North East Trains is a collectibles store in Peabody, Massachusetts, in business for over 30 years. It features a great selection for new or vintage trains, models, and kits, including Lionel, Mike's Train House, and many others in O to HO scale, new and used. The store also carries die-cast, thousands of model kits including wooden ships and aircraft, hobby supplies, RC cars, boats, and slot cars. It is described as a great train store with everything for trains and more, from buildings and terrain to rails and rolling stock. Prices are noted as fair and reasonable, and it is a good place to get used stuff. The staff are described as very courteous, knowledgeable, and expert, always willing to answer questions. Customers can use the online shopping cart or call to place orders, ask questions, or inquire about layaways and gift certificates.
A treasure trove of model train shenanigans. Ranging from new in box, to in need of a good home, and everything in between. The quite helpful man running the joint is decently kind as well.
January 2026
The owner is so sweet, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful! I couldn’t figure out how to operate my son’s train because it had been stashed away for almost 20 years without any instructions. He had me bring it in and he showed me exactly what to do. He gave additional tips on how to clean it, so it ran smoother. We’ll... read full comment
November 2025
Nice owners, knowledgeable, selection of military planes and tanks, and a wide selection of trains (duh). Feels tight though.
