Wooden Train Sets in Cars, RC, Drones & Trains

What age are wooden train sets suitable for?

Wooden train sets have many small parts that could be choking hazards, so they are recommended for kids ages 3 and up for safety reasons. The optimal age for a wooden train set is for kids ages 4 to 9.

Do wooden train sets come with tracks and trains?

Many wooden train sets include trains, tracks, and a play table. These larger sets usually replicate a city and come with multiple trains, train stations, bridges, and storage bins. However, there are also smaller sets that include just add-on tracks or add-on trains separately from the larger sets. There are also smaller, 50- to 75-piece sets designed to be played with on the floor.

Do wooden trains sets require batteries?

A traditional wooden train set does not require batteries since all of the trains are designed to be pushed. There are no electronics in most wooden train sets. However, some specialty or add-on trains may require batteries since they can run independently.