Free Transportation Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,087 Transportation 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 Transportation game rankings were last updated on 1/27/2026.
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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 Transportation game on Steam" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,763 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,163 positive reviews and 600 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. Airline Manager
Create and manage your own airline. Create both passenger and cargo routes all over the world while you upgrade and expand your fleet of airplanes and airports. Airline Manager is among the most realistic of its genre - so prove yourself and beat your friends and other real life managers.
Airline Manager has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Transportation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,967 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,117 positive reviews and 850 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Airline Manager on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/23/2021 |
| Developer | Trophy Games |
| Publisher | Trophy Games |
| Steam App Id | 1641650 |
3. Truck World: Australia - First Haul
Become a truckie in the heart of Australia! Brave the scorching desert, conquer a sandstorm and support the local industry by delivering vital cargo across the continent’s treacherous terrain.
Truck World: Australia - First Haul has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Transportation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,312 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,763 positive reviews and 549 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Truck World: Australia - First Haul on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/3/2025 |
| Franchise | HypeTrain Digital |
| Developer | Truck World Studio |
| Publisher | HypeTrain Digital |
| Steam App Id | 3694620 |
4. Industry Idle
Industry Idle is an idle game that combines factory building, resource management and market trading. Design & build your base, expand & scale up your productions, improve & optimize your economy. Plus all the incremental game goodies: offline earnings, prestige to unlock more powerful upgrades.
Industry Idle has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Transportation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,427 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,109 positive reviews and 318 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Industry Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/13/2024 |
| Franchise | Fish Pond Studio |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Fish Pond Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1574000 |
5. Contraband Police: Prologue
Take over the duties of a border guard inspector in a communist country of the 80's. Smuggling, corruption and forgery are the order of the day here. Be vigilant and earn the respect of your superiors.
Contraband Police: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Transportation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,486 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,676 positive reviews and 810 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 Contraband Police: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/16/2021 |
| Developer | Crazy Rocks |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1396240 |
6. 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 55, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Transportation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 606 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 339 positive reviews and 267 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.
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Transportation 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 |
8. AirlineSim
Manage and grow your own virtual airline in this business simulation. Plan operations by acquiring aircraft and scheduling flights. Monitor finances using realistic tools as you cooperate and compete with other players on a real-time market and turn your company into a flourishing business.
AirlineSim has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Transportation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 96 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 79 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 | 6/11/2024 |
| Developer | simulogics |
| Publisher | simulogics |
| Steam App Id | 2715810 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Transportation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,096 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 991 positive reviews and 105 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Transportation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,264 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,022 positive reviews and 242 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 |
More Free Transportation Games
Explore even more rankings for the 56 best free Transportation games available on Steam.
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| 577 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 285 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 58 | 6/3/2025 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 56 | 9/13/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38 | 2/16/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 5/27/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28 | 5/24/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8 | 6/11/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 1/23/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 12/16/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 12/31/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 4/30/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 7/25/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 3/1/2017 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/29/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/10/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/14/2023 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/18/2019 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/20/2024 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/19/2018 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). OpenTTD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 23). Airline Manager on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 5). Truck World: Australia - First Haul on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 28). Industry Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Contraband Police: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). Train Driver 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Simutrans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 25). AirlineSim on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 3). SimRail - The Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.