Free visual guide
Diagonal Butterfly Wooden Train Track Layout
Build the Diagonal Butterfly wooden train track layout with 36 pieces. This free guide includes an exact track list and 12 visual stages.
Finished build
See the whole diagonal butterfly first.
Two broad wings linked by a diagonal route through the center.
Gather the pieces
Gather 36 train track pieces.
Match the track shapes first. Exact fit can vary by brand, so compare each connection before building the full route.
| Piece | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Curved Switch Left | 3 |
| Large Curve 45 | 10 |
| Ascending Track 216 × 64 | 4 |
| Stackable Support Block 64 | 4 |
| Middle Straight 72 | 4 |
| Female-to-Female Adapter 54 | 2 |
| Male-to-Male Adapter 54 | 2 |
| Long Straight 216 | 5 |
| Short Straight 108 | 2 |
| Curved Merge Right | 1 |
| Medium Straight 144 | 1 |
| Female Buffer Stop 54 | 2 |
| Total | 36 |
Build together
Follow 12 connected stages.
Each picture keeps the route connected as it grows, so the family can see where the next track belongs.
- Stage 1
Add this junction and continue both connected routes.
- Stage 2
Add this junction and continue both connected routes.
- Stage 3
Add this raised section and its support blocks.
- Stage 4
Add this raised section and its support blocks.
- Stage 5
Extend the connected route with 3 straight tracks.
- Stage 6
Extend the connected route with 3 straight tracks.
- Stage 7
Add this raised section and its support blocks.
- Stage 8
Add this raised section and its support blocks.
- Stage 9
Continue the next bend with 3 curved tracks.
- Stage 10
Finish these sidings with their buffer stops.
- Stage 11
Add this junction and continue both connected routes.
- Stage 12
Close the final connection and check the complete route.
Continue in 3D
Inspect the whole railway in EverPieces.
The App adds a rotatable 3D layout, closer inspection of raised routes, private progress, and the complete layout library.
