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Railways of the World (2005)

2–6 players · 120 min · age 10+ · ★ 7.7 on BGG

Players
2–6
Play time
120 min
Age
10+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
7.7/10

Best for 2–6 players aged 10+ who like trains games — medium complexity, plays in 120 min.

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Railways of the World board game box cover

About Railways of the World

Build rails, race to deliver scarce goods, and fulfill your Rail Baron's secret goal.

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TrainsTransportationVideo Game Theme

Mechanics: Action Points, Card Drafting, Connections, End Game Bonuses, Hexagon Grid, Income · Designer: Glenn Drover, Martin Wallace

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P · 6P

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Railways of the World FAQ

How many players is Railways of the World?
Railways of the World plays with 2–6 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Railways of the World take to play?
A game of Railways of the World takes 120 min, at medium complexity (3.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Railways of the World any good?
Railways of the World rates 7.7/10 from 11,114 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a trains / transportation game built around action points, card drafting, connections.