Free Trains Games on Steam
Steam currently has 663 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 11/25/2024.
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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 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,128 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,617 positive reviews and 511 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 597 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 450 positive reviews and 147 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 |
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 2,122 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,986 positive reviews and 136 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 | 1/11/2024 |
| Developer | STEWDIO |
| Publisher | Jungle Game Lab |
| Steam App Id | 2735630 |
4. Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue
Get behind the controls of a classic Russian locomotive and see if wild animals, bad people, strong frosts and a constantly breaking locomotive is able to stop you. Try to survive on the longest railway line in the world!
Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 910 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 832 positive reviews and 78 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 | 1/23/2024 |
| Developer | Pentacle |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2248950 |
5. 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 84, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 85 positive reviews and 4 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 | 7/31/2024 |
| Franchise | GIGATANK3000 |
| Developer | GIGATANK 3000 |
| Publisher | GIGATANK 3000 |
| Steam App Id | 2836290 |
6. Mini Settlers: Prologue
Mini Settlers: Prologue is a free version of Mini Settlers. In this minimalist city builder, settle islands, construct cities, and design efficient logistic networks to fulfill your buildings' needs and fuel population growth to adventure into new worlds.
Mini Settlers: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 698 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 622 positive reviews and 76 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 | 4/30/2024 |
| Franchise | Goblinz Publishing |
| Developer | Knight Owl Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2788870 |
7. 4Prot
4Prot is an interactive prototyping laboratory that allows you to create virtual spaces for students and professionals to creatively build different types of prototypes. The free version of 4Prot allows you to save 2 projects with 100 blocks each.
4Prot has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18 positive reviews and 13 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
8. Train Station Renovation - First Job
Welcome to the prologue to Train Station Renovation. This is where you will learn and teach how to renovate these small and the largest train stations in the world.
Train Station Renovation - First Job has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 859 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 741 positive reviews and 118 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 Train Station Renovation - First Job on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/21/2020 |
| Franchise | Live Motion Games |
| Developer | Live Motion Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1281080 |
9. SimRail - The Railway Simulator: Prologue
SimRail - The Railway Simulator Prologue presents the full range of possibilities of the newest and best simulator of the work of train driver. Take on the challenge and take the controls of a freight or passenger train!
SimRail - The Railway Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,168 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 947 positive reviews and 221 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 SimRail - The Railway Simulator: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/16/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 1803190 |
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 116 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 108 positive reviews and 8 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 |
More Free Trains Games
Explore even more rankings for the 28 best free Trains games available on Steam.
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| 322 | 4/1/2021 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 5/24/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 1/11/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 1/23/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 7/31/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 4/30/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 8/9/2021 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 4/21/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 12/16/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 6/21/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/27/2019 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/21/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/29/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/14/2021 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/31/2021 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/29/2023 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/29/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/6/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/24/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/3/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 25). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 25). OpenTTD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Simutrans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 15). Frostrain on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 4). Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 7). On Track on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 18). Mini Settlers: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 11). 4Prot on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 28). Train Station Renovation - First Job on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 24). SimRail - The Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 29). Rail Route: The Story of Jozic on Steam. Steam Store.