 25). Resonance Solstice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 25). Frostrain on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Simutrans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 30). Resonance Solstice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 13). Pandemic Express - Zombie Escape on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 14). On Track on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 25). Just War Trains on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). Rail Route: The Story of Jozic on Steam. Steam Store.