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Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator

Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator

4561-1·Trains·1999·9 minifigs·169 parts

Used Avg
$199.34
New Avg
$410.00
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About Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator

Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator (4561-1) is a LEGO Trains set released in 1999, currently averaging $199.34 used on BrickLink. It comes with 9 minifigures worth a combined $21.04. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 169 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 11% of this set's value ($21.04 out of $199.34). The bulk of the value is in the parts or the set being complete. Sell it as a complete set if possible.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $410.00 vs $199.34 used — a 106% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
  • This is a vintage set (1999). Condition of the box and instructions significantly affects value. A complete set with original box and instructions can sell for well above the average.

Minifigures in Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator (9)

Bank - Green Legs, Brown Male Hair
Bank - Green Legs, Brown Male Hair
bnk001$1.83
Extreme Team - Green, Green Legs, Brown Ponytail Hair
Extreme Team - Green, Green Legs, Brown Ponytail Hair
ext016$1.53
Jogging Suit, White Legs, Red Cap
Jogging Suit, White Legs, Red Cap
trn016$1.45
Jacket Brown - Blue Legs, White Cap
Jacket Brown - Blue Legs, White Cap
trn022$1.65
Suit with 2 Pockets White - Dark Gray Legs, Black Male Hair
Suit with 2 Pockets White - Dark Gray Legs, Black Male Hair
trn032$1.74
Red Vest and Zipper - Dark Gray Legs, Black Male Hair
Red Vest and Zipper - Dark Gray Legs, Black Male Hair
trn052$2.71
Railway Employee 5, Dark Gray Legs, Black Hat
Railway Employee 5, Dark Gray Legs, Black Hat
trn059$3.50
Railway Employee 6
Railway Employee 6
trn062$4.00
Railway Employee 7
Railway Employee 7
trn063$2.62

Parts (169)

Minifigure, Utensil Hose Nozzle Simple with 13L Green String
Minifigure, Utensil Hose Nozzle Simple with 13L Green String
Green
Minifigure, Utensil Goblet
Minifigure, Utensil Goblet
Trans-Clear×3
Glass for Hinge Car Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ridges
Glass for Hinge Car Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof with Ridges
Trans-Dark Blue
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4 Sunroof
Black
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 3 - Solid Studs
Trans-Light Blue×16
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
White×2
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Yellow
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Red
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Black×6
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Chrome Silver×10
Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Black×4
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
White×4
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Yellow×4
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Red×4
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Green×4
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Blue×2
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Black×7
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
White×3
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Red×2
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4
Black×2
Vehicle, Base 4 x 7 x 2/3
Vehicle, Base 4 x 7 x 2/3
Red
Vehicle, Base 4 x 7 x 2/3
Vehicle, Base 4 x 7 x 2/3
Black
Brick 2 x 6
Brick 2 x 6
Black
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Pin
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Pin
Red
Brick 1 x 16
Brick 1 x 16
White×4
Brick 1 x 16
Brick 1 x 16
Blue×4
Brick 1 x 16
Brick 1 x 16
Black
String Reel 2 x 2 Holder
String Reel 2 x 2 Holder
Black
String Reel 2 x 2 Drum
String Reel 2 x 2 Drum
Light Gray
Baseplate, Raised Platform 16 x 16 x 2 1/3 Ramp
Baseplate, Raised Platform 16 x 16 x 2 1/3 Ramp
Dark Gray
Technic, Pin with Short Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin with Short Friction Ridges
Black×13
Train, Track 9V Straight
Train, Track 9V Straight
Dark Gray×2
Train, Track 9V Curve
Train, Track 9V Curve
Dark Gray×16
Electric, Train Speed Regulator 9V
Electric, Train Speed Regulator 9V
Black
Train Motor 9V Decorative Side with Closed Hub Points
Train Motor 9V Decorative Side with Closed Hub Points
Black×2
Hinge Train Gate 2 x 4
Hinge Train Gate 2 x 4
White×2
Slope 45 2 x 6 x 2/3
Slope 45 2 x 6 x 2/3
White×12
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Yellow×4
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Red×5
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Green×4
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Blue×24
Train Wheel RC, Holder with Black Train Wheel Pair on Chrome Silver Metal Axle with Slots (2878 / 2879c01)
Train Wheel RC, Holder with Black Train Wheel Pair on Chrome Silver Metal Axle with Slots (2878 / 2879c01)
Black×8
Electric, Train Light Prism 1 x 4
Electric, Train Light Prism 1 x 4
Trans-Yellow
Train Coupling
Train Coupling
Black×6
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
White×12
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Yellow×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Red×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Blue×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Black×2
Train Base 6 x 34 Split-Level with Bottom Tubes and Hole at Each End
Train Base 6 x 34 Split-Level with Bottom Tubes and Hole at Each End
Black×2
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
Red
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
Blue×6
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
Black×2
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
Red
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
White
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Yellow
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Red×4
Brick 1 x 2 with Red Digital '3.09' on Black Rectangle, Octan Logo Pattern
Brick 1 x 2 with Red Digital '3.09' on Black Rectangle, Octan Logo Pattern
White
Brick 1 x 2 with Green TV Screen and Red, Blue, and Black Buttons Pattern
Brick 1 x 2 with Green TV Screen and Red, Blue, and Black Buttons Pattern
White
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
Trans-Red×12
Brick 1 x 8
Brick 1 x 8
Black×5
Minifigure, Utensil Camera Handheld Style with Compact Bar Handle
Minifigure, Utensil Camera Handheld Style with Compact Bar Handle
Black
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Blue×2
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Black
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
White×2
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Red×2
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Green×2
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Blue×4
Brick 1 x 4 with Silver Car Headlights, Orange Signal Lights, Black Grille with White Triangle in Oval Logo Pattern
Brick 1 x 4 with Silver Car Headlights, Orange Signal Lights, Black Grille with White Triangle in Oval Logo Pattern
Black
Windscreen 1 x 4 x 1 1/3 with Bottom Hinge
Windscreen 1 x 4 x 1 1/3 with Bottom Hinge
Trans-Clear×2
Minifigure, Utensil Binoculars Town
Minifigure, Utensil Binoculars Town
Black
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
White×10
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Black×10
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Red×2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
White×7
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Black×5
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
White×6
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Red×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Blue×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Trans-Neon Green×5
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
Trans-Red×3
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
Trans-Yellow×7
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
White×4
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
Black×2
Plate 6 x 8
Plate 6 x 8
Black×2
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Black, Green, and Red Buttons and '15.00' Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Black, Green, and Red Buttons and '15.00' Pattern
White
Tile 2 x 2 with Keyboard and Red '0:19' Pattern
Tile 2 x 2 with Keyboard and Red '0:19' Pattern
White
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
White×10
Tile 1 x 2 with Blue Lines and Red Square Pattern (Mail Envelope with Stamp)
Tile 1 x 2 with Blue Lines and Red Square Pattern (Mail Envelope with Stamp)
White×2
Tile 1 x 2 with Black Tape Reels Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Black Tape Reels Pattern
Light Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Computer Keyboard Simple Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Computer Keyboard Simple Pattern
White×2
Tile 1 x 2 with Digital Clock with '12:01' / '10:21' on Black Background Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Digital Clock with '12:01' / '10:21' on Black Background Pattern
White
Tile 1 x 2 with Currency / Money, 100 Bill / Note Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Currency / Money, 100 Bill / Note Pattern
Green×2
Tile 1 x 1
Tile 1 x 1
Trans-Red×2
Tile 1 x 1
Tile 1 x 1
Trans-Yellow×15
Fence 1 x 4 x 2 Lattice
Fence 1 x 4 x 2 Lattice
Red×2
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Angled #6 - 90 degrees
Technic, Axle and Pin Connector Angled #6 - 90 degrees
Black
Wedge, Plate 4 x 6 Cut Corners
Wedge, Plate 4 x 6 Cut Corners
White
Slope 45 6 x 4 Double
Slope 45 6 x 4 Double
White×9
Wedge 6 x 8 Cutout
Wedge 6 x 8 Cutout
Blue
Train Base 6 x 14 with Inverted Sloped Front
Train Base 6 x 14 with Inverted Sloped Front
Black
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
White×8
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
Yellow×2
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
Black×2
Brick 1 x 3 with Radio and Tape Player Pattern
Brick 1 x 3 with Radio and Tape Player Pattern
White
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Black×2
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
White×2
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Blue×4
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
White×8
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Black×6
Technic, Axle 1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole
Technic, Axle 1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole
Light Gray
Vehicle, Mudguard 2 x 4 with Arch Studded
Vehicle, Mudguard 2 x 4 with Arch Studded
Yellow×2
Vehicle, Mudguard 2 x 4 with Arch Studded
Vehicle, Mudguard 2 x 4 with Arch Studded
Red×2
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Red×6
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2
Trans-Light Blue
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Light Gray×3
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Top
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Top
Yellow
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Top
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Top
Red
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Top
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Top
Blue
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Top
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Top
Black
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Base
Yellow
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Base
Red
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Base
Blue
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Base
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 Swivel Base
Black
Plate 2 x 10
Plate 2 x 10
White×4
Plate 2 x 10
Plate 2 x 10
Black
Minifigure, Utensil Signal Paddle
Minifigure, Utensil Signal Paddle
White
Train Buffer Beam
Train Buffer Beam
Black×5
Train Bogie Plate (Tile, Modified 6 x 4 with 5mm Pin)
Train Bogie Plate (Tile, Modified 6 x 4 with 5mm Pin)
Black×4
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Trans-Red×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Trans-Green×2
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Red×7
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Blue×4
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Black×2
Tile, Round 2 x 2 with Pizza Pattern
Tile, Round 2 x 2 with Pizza Pattern
Yellow×3
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
Black×16
Vehicle, Base 4 x 5
Vehicle, Base 4 x 5
Green×2
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Trans-Light Blue×25
Slope 33 3 x 1
Slope 33 3 x 1
Red×2
Slope 33 3 x 1
Slope 33 3 x 1
Blue×14
Minifigure, Utensil Briefcase / Suitcase
Minifigure, Utensil Briefcase / Suitcase
White
Minifigure, Utensil Briefcase / Suitcase
Minifigure, Utensil Briefcase / Suitcase
Brown
Minifigure, Utensil Briefcase / Suitcase
Minifigure, Utensil Briefcase / Suitcase
Light Gray
Minifigure, Utensil Briefcase / Suitcase
Minifigure, Utensil Briefcase / Suitcase
Black
Plate 1 x 10
Plate 1 x 10
White×2
Sticker Sheet for Set 4561 - (72645/4118679)
Sticker Sheet for Set 4561 - (72645/4118679)
(Not Applicable)
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
Light Gray×2
Wheel 8mm D. x 6mm with Black Tire 15mm D. x 6mm Offset Tread Small (4624 / 3641)
Wheel 8mm D. x 6mm with Black Tire 15mm D. x 6mm Offset Tread Small (4624 / 3641)
White×12
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
White×2
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
Hinge Tile 1 x 4
Black×3
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Hollow Studs
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Hollow Studs
Trans-Light Blue×4
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Hollow Studs with Hamburger, Pizza, Fries, and Sausages Pattern
Panel 1 x 2 x 2 - Hollow Studs with Hamburger, Pizza, Fries, and Sausages Pattern
White×2
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Red×4
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Black×4
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point
Chrome Silver
Electric, Train Track Contacts with Wire and 2 x 2 x 2/3 Brick
Electric, Train Track Contacts with Wire and 2 x 2 x 2/3 Brick
Dark Gray
Windscreen 8 x 6 x 3 Wedge
Windscreen 8 x 6 x 3 Wedge
Trans-Light Blue
Electric, Train Motor 9V with Wheels
Electric, Train Motor 9V with Wheels
Black
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
White×2
Electric, Light Brick 1 x 2 with Lamp on Side (6034 / 6035)
Electric, Light Brick 1 x 2 with Lamp on Side (6034 / 6035)
White
Brick 1 x 10
Brick 1 x 10
Black×4
Bar 1 x 3 with 2 Stud Receptacles (Radio Handle / Telephone Handset)
Bar 1 x 3 with 2 Stud Receptacles (Radio Handle / Telephone Handset)
White
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Wheel, 6 on Sprue
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Wheel, 6 on Sprue
Dark Gray
Technic, Brick 1 x 1 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 1 with Hole
Blue×16
Tile 1 x 6
Tile 1 x 6
White×4
Electric, Train Speed Regulator 9V Power Adapter 120V (North America, SAN TAI Version)
Electric, Train Speed Regulator 9V Power Adapter 120V (North America, SAN TAI Version)
Black
Magnet Cylindrical
Magnet Cylindrical
Black×6
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L without Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L without Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
White×3
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L without Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
Technic, Pin Connector Round 2L without Slot (Pin Joiner Round)
Red×3

Common questions about Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator

How much is LEGO Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator (4561-1) worth?

Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator sells for an average of $199.34 used and $410.00 new/sealed on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness — missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 4561-1?

This set includes 9 minifigures: Bank - Green Legs, Brown Male Hair ($1.83), Extreme Team - Green, Green Legs, Brown Ponytail Hair ($1.53), Jogging Suit, White Legs, Red Cap ($1.45), Jacket Brown - Blue Legs, White Cap ($1.65), plus 5 more. The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $21.04. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator?

The minifigures make up about 11% of the set value ($21.04 out of $199.34). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.

Is LEGO Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator (4561-1) retired?

Yes, Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator was released in 1999 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms. At its current price point, it has appreciated since retirement.

How do I check if my Railway Express with Transformer and Speed Regulator set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 9 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.

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