How many players is Ride the Rails?

Ride the Rails plays with 3–5 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does Ride the Rails take to play?

A game of Ride the Rails takes 45–60 min, at medium-light complexity (2.3/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Ride the Rails any good?

Ride the Rails rates 7.4/10 from 807 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a economic / trains game built around hexagon grid, network and route building, pick-up and deliver.

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Ride the Rails (2020)

3–5 players · 45–60 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.4 on BGG

Players: 3–5
Play time: 45–60 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 7.4/10

Best for 3–5 players aged 12+ who like economic games — medium-light complexity, plays in 45–60 min.

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About Ride the Rails

Iron Rail #2: Cruise Across America in Style.

Economic Trains Transportation

Mechanics: Hexagon Grid, Network and Route Building, Pick-up and Deliver, Stock Holding, Turn Order: Stat-Based · Designer: John Bohrer

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Ride the Rails FAQ

How many players is Ride the Rails?: Ride the Rails plays with 3–5 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Ride the Rails take to play?: A game of Ride the Rails takes 45–60 min, at medium-light complexity (2.3/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Ride the Rails any good?: Ride the Rails rates 7.4/10 from 807 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a economic / trains game built around hexagon grid, network and route building, pick-up and deliver.