Free Trains Games on Steam
Steam currently has 783 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 8/4/2025.
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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 14,726 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,163 positive reviews and 563 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. Train Driver 2
Polish railway simulator emphasizing multiplayer and realism. Become a train driver, operating faithfully recreated trains, or a dispatcher, managing traffic and signalling equipment at your post. Cooperate online, build stations in the editor, and join railway enthusiasts!
Train Driver 2 has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 356 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 204 positive reviews and 152 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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.
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 630 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 475 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,473 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,310 positive reviews and 163 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 |
5. Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue
Take control of a Soviet locomotive and battle wild animals, bandits, severe frost, and constant mechanical breakdowns as you cross the world’s longest railway. How far will you get?
Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,028 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 936 positive reviews and 92 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 |
6. The DeadLine
The last subway departs in a world overrun by zombies. At each station, gather materials, find better weapons, and fight off the undead. As you get closer to your family, the danger grows. Survive, upgrade, and make it to the final stop.
The DeadLine 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 84 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83 positive reviews and 1 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 | 7/25/2025 |
| Franchise | Jungle Game Lab |
| Developer | ROTTEN APPLE |
| Publisher | Jungle Game Lab |
| Steam App Id | 3827830 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 143 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 784 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 698 positive reviews and 86 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 Mini Settlers: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/30/2024 |
| Franchise | Goblinz Publishing |
| Developer | Knight Owl Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2788870 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 129 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 120 positive reviews and 9 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 |
10. 最后列车 - The Last Train
In a desolate wasteland on the brink of extinction, the last train sets off towards the surface, rumored to carry passengers in search of a place to survive. A creature named Eilf boards the train, determined to reach the vanished final destination—Spring.
最后列车 - The Last Train has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 367 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 359 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 最后列车 - The Last Train on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| 553 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 73 | 5/27/2025 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19 | 5/24/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15 | 1/11/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 1/23/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 7/25/2025 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 7/31/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 4/30/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 6/21/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 11/29/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/3/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/30/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/2/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/27/2020 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/27/2019 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/31/2021 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/21/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/4/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/9/2021 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/16/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 4). OpenTTD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 31). Train Driver 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 13). Simutrans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 18). Frostrain on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 24). Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 4). The DeadLine on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 4). On Track on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 2). Mini Settlers: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 3). Rail Route: The Story of Jozic on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 22). 最后列车 - The Last Train on Steam. Steam Store.