Best Build Train Apps & Games

246+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating

18 free apps & games

Updated October 2026

If you already know Brick Train Game, this is the deeper bench. 246+ build train apps and games for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of October 2026.

Compare top Build Train Apps & Games (October 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Brick Train Game:Kid & Toddler	Free	4.6★ (2.5K)	No	Yes	Oct 2026
2	Build A Train	$2.99	4.7★ (69)	No	No	Aug 2026
3	Build A Train 2	$2.99	3.8★ (24)	No	No	Aug 2026
4	Train Build & Craft	Free	3.8★ (23)	No	No	May 2026
5	Train Sim	Free	4.5★ (6.2K)	Yes	Yes	Oct 2026
6	Labo Christmas Train:Kids Game	Free	4.6★ (317)	No	Yes	Oct 2026
7	Train Simulator & Maker Games	Free	3.7★ (825)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
8	Modern Railroad Train Driver	Free	—	Yes	No	May 2026

Top Picks for Build Train

#1

Brick Train Game:Kid & Toddler by Labo Lado Co., Ltd.

Build,Sim,Race Steam & Diesel

Editor's Choice

4.6😊(2.5K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This app allows children to build and race their own brick trains. Choose from over 60 templates or design unique locomotives with various parts and colors. Embark on exciting railway adventures and share creations with others.

What We Love

👍 Simple and fun train building
🚂 Great for train enthusiasts
🎨 Unlimited creativity
🎉 Good for kids 3-5 years old

Room to Improve

💰 Paid content required for full experience
🔒 Locked features behind paywall
🚧 Limited customization options in free version
🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches

#2

Build A Train by Playtend Apps LLP

Strong Contender

4.7😊(69 ratings)

$2.99

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Design and operate your own virtual train set. Choose engines and cars, then drive your creation through various environments, controlling switches and speed. Unlock new levels and enjoy a mess-free train experience.

What We Love

👨‍👧‍👦 Excellent for young children and toddlers
🎮 Intuitive and easy-to-use controls
🚂 Engaging train-building mechanics
🎨 Good graphics and visual design
🧠 Educational value for problem-solving and planning
🎵 Great music and sound effects
⏱️ Keeps children entertained for extended periods
🎯 Appropriate difficulty level for target age group
🔄 Multiple maps and layouts to unlock
💾 Longevity - children return to play repeatedly
🎪 Interactive elements (cars, helicopters, boats)
📱 Works well on both iPhone and iPad

Room to Improve

🐛 Crashes on older iOS versions
🔊 Sound issues after updates
😑 Limited content depth for older children
🔁 Becomes repetitive and boring quickly
💰 Not worth the paid price point
📉 Updates sometimes delete player progress
⚙️ Technical issues with new versions
🎮 Lacks challenging gameplay mechanics
🚂 Limited train variety and customization

#3

Build A Train 2 by Playtend Apps LLP

Worth Considering

3.8(24 ratings)

$2.99

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Design custom trains and build your own maps to drive them on. This sequel allows kids to create unique engines and cars, then explore their creations. Future content updates are included free.

More Build Train apps to explore

Train Build & Craft

Train Build & Craft

Train Build & Craft

Assemble & builder factory

Design, assemble, and customize your own unique trains in a virtual factory. Choose parts, colors, and decorations before embarking on exciting train rides.

Design and assemble unique trainsMultiple train parts collectionsEasy step-by-step instructions

Drive 80+ Trains

Experience realistic train simulation with over 70 historical and modern trains in stunning 3D. Drive, pick up passengers, carry freight, and explore diverse environments. Build custom terrains and enjoy features like 3D cab interiors and train derailments.

Realistic 3D graphics60+ 3D train types40+ train car types

free with in-app purchases

Labo Christmas Train:Kids Game

Labo Christmas Train:Kids Game

Labo Christmas Train:Kids Game

Build&Race Xmas Steam Engines

This app allows children to design and build their own trains using digital bricks and parts. They can then race their creations on virtual railways, reinforcing STEM concepts through play. It's a creative and educational digital toy for young engineers.

Build custom trains with digital bricksChoose from 60+ classic locomotive templatesRace trains on virtual railways

free with in-app purchases

Train Simulator & Maker Games

Train Simulator & Maker Games

Train Simulator & Maker Games

Fun Sim Game: Build, Drive Car

Design, build, and test your own custom trains with a wide variety of parts. This app offers a fun and educational experience, enhancing spatial reasoning and mechanical understanding through creative train crafting.

Build custom trains with various partsTest trains on a 2D test trackKid-friendly interface

free with in-app purchases

Modern Railroad Train Driver

Modern Railroad Train Driver

Modern Railroad Train Driver

Train Station Builder Games

Train Simulator PRO USA

Train Simulator PRO USA

Train Simulator PRO USA

Rail tycoon simulation

Experience a realistic train simulation with a vast USA map, diverse train cars, and authentic stations. Drive locomotives, manage freight, and become a railway tycoon in this open-world game.

Vast USA mapDiverse train cars and cargoRealistic locomotives

free with in-app purchases

Train Station 2: Railroad Sim

Train Station 2: Railroad Sim

Train Station 2: Railroad Sim

Play Train Simulator & Tycoon

Build a global railway empire by collecting and upgrading real-life trains. Fulfill contracts, develop your station, and compete with other players to become the ultimate train tycoon. Explore new regions and participate in regular events.

Collect and upgrade real-life trainsBuild and develop your railway stationComplete challenging contracts

free with in-app purchases

Build & Decor Train Simulator

Build & Decor Train Simulator

Build & Decor Train Simulator

Train Builder & Craft Games

Build and drive your own trains in a virtual world. This game lets kids customize locomotives and tracks, offering matching activities to spark imagination. Enjoy exciting railway adventures, transporting passengers and goods.

Customize locomotives and tracksVirtual building environmentTransport passengers and goods

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Construction Station for boy 3

This educational game allows children to build and manage their own train stations and railroads. Kids can learn about train components, construction stages, and passenger services while developing fine motor skills and logic.

Build railroad tracks and stationsManage passengers and luggageLearn about train types and mechanics

free with in-app purchases

Build A Train Lite

Build A Train Lite

Build A Train Lite

by Playtend Apps LLP

Design and drive your own virtual trains in a city or on a full map. Customize engines and cars, control speed and switches, and pick up cargo. Features include night mode and the ability to import custom designs.

Select and customize engine and car stylesDrag-to-reorder car functionalityDrive train in city environment

free with in-app purchases

Cargo Train Station 3D

Cargo Train Station 3D

Cargo Train Station 3D

Build the best station ever!

Build and manage the ultimate cargo train station. Construct railways, earn money, hire staff, and expand your business to become a railroad tycoon. This simulation game lets you develop the best station globally.

Build cargo train stationsConstruct railwaysEarn money

Build A Train 2 Lite

Build A Train 2 Lite

Build A Train 2 Lite

by Playtend Apps LLP

Design custom trains and maps, then drive them on your creations. This game allows kids to mix and match train parts, choose colors, and build unique landscapes. Unlock new elements through gameplay for endless train adventures.

Customize train engines and cars64 color options for trainsMap builder with terrain and track design

free with in-app purchases

Train Simulator: Railroad Game

Train Simulator: Railroad Game

Train Simulator: Railroad Game

Pocket trains driver sim in 2D

Become a train driver in this 2D simulator, delivering cargo and revitalizing regional economies. Upgrade your locomotives, manage infrastructure, and explore diverse landscapes. Experience realistic train gameplay with dynamic weather.

Cargo delivery and economic managementTrain upgrades and modificationsDiverse game world exploration

free with in-app purchases

Build Method Training

Build Method Training

Build Method Training

Fitness programs and workouts

💪 Health & Fitness

Train Station 3: Rail Tycoon

Train Station 3: Rail Tycoon

Train Station 3: Rail Tycoon

Railway Empire Strategy Sim

Manage and expand your railway empire through historical eras. Transport cargo, develop regions, and unlock realistic train models from steam engines to high-speed trains. Fulfill your dream of becoming a train tycoon.

Progress through historical erasManage realistic train modelsTransport cargo and develop regions

free with in-app purchases

Daily Focus: Read & Train

Daily Focus: Read & Train

Daily Focus: Read & Train

Build focus, one day at a time

Train your focus with daily short stories. The app challenges you to read without interruption, rewarding longer streaks with progressively longer texts. Build a simple habit for a stronger attention span.

Daily new storiesSpeed reading blockersFocus streak tracking

📊 Productivity

Railroad Empire: Train Game

Railroad Empire: Train Game

Railroad Empire: Train Game

Upgrade trains & build railway

Build a sprawling railroad empire across America, managing resources, developing cities, and collecting legendary locomotives. Experience historical challenges and work with famous figures to shape the nation's industrial revolution.

Build railroad empireDevelop cities and factoriesCollect legendary locomotives

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Build Train

What are the best build train apps & games for iPhone?

Brick Train Game:Kid & Toddler tops our build train apps & games ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 2.5K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free build train apps & games for iPhone?

Yes — 18 of the top build train apps & games we rank are free to download, including Brick Train Game:Kid & Toddler and Train Build & Craft.

Does Brick Train Game:Kid & Toddler have ads or in-app purchases?

Brick Train Game:Kid & Toddler has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.

How many build train apps & games are on the App Store?

We track 246+ build train apps & games on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.