7 Wonders vs Ticket to Ride
Side by side comparison of two top board games
7 Wonders
⭐ 7.8# 45💰 $40👤 2-7
7 Wonders is a card drafting game where players build ancient civilizations by constructing Wonders of the World. Each player manages a civilization through three ages, choosing cards that provide resources, military strength, scientific advances, or civic structures. The game supports up to 7 players and plays quickly.
AncientCard GameCivilization
Ticket to Ride
⭐ 7.4# 258💰 $45👤 2-5
Ticket to Ride is a railway-themed strategy game where players collect train cards to claim railway routes across North America. Players compete to connect cities and complete destination tickets for points. The game is easy to learn but offers strategic depth through route planning and blocking opponents.
TrainsTransportation
Specification Comparison
| Spec | 7 Wonders | Ticket to Ride |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 45 ✓ | 258 |
| Rating | 7.8 ✓ | 7.4 |
| Year Published | 2010 | 2004 ✓ |
| Price | 40 ✓ | 45 |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 7 ✓ | 5 |
| Play Time (min) | 30 ✓ | 60 |
| Min Age | 10 | 8 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 2.33 ✓ | 1.87 |
7 Wonders wins in 6 categories, Ticket to Ride wins in 2 categories.
7 Wonders — Time Estimates
2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
7-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session60 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Ticket to Ride — Time Estimates
2-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
5-Player Game60 min
Full table experience
Learning Session75 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
7 Wonders
Categories
AncientCard GameCivilization
Mechanics
Card DraftingHand ManagementOpen DraftingSet CollectionSimultaneous Action SelectionVariable Player Powers
Ticket to Ride
Categories
TrainsTransportation
Mechanics
Card DraftingConnectionsHand ManagementNetwork and Route BuildingOpen DraftingSet Collection
Rating Comparison
7 Wonders7.8
Ticket to Ride7.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, 7 Wonders or Ticket to Ride?
7 Wonders has a rating of 7.8, while Ticket to Ride has 7.4. 7 Wonders is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, 7 Wonders or Ticket to Ride?
7 Wonders costs approximately $40 and Ticket to Ride costs approximately $45. 7 Wonders is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, 7 Wonders or Ticket to Ride?
7 Wonders supports 2-7 players and Ticket to Ride supports 2-5 players. 7 Wonders supports more players.
Is 7 Wonders or Ticket to Ride more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, 7 Wonders has a complexity weight of 2.33 and Ticket to Ride has 1.87. 7 Wonders is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, 7 Wonders or Ticket to Ride?
7 Wonders takes about 30 minutes to play, while Ticket to Ride takes about 60 minutes. 7 Wonders is the quicker game.