Free Printable Road Trip Activities for Preschoolers!

Last Updated on November 4, 2026 by Amanda Leemis

Whether you’re heading to the beach, visiting family, or setting off on a new adventure, keeping preschoolers entertained during a long car ride can be a challenge! That’s why we’ve put together a collection of FREE printable road trip activities for preschoolers to make traveling a little easier and a lot more fun! So pack some crayons, grab your free printables, and get ready to hit the road! Check out the entire Pre-K Printable Library for even more fun!

Free Road Trip Activities!

There’s plenty of learning packed into this road trip adventure! Little ones can practice counting cars and traffic cones, match quantities to numbers, and search for all 10 cows in our I Spy activity. Our scavenger hunt encourages little ones to look closely at the world outside their window! Plus, drawing the coolest thing they’ve seen gives them a chance to get creative and tell you about their favorite part of the journey!

5 Tips for Traveling with Little Ones 🚗

• Pack Plenty of Activities: Keep little ones entertained with coloring pages, I Spy games, and our FREE printable road trip activities! Bring along a car seat lap tray and triangle crayons to make coloring and writing easier in the car.
• Plan for Frequent Breaks: Preschoolers have lots of energy! Plan a few stops along the way so little ones can stretch their legs, use the bathroom, and play on a jungle gym/playground. See if you can map out your stops in advance, I promise, it will make your trip easier!
• Bring Snacks and Water: Pack a variety of easy-to-eat snacks and plenty of water. Pack goldfish, fruit pouches, or cheese bites, and save messy treats for rest stops!
• Switch Activities Every 10–15 Minutes: Keep things interesting by rotating between coloring, listening to music, playing car games, and looking out the window. A little variety can go a long way on a long road trip! You can even bring a stopwatch to rotate through activities.
• Keep a Few Surprises Handy: Pack a small bag with a few activities your preschooler hasn’t seen before. A new coloring page, sticker sheet, or favorite picture book can make a long car ride feel like an adventure!