From cars to planes, keeping a toddler occupied during a long trip can be scary but here are some of our favorite toys and activities we have used to keep our toddler entertained. We have used these on a 16 hour road trip and a 7 hour road trip, but ...
This sticker book for princess faces is so much fun! I will also be linking the pet one too if I can find it. Our toddler did so well with these and it kept her entertained with lots of giggles! Under $5 is awesome!
Pretty Princess Sticker Create A Face
Like the Princess face sticker book, this kept our toddler extremely entertained with a lot of giggles. It's so cute seeing what faces she can make and there are endless options.
Face Sticker Play Set - Cats & Dogs Book
These Magic Ink books are ALWAYS a hit and there are so many character options. I love that even with a marker, no mess is made!
DISNEY JR MMCH IMAGINE INK BOOK (Hardcover)
This magnetic play set is so cool. Our toddler had the farm version with all of the animals. They can create play scapes and then the tin closes and keeps all items in there for easy travel!
Highlights Magnetic Play Set & Creation Board
These travel Magna-tiles are always a hit! I always keep them in my bag for restaurants or other places with wait times!
MAGNA-TILES microMAGS Travel Set
This crayola stow and go case is awesome! It comes with markers and special paper (the only paper the markers color on). We got special coloring pages she could put in there too and stamps!
Crayola Color Wonder Stow & Go Coloring Studio
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While we don't have these specific ones, they are a cheaper version of the travel magnet tiles! I think these are a great option!
Magnetic Blocks Medium transparent Blue Tin - Gigglescape™
Our toddler loves this magnetic drawing board but I do have to be honest…it is very annoying for us parents but keeps her entertained
Chuckle & Roar Magnetic Drawing Board Rainbow
A drawing board is ALWAYS a good option. You can always get one without the magnets so you don't have to worry about losing anything since the pen itself is attached.
Magnetic Drawing Board - Gigglescape™: Preschool Creativity & Fine Motor Skills, Ages 2+
We don't have this yet, but I will be purchasing! This drawing board is see through and comes with multiple activities you can slide in and out!
See Through Drawing Pad - Mint - Gigglescape™
Our toddler can put her hand and face in this thing for hours…make sure you bring the hand sanitizer too LOL
Toymendous Rainbow 3D Pin Art - Novelty & Gag Toys, Kids, Unisex Ages 3+
I am not afraid to admit that we use a little screentime during road trips. Throw on a movie or our toddler has been loving the PBS kids games app!
Apple iPad (A16) 11-inch Wi-Fi 128GB (2025, 11th generation) - Blue
What is a road trip without snacks? For adults AND toddlers! We love this snackle box for multiple options and you can also remove the smaller containers to make room for bigger items!
Cook With Color 8-Compartment Snackle Box, Charcuterie Container, Divided Serving Tray with Lid & Handle, Pink