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Telephone: (630) 467-1102

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America's Best Train, Toy & Hobby Shop

"The Small Box Store, With The Big Box Selection"

About Us

America's Best Train, Toy & Hobby Shop is the area's leading model train retailer serving Barrington, Glen Ellyn, Itasca, Wheaton and surrounding areas since 1992. We sell model trains and train parts, model paint, toys, puzzles and much more. For all your model train needs and toy needs, visit America's Best Train, Toy & Hobby Shop in Itasca.

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Services include:

Train Repair
Children's Toys

Our Brands include:

Humbrol Acrylic and Enamel Paint
Tru-Color Paint
True North
Revell Paint - Enamel and Acrylic
Vallejo Model Air
Vallejo Model Color
Vallejo Panzer Aces
Vallejo Weathering
Lionel
LGB
Athearn
Kato
Micro-Trains
Bachmann
Plasticville
Atlas
Carrera
Scalextric
JTT
Woodland Scenics
Penetrex
Kalmbach
BRIO
LEGO
Playmobil
Bruder
Breyer
Callico Critters
Thomas The Tank Engine
Thomas & Friends
Thomas
Chugginton
Polar Express
Testers
Hornby
Model Master
Tamiya
Revell
Monogram
Airfix
Badger Model Flex Paint
Valejo
MTH
Mikes Train House
Wow Toys
Tolo
Thomas Track Master
Thomas Take N Play
Thomas Wood
Vinatge Play Mobie
Lego Star wars
Lego City
Mig Ammo Paint
Saddles
Ravensburger
Walters
Roundhouse
Excelle
Randomhouse
Kurt Adler
Santas World
Daron
Hot Wings
Sky Marks
Piko
Peco
Faller
Midwest Products
Plastruct
Evergreen
Model Power
Nano Block
American Flyer
Safari Ltd.
Schleich
K&S
Pola
Squadron
Noch
Brawa
Erector
Steel Works
AMT
Hasegawa
Guillows
Gayla
Scene-O-Rama
Pine Car
Monster Models
King Kong

Our Products include:

Trains
Train Parts, Tracks and Wire
Scenery
O, G, N, HO, S, Z and O27 Gauge
Train DVDs
Buildings
Model Trains
Model Train Paint
Scratchbuilding Supplies
Glue
Toys
Slot and Model Cars
Gliders
Kites
Pine Wood Derby
Puzzles
Magazines
Memorabilia
Party Supplies
Clothing and Apparel
King Kong
AK Interactive Paint
Mission Models Paint
Halloween Trains
Halloween Horses
*Premier Kites now in stock

Testimonials

On 8/13/2025 Mike had this to say:
This place is phenomenal! The selection is incredible and the gentleman behind the counter is very knowledgeable…..and patient with all the questions that I had. Prices are very reasonable too! Testimonial written by Mike on this site.

On 8/6/2025 Glenn Pritchard had this to say:
A classic hobby shop! Lots of trains (all scales), toys and other fun stuff. Definitely stop by!

On 4/18/2025 Salvador had this to say:
(Translated by Google) Great variety of scale trains and materials to make models! (Original) Gran variedad de trenes a escala y materiales para hacer maquetas!

On 3/22/2025 Alex Gerdow had this to say:
Great place, lots of selection on paints, trains of all scales and model kits! Plus a wide variety of toys. Very knowledgeable staff.

On 3/6/2025 Richie Beck had this to say:
I go for the model trains in which the have a nice selection of n scale which is what I'm into. I believe they also have HO and O scale. They other side of the store has a lot of cool older Lego sets and playmobile and those fancy horse dolls

Contact Us

America's Best Train, Toy & Hobby Shop
865 Maplewood Dr. Itasca, IL 60143
Phone: (630) 467-1102
Email: americasbesttrain@yahoo.com

Between Holiday Inn and the Itasca Post Office

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Checks, American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, Debit Cards, NFC Mobile Payments

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

News

🚂 Back to School • Labor Day • End of Summer SALE! ☀️📚 Gear up for the school year and send off summer in style! Whether you're heading back to class or enjoying the last days of summer fun, we've got something for everyone:
- All model kits 20% off
- All science & nature kits 40% off
- BRIO Trains 20% off
- Breyer horses 40% off
- Play Mobile 20% off
- Thomas Train 20% off
- Lego 20% off
- Bruder Trucks 30% off
- Games and puzzles 20% off

And if you are buying for Toys for Tots, now is the time to stop on in and get the most bang for your buck!