If you’re planning a road trip soon you’ll want to download these free road trip apps that always make my road trips a little easier.
1. Roadtrippers
It’s all in the name and of course my first and best road trip app for all things road trip planning. Roadtrippers app is a MUST as it lets you plan almost your entire road trip in this app. But that’s not all, after planning your trip in the app you’’ discover a ton of awesome local places, attractions and things to do along your route making your road trip even more epic.
The Alternative: inRoute Route Planner
2. Waze
My primary road trip app for navigation at all times. With the Waze app, I get real-time traffic updates, easy re-route options during accidents or delays, multiple routes if available. This is also my go-to navigation app because of its built-in speed monitor, speed camera notices, and easily links to several music apps. And if you’re looking for gas, parking, or additional locations on along your current route, Waze has you covered.
The Alternative: Google Maps or Maps.Me
3. iExit Interstate Exit Guide
When I found iExit it immediately upgraded my road trips and provided more ease. With this app, you’re able to pre-plan which exits and rest stops to take that have more of what you need. If you need gas, food, and a bank all at one exit you’re able to find it without the guessing game of which gas station, how much will gas cost, or what restaurants will be available.
4. GasBuddy
Ok, so this may not be an exclusive road trip app, rather it’s an app that’s good to have if you drive. Locate gas stations anywhere at any time with brands and prices that fit your wallet.
The Bonus: Gas GetUpside
5. Tollguru
Most travelers who have never taken road trips before sometimes forget about tolls while on the road. That’s why I recommend to everyone to map your planned route on a GPS. Seeing your route on a GPS can help you determine if you’ll hit a tollway or construction road so you can plan appropriately. I use Tollguru to help estimate toll cost so I’m ready with exact fare in the car to avoid those toll fines.
6. SpotAngels
Finding safe and ticket free parking can be a headache at times, that’s why I take the guessing game out of finding parking when I travel by using parking apps. My must-have road trip app is SpotAngels for helping me find free parking or parking deals to avoid getting ticketed.
The Alternative: SpotHero
7. Hotel Tonight
Using Hotel Tonight has always seemed to be my go-to for quick and unplanned getaways. I get great deals on same day or next day hotel bookings when I just need to get away. So using this app for road trips was just as easy to find clean same-day hotel bookings.
8. Hipcamp
9. Couchsurfing
If you’re a spontaneous traveler, love meeting new people, and tend to be low maintenance with your accommodations Couchsurfing may be the road trip app for you. You have the option to meet other travelers or rest your head overnight with local hosts.
10. Flush
A must-have in my option. Living in and out of the city, working as a freelancer, and attending events I tend to normally be on the road and honestly, it can be hard finding a decent restroom to use so I was happy when I found Flush. This app isn’t perfect but it’s certainly a start to locating bathrooms when there are no hotel or restaurant insight or you need a purchase minimum.
11. Spotify
I need music! So it’s important to me that I have an amazing road trip app for playlists. Yes, I have almost all the music apps downloaded from SoundCloud to iHeart Radio and everything in between by I keep coming back to Spotify. It links to my navigation system, picks up on Bluetooth, lets me make endless playlists or stations, and has a free option.
12. Yelp
Over the years Yelp has evolved into a directory for various businesses across many cities. I mainly use yelp for those moments I’m looking for great food with high ratings and extra credit if I can book a reservation right in the app. I also use Yelp to bookmark different places I want to visit during my trip and star/review those places that were truly delicious.
The Alternative: Google Maps
13. Groupon
I like to download Groupon for any last-minute activities during times I don’t have anything plan. Groupon’s near me feature makes it great to find discounts on activities, restaurants, or deals close by which makes it another awesome road trip app to download before I leave home.
14. Google Voice
As a female and an avid solo traveler, Google Voice has come in hand many times. Google Voice is a great road trip app to have for anyone who doesn’t want to give out their phone number. I use my google number for packages, reservations, and even new people I may meet while traveling.
The Alternative: WhatsApp
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