Demystifying Free Self-Hosting with n8n on Railway

Demystifying Free Self-Hosting with n8n on Railway

January 07, 20262 min read

Demystifying Free Self-Hosting with n8n on Railway

Seeking to simplify your automation processes without spending a fortune? Look no further! In this blog post, we'll walk you through the process of self-hosting n8n for free using Railway.

What is Railway?

Railway is an environment-friendly platform designed to help developers seamlessly deploy and scale applications. With a fast, secure, and modern infrastructure, Railway makes it easier than ever to launch your dream applications.

Why Choose Railway for n8n Hosting?

Compared to other platforms such as Render, Railway provides a straightforward and hassle-free solution to self-hosting n8n. This platform allows you to effortlessly deal with spinning down or cron-job issues — thanks to its ready-made templates. Not to mention, you can deploy n8n using tech stacks like PostgreSQL, Redis, and workers, without the need for Docker.

Unlocking n8n Benefits with Railway

Once you've deployed n8n on Railway, you have the power to create innovative workflows and AI agents. You can also gain a robust understanding of the n8n architecture — encompassing Primary, Worker, Redis, and PostgreSQL — and conveniently access your n8n instance.

Log in with GitHub for the Full Free Trial

To enjoy the full range of Railway's free trial services, simply log in with your GitHub account. This way, you can deploy n8n, understand its architecture, and create automated workflows! For critical workflows, we recommend upgrading to the $5 plan.

Comparing Costs: Railway Vs. Render

Both Railway and Render offer highly competitive hosting options, but when it comes to cost and convenience, Railway has a clear edge. Unlike Render, Railway provides ready-made templates and a simplified architecture, delivering a robust platform at an affordable price. The free trial phase is also a bonus for those who want to have a feel of the product before upgrading their services.

Stepping Up Your n8n Game with Advanced Workflows

Once you've mastered the basics of using n8n on Railway, it's time to step up your game with advanced n8n workflows & scaling. Stay tuned for future blog posts exploring this, as well as other tools such as n8n (Self-Hosted Automation), Railway Hosting Platform, and GitHub (for full Railway trial).

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Jithin Sujala is the founder of Highlevel Techie. He is a Sydney based Marketing Automation Consultant and the Second HighLevel Certified Admin from Australia.

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Jithin Sujala is the founder of Highlevel Techie. He is a Sydney based Marketing Automation Consultant and the Second HighLevel Certified Admin from Australia.

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