Let me share a few simple printable travel games that you can just print, pack, and thank yourself for later.
Let me tell you, nothing tests your patience more than a long road trip with kids asking “Are we there yet?” every five minutes. I’ve been there, I’ve done the snack bribery, I’ve played I Spy until I couldn’t spy a single thing anymore. That’s exactly why I started keeping a stash of printable travel games handy — and trust me, it’s been a total game-changer (pun very much intended).
Why Printable Travel Games Are a Must-Have
Simple Travel Games You Can Print and Pack
Look, I love screens as much as the next tired woman on a flight, but sometimes I just want the kids to be doing something a little more creative. Printable travel games? They’re light, reusable, and don’t need a charger — hallelujah. Plus, they give the kids something hands-on, and you can totally reuse them by sliding them into a plastic sleeve and giving them a dry-erase marker. Easy peasy.
And here’s the best part: I’ve got loads of these games ready to download for free on my site, Drevio. Whether it’s tic-tac-toe, road trip bingo, or silly scavenger hunts, I’ve made them cute, colorful, and fun — just like how we moms like our travel hacks.
My Top Picks for Road-Trip Sanity Savers
Let me spill the tea on a few of my all-time favorite printable travel games that have saved me from absolute chaos during long drives and plane delays:
1. Road Trip Bingo
This is a classic — and a total winner for keeping kids quietly competitive. I designed mine with fun icons like cows, stop signs, and fast-food joints (because let’s be real, we’re stopping for fries eventually). You can print a few versions to keep it exciting.
2. License Plate Game
I honestly didn’t expect this one to be such a hit, but kids love spotting different state plates. I made a checklist version where they can mark off each state — it’s educational and it keeps their eyes off their siblings for at least a few minutes.
3. Travel Tic-Tac-Toe & Dots and Boxes
Compact, easy, and you can play it over and over. Just slide the printable into a clear sheet protector and hand over a dry-erase marker. Boom — endless fun.
4. I’m Thinking of a… Game
This is like 20 Questions but with a printable template where kids can write down their guesses. It’s silly, giggly, and actually keeps them engaged longer than you’d think.
How to Print and Pack Like a Pro
Here’s what I do before every trip:
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I print 2–3 copies of each game (because one will always get lost or sticky)
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I pack them in a small folder with a zipper pouch for markers
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I throw it into the glovebox or the kids’ backpack
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I breathe a sigh of relief knowing I’m prepared for at least an hour of peace
All these printables? Yep, you guessed it — they’re on Drevio. Totally free, super cute, and designed by someone who’s been in the car with an overtired five-year-old who refuses to nap.
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One More Little Travel Tip From Me to You
If you want to really win the travel game, get your kids involved before you even leave. Let them help pick which games to print. It gives them a sense of control (you know how they are), and they’ll be way more excited to actually use them.
So next time you’re packing snacks, headphones, and chargers, don’t forget to stop by Drevio.com and grab some printable travel games too. Trust me — it’s the quiet-time MVP you didn’t know you needed.
Now go enjoy that road trip. And if you manage to read a book while the kids play bingo in the backseat? Well, you’re basically living the dream.
