Ticket to Ride vs Patchwork
Side by side comparison of two top board games
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
Patchwork
⭐ 7.6# 131💰 $25👤 2-2
Patchwork is a two-player abstract game about creating a quilt. Players take turns acquiring fabric patches and placing them on their personal boards. The game is simple but strategic, requiring careful resource management and spatial planning. Each patch costs buttons (currency) and time, creating a tight puzzle.
Abstract StrategyPuzzle
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Ticket to Ride | Patchwork |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 258 | 131 ✓ |
| Rating | 7.4 | 7.6 ✓ |
| Year Published | 2004 ✓ | 2014 |
| Price | 45 | 25 ✓ |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 5 ✓ | 2 |
| Play Time (min) | 60 | 30 ✓ |
| Min Age | 8 | 8 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 1.87 ✓ | 1.64 |
Ticket to Ride wins in 3 categories, Patchwork wins in 4 categories.
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)
Patchwork — Time Estimates
2-Player Game15 min
Quick session with a smaller group
2-Player Game30 min
Full table experience
Learning Session53 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Ticket to Ride
Categories
TrainsTransportation
Mechanics
Card DraftingConnectionsHand ManagementNetwork and Route BuildingOpen DraftingSet Collection
Patchwork
Categories
Abstract StrategyPuzzle
Mechanics
Grid MovementIncomePattern BuildingTile PlacementTurn Order: Time Track
Rating Comparison
Ticket to Ride7.4
Patchwork7.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Ticket to Ride or Patchwork?
Ticket to Ride has a rating of 7.4, while Patchwork has 7.6. Patchwork is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Ticket to Ride or Patchwork?
Ticket to Ride costs approximately $45 and Patchwork costs approximately $25. Patchwork is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Ticket to Ride or Patchwork?
Ticket to Ride supports 2-5 players and Patchwork supports 2-2 players. Ticket to Ride supports more players.
Is Ticket to Ride or Patchwork more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Ticket to Ride has a complexity weight of 1.87 and Patchwork has 1.64. Ticket to Ride is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Ticket to Ride or Patchwork?
Ticket to Ride takes about 60 minutes to play, while Patchwork takes about 30 minutes. Patchwork is the quicker game.