British Rails
- Players: 2–6 players
- Play time: 180 min
- BGG rating: 6.9
About British Rails
"British Rails is the game of railroad construction and operation across the narrow confines of the home of railroading, Great Britain. Build your railroads across the mountain-covered islands and haul freight to make your fortune!" -from rulebook The Great Britain rail building game, British Rails allows you build a mighty railroad empire by using your initial investment to build track from one population centre to another, then take a contract and pick up commodities where they may be located and deliver a profitable load to your destination. By completing more and more contracts you gain the funds you need to upgrade to larger, faster trains, and further expand your railroad empire to be able to reach more and further destinations. Design based on Empire Builder as part of the crayon rail games.
- Released
- 1984
- Designers
- Jim Griffin, Elaine Henninger, Joe Roznai, Barb Roznai
- Age
- 12+
- Best with
- 3 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play British Rails?
British Rails plays with 2–6 players.
What is the best player count for British Rails?
BoardGameGeek community voters say British Rails is best with 3 players (15 votes).
How long does British Rails take to play?
A game of British Rails takes 180 min.
What age is British Rails for?
The recommended minimum age for British Rails is 12+.
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