Road trip games not only help the time pass quickly as you head to your next stop, but they also provide a fun way to engage and entertain your fellow travelers. Whether you're in your own car, an RV, or a rental vehicle, these enjoyable road trip games are sure to keep you amused on your driving escapade.
1. I spy: A timeless road trip favorite
How it works: One player chooses an object within sight, and the others take turns guessing what it is.
Game Instructions:
The youngest player in the car scans the surroundings, picks something, and states, 'I spy with my little eye, something [color].'
The other passengers take turns guessing objects of that color.
This road trip game is ideal for: Everyone! It's a timeless classic that can be enjoyed by small or large groups, including families, couples, or friends.
2. Travel bingo: A mobile scavenger hunt
How it works: Players utilize a bingo card to search for common road trip items to complete their bingo.
Game Instructions:
Every player picks a travel bingo card. You can either make your own or purchase a travel game set.
Determine the winning condition—whether it’s completing a line, forming an X, or filling the entire card.
While driving, keep an eye out for items on your bingo card and mark them as you spot them.
The first player to find all the necessary items to achieve the goal wins the game.
This road trip game is ideal for: Families with younger kids who enjoy scavenger hunts.
3. The alphabet game: A rapid-fire challenge
Game Concept: One player selects a category, and everyone must name items within that category, starting with the letter A and progressing through the alphabet.
Instructions for Play:
Establish the turn order. The first player chooses a category (such as movies, animals, countries, etc.).
The next player must name something from that category beginning with the letter A.
Players continue to provide items from the chosen category in alphabetical order (the second player will name something starting with B).
If a player cannot think of a word for a specific letter, they are out of the game.
The last player remaining wins, and a new category is selected for the next round.
This road trip game is ideal for: Travelers who enjoy quick-thinking challenges.