There are a number of randomized and lucky events that happen inStardew Valley.

That’s part of the reason the game is so fun and has players always returning to Pelican Town.

There’s (occasionally) gold in that there Quarry!

Stardew Valley farmer standing next to train surrounded by leprechaun shoes, gold ore, wood, stone, and coal

But this train isn’t just for show.

Where Does The Train Pass Through?

The first thing to know about the train is where the heck it is.

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In the Mountains, there is a rock wallbehind Robin’s Home and Shop.

This willopen up that wall, unblocking the path to the Spa.

When you first visit the Spa, you’ll noticethe train tracks that are behind it.

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What Does It Mean When A Train Is Passing Through?

This means a train is coming to the train station.

Another way to ensure you make it in time is touse aMountain Warp Totem.

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Or by carrying aFarm Warp Totem.

Why Do You Want To Catch The Train?

There are different types of trains and cars that pass through the Valley.

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Some of these don’t do much.

They take the shape ofenclosed or passenger cars.

Trains that have these carswon’t do anythingbut look nice as they pass by.

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However,train cars that are openwill have a chance todrop a variety of items from resources to clothing.

Leprechaun Shoes canonly be found when dropped by a train.

They can’t be purchased or tailored either.

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It’s always fun finding some treasure.

But where do you find artifact troves, and what should you do with them?

When Does The Train Show Up?

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There is no set time or schedulefor the trains that pass through Stardew Valley.

It’s a random event thatcan’t be triggered or forced.

For some players, they see trains often, while others go full years without one passing through.

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That is to say,don’t spend your days waiting by the tracks.

There’s no guarantee one will show up.

You’ll instead need towait until you’re notifiedthat it’s arrived.

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Is It Worth Catching The Train?

So having these random chances offree resources that don’t take away from your energy level is worth it.

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