We will be CLOSED until further notice afterwards.
Hello Everyone,
Many of you know the issues we've been having with this property and lease and unfortunately at this point we are going to have to close, at least for the time being. We simply could not find a suitable location in the time we had. We'll be keeping most of the fixtures in case we're able to find another space but a few things we may be open to offers on.
Closing isn't something we wanted to do, but at this point, we simply don't have a choice. That said, this is not the end of Fred's Train Shop. We're still actively searching for a new location, though it will likely be smaller. Rising costs now made worse by tariffs have caused spending to slow, especially on O gauge and vintage items. More and more, customers are turning to large online vendors who can sell at lower prices because they buy in bulk. I completely understand, but it means we no longer need the space to stock such a large inventory. Whatever new space we find, it likely won't be ready until after the holidays, though if the opportunity comes sooner, we'll do our best to reopen right away. In the meantime if you want to receive updates join our email list by emailing us your name and email or follow us on Facebook. I want to thank everyone for your support & friendships over the last 15 years and if the stars align we'll be seeing everyone in a different location down the line!
Our NEW 2025 15th Anniversary Boxcar is available! It is a 50' boxcar kit made by Accurail as pictured below. Limited to just 48 kits! Price is $34.98 so if you are interested in one please let us know!
FRED'S TRAIN SHOP
8909 SANTA FE DR
OVERLAND PARK, KS 66212
913-383-3500
info@fredstrainshop.com
Please NOTE : We DO NOT have a public restroom! No exceptions, sorry. There are several fast food and convenience stores within a couple blocks of the store if needed.
ABOUT US- Fred's Train Shop sells new, used and vintage trains in all scales from Z to G. Our brick & mortar storefront opened June 12, 2010 in historic downtown Overland Park, KS. In June 2017 we moved to a new larger space located 5 minutes from historic downtown Overland Park. Our new space is three times that of our old space at over 5000 square feet! We offer products from a wide variety of manufacturers as well as an extensive scenery line. In addition to our new products we also have a nice selection of vintage trains from Lionel postwar/prewar, American Flyer postwar/prewar, Marx, Marklin, LGB, various HO & N brands as well as railroad memorabilia like vintage timetables, ticket passes, books, tools, etc. and even some vintage toys & plastic models. We offer repair service for new & vintage trains in all scale Z through G. We also offer custom work, train layout consultation and restoration services through Mini-Things Scale Models listed below
DIRECTIONS
- From I-70 West or East - take 635 south to I-35 South. Go south to 87th St. Go east just over 1 mile. We're on the south side of the street. You can also take 435 South to 87th St then go east about 4 miles.
- From I-35 take 87th St. Go east just over 1 mile. We're on the north side of the street.
- From 435 South take 69 Hwy north to 87th St. Go east one mile. We're on the south side of the street.
ORDERING INFO- If you live outside the Kansas City area & would like to make a purchase please call for availability and shipping info. We do not offer on-line ordering due to frequently changing inventory from walk-in business. Payment can processed via credit/debit card over the phone.
Our NEW 2024 Christmas car is available! It is a 40' stock car kit made by Accurail as pictured below. Limited to just 48 kits! It has optional "Reindeer Transport" and "Gift Transport" placards for the doors and is in colors similar to Polar Express. Price is $34.98 so if you are interested in one please let us know!
We still have a few of our 2021, 2022 and 2023 HO Christmas car kits available. They are made by Accurail. 100% made in America! Limited to just 48 kits each!
2023 Christmas reefer is $36.98.
2022 Christmas hopper with snow load is $34.98.
2021 Christmas gondola with presents is $52.98, 2022 Christmas hopper with snow load is $34.98.
