Build A Train Trailer
Available on the iPhone

Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Requires iOS 3.1.3 or later.

Build A Train

Version 3.0

Build A Train is the perfect virtual train set for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. Select the engine and coaches for your train, configure it as desired and then drive your train across 10 maps. Control the switches on the track to pick-up cargo and rack up points. Designed for kids, but fun for all ages.

  • Ranked as Top 10 Educational Game in the App Store
  • Named "New & Noteworthy & "What's Hot" by Apple
  • Includes full set of engines and train cars
  • 10 levels, plus bonus content
  • Free lite version also available

10 full maps to drive your train around.

Great bonus content for extra fun.

Dozens of engines & train cars.

My four year old plays it constantly. Most important, it helps kids learn to think ahead...The graphics are great too. Wish I could give this 10 stars.

- Parent review in the App Store

My three year old can NOT get enough of this app! ...If your child is even remotely into trains they will LOVE this app!

- Parent review in the App Store

I got this for my train-loving 3 year old and he loves it! He loves to build the trains and and fly the helicopter and my husband and I love trying to beat each other's scores! Great App!

- Parent review in the App Store

Fantastic updates! We bought this app before, and my three-year old son loved it, but my son loves it even more now! A definite for anyone interested in trains.

- Parent review in the App Store

My son loves it. We make memories each time we play.

- Parent review in the App Store
Where can I get support?

Check the FAQ here first, and if your question isn't answered, just email support@theguysinthebooth.com

How do I remove coaches once I've added them to my train?

Simply double-tap the coaches in your train while building it. If you want to remove trains while you're driving it, you need to return to the configuration section.

How do I control which direction the train goes?

Just tap the light near the switches on the track to change which way the train turns at a given switch.

What are you working on for the next update? When will it be released?

More trains and new maps. We're also considering adding Game Center integration. Let us know what else you'd like to see added to the app!

Because Kids Deserve Great Apps

In 2009 we started as a two-man shop, focused primarily on creating edutainment apps for kids. As our own kids began learning their ABC's and 123's from our apps, it reassured us that mobile devices would be crucial educational tools and that we wanted to play in the space.

In late 2011, after more than a dozen releases, we partnered with friend and former colleague Zara Gonzalez Hoang. Together we have collaborated on three apps featured on the homepage of the App Store, two apps featured by TUAW.com, earned an FWA Mobile award, and have had numerous top 10 apps.

But all of that pales in comparison to watching our own kids reach for an iPhone or iPad to grab one of our apps, learn, and have fun. It's the magic of that moment that we're hoping to extend to other parents and kids.

The Team

  • Zara Gonzalez Hoang

    Designer / Developer / Monster Doodler Twitter
  • Victor Johnson

    Designer / Developer / Father of 3 Twitter
  • Christopher Taylor

    Strategist / Developer / Father of 3 Twitter

iPhone Screenshots

iPad Screenshots

Build A Train 3.0

Released on 6/16/11
  • New: Five new maps added
  • New: 10 new trains added
  • New: Bonus content, including new helicopters, an airplane, a pirateship, a barge, a crane and driveable cars.
  • New: Additional sound fx, enhanced graphics and a bug fix.

Build A Train 2.0

Released on 3/15/11
  • New: Four new maps added
  • New: Bonus content added, including a helicopter.
  • New: Additional sound fx, including a horn and a bell.

Build A Train 1.0.1

Released on 11/15/10
  • Fixed: iPad Display bug.

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