# Railways Express

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2013
- **BGG Rating**: 4.9
- **BGG Rank**: #29952
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30-60 min
- **Weight**: 1.65 / 5
- **Designers**: Carey Grayson, Rick Soued, Sean Brown
- **Artists**: Carey Grayson, Han Zou, Sean Brown
- **Publishers**: Eagle-Gryphon Games
- **Categories**: Dice, Racing, Trains
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Network and Route Building

## Verdict
If you love trains, dice and fast races, Railways Express gives you all that in a 30‑60 minute package.Light, quick rulesStrategic re‑roll optionsColorful componentsHigh replay valueDice luck can dominateLimited depth for hardcore fansRECOMMENDED

## Description
Railways Express is a dice‑rolling race and railway‑building game that puts 2‑4 players in charge of linking cities across the USA, southern Canada and northern Mexico. Each player starts from a colored home city and, using two terrain dice and two track dice, lays track over plains, rivers and mountains. The dice results dictate how many segments of each type you may place, giving the feeling of a map that unfolds with every roll. Connecting two cities awards re‑roll cubes – and occasionally cards – that let you redo rolls or pick more favorable routes, adding a strategic layer to the dice chaos. The goal is straightforward: be the first to connect all four of your colored cities. Playtime ranges from 30 to 60 minutes, the rules are light (weight 1.65/5), and the game blends the thrill of a race with the tactics of network building. Components include a double‑sided board (US and adjacent areas), colored dice, re‑roll cubes, bonus cards and track pieces. Perfect for fans of quick games, train enthusiasts, or anyone who loves a good dice‑driven challenge, Railways Express offers accessible fun without sacrificing decision depth. If you enjoy watching your railway network grow each turn and competing to be the first to the finish, you’ll find this title very rewarding.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
2 to 4 players.

### How long does a game take?
Typically 30–60 minutes, depending on player count and familiarity.

### What is the game’s complexity?
Very light, with a BGG weight of 1.65/5, suitable for beginners and casual gamers.

### What components are included?
Double‑sided board, two terrain dice, two track dice, re‑roll cubes, bonus cards and colored track pieces.

### Who is the game best for?
Fans of trains, dice‑driven races, and families looking for a quick, fun session.