Printable Car Games for Kids and Families

1. License Plate Bingo

License Plate Bingo is one of the most classic car games. Have fun searching for license plates from all 50 states on the other cars as they pass you by.

2. Travel Memory Game

This two-player game will put your short-term memory to the test. Give each player one minute to look at this picture. Then take the picture away and see how many objects each player can remember.

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Search for vehicles, animals, street signs, and more during a road trip scavenger hunt.

3. Road Trip Scavenger Hunt

A road trip scavenger hunt is one of those car games that will entertain the whole family while gazing out the window. You can create your own personalized scavenger hunts, or download one of these from Fun-Loving Families.

4. Word Searches

Word searches are not only fun, but also a great way for kids to brush up on their spelling and vocabulary skills. Download some age-appropriate word searches, or go old-school and buy a word-search book!

5. I Spy

All you need is a highlighter and this printable to set the stage for some healthy competition along your journey. Have carloads of fun while seeing who can find the most items on their Road Trip I Spy game.

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6. Disney Storyteller Collection

From classics like Bambi and 101 Dalmatians to popular favorites such as Toy Story and Finding Nemo, the Disney Storyteller Collection is a treasure trove of car-ride entertainment. Each story features highlights from these popular movies and a mix of narration and songs so everyone can sing along.

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The Mars Patel podcast will keep tweens on the edge of their seats. 

7. The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel

This award-winning serialized mystery podcast is perfect for tweens (although younger kids will enjoy listening as well). Mars Patel is a sci-fi adventure that is part Goonies, part Spy Kids, and a whole lot of fun to listen to!

8. Story Pirates

Yes, this podcast is for children. But, don’t kid yourself—the adults in the car are going to enjoy listening to it too! Story Pirates has a steady rotation of special guests ranging from Lin-Manuel Miranda to Lake Bell, making it one podcast that the whole car can agree on.

9. Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: The Podcast

Based on the popular book Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, this podcast tells entertaining stories about admirable and inspiring women.

10. Storynory

The Storynory podcast is filled with a variety of classic stories, myths, and fairy tales that are perfect for kids of all ages, but entertaining enough for adults, too.

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11. Mad Libs

Mad Libs are great because kids can play them by themselves or get the whole car in on the action. Whatever the case may be, they are always a good time.

12. Busy Box

If you have a little time to prep for your journey, take a moment to put together a busy box. Consider this your Swiss Army Knife of car ride preparations—you will definitely be prepared for whatever curves your travels throw your way.

13. Lollipops

When you pack your snack bag, make sure to throw in some lollipops! Lollipops are the perfect car treat—they take a little while to eat so they will certainly occupy your kids (and maybe even keep them quiet for a moment or two).

14. Stickers and Sticker Activity Books 

Make sure to put one or two sticker activity books in your seat pockets. Many of these sticker sets can be reused for hours and hours of car-ride fun.

15. Small Toys

Small toys like LEGO bricks, magnetic tiles, or any of these screen-free toys are perfect for a road trip. Free of gimmicks or complicated directions, these toys provide hours of open-ended creative play.