101 Easy Travel Snacks That Don’t Require a Fridge

This may sound silly but – my favorite part of planning for a road trip is picking out the snacks. Am I the only one?! Having a variety of easy, no-prep, non-refrigerated road trip snacks just makes your trip so much easier. You don’t have to stop for food, don’t have to spend money on getting fast food, and it can even be healthier!

Whether it’s a short weekend getaway or a long cross-country trip, road trip snacks are an absolute must! Even if you bring a cooler, having non-perishable snacks on hand that don’t require a fridge makes everything easier and less messy.

I’ve tried to include something on this list for every type of traveler. Whether you’re wanting a healthy snack, vegan snack, keto-friendly treats, or looking for road trip snacks for your kid or toddler – this list has you covered!

So, grab your snack bag and get ready to pack some road trip goodies! Oh and while you’re at it, download my free road trip packing checklist to make sure you don’t forget any other essential.

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Healthy Road Trip Snacks

Skip the fast food drive-thru window with these healthy, filling, & nutritious snacks! The snacks below have a good balance of fat, protein, and carbs with minimal sugars.

1. Mixed nuts – opt for unsalted or lightly salted
2. Dried fruit
3. Roasted chickpeas
4. Trail mix – pick ones without chocolate/candies, or make your own!
5. Nut butter packets with whole grain crackers
6. Whole grain granola bars – choose ones with reduced sugar
7. Popcorn – pick the lightly salted variety; you can also make your own!
8. Rice cakes with peanut butter
9. Dark chocolate-covered almonds
10. Protein bars
11. Chia seed bars
12. Pumpkin seeds
13. Sunflower seeds
14. Bagged pretzels
15. Shelf-stable fruit like apples, oranges, bananas

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Vegan Road Trip Snacks

These snacks are perfect for travelers on a vegan diet! These make great non-refrigerated road trip snacks and are very delicious.

16. Hummus with pretzels or crackers
17. Vegan granola bars
18. Bamba puffs
19. Roasted edamame
20. Coconut chips
21. Peanut butter-filled pretzels
22. Chia seed pudding pouches
23. Apple chips
24. Plantain chips
25. Seaweed snacks
26. Mejdool dates – store in air-tight container
27. Fig bars
28. Dried pineapple rings
29. Lentil curls – from Trader Joe’s
30. Vegan protein cookies

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Keto Road Trip Snacks

These snacks are perfect for those looking for high-protein, low-carb road trip snacks that don’t need a fridge to stay fresh!

31. Pork rinds
32. Beef jerky – opt for those without added sugars
33. Almonds or macadamia nuts
34. Cheese crisps – these are so delicious!
35. Natural nut butter packs – double check to get those without added sugars
36. Dark chocolate – opt for 85% cocoa or higher; eat in small quantities
37. Flaxseed crackers – consider making your own recipe!
38. Olives in travel-friendly packs
39. Keto protein bars
40. Sunflower butter – great alternative to nut butters!
41. Smoked meat or beef sticks
42. Hard-boiled eggs – lasts a few hours unrefrigerated
43. Cacao nibs – again, eat in small quantities for a keto diet
44. Pepitas
45. Avocado packets – opt for those that are shelf-stable

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Kid-Friendly Road Trip Snacks

If you’re traveling with a picky kid, check out these non-refrigerated road trip snacks! Most of these are mess-free, which makes it even more convenient!

46. String cheese – best for shorter trips only; OK for a few hours outside the fridge
47. Applesauce pouches – with no sugar added
48. Graham crackers
49. Fruit gummies – opt for low-sugar variety
50. Mini peanut butter and jelly sandwiches – these are great for adults too!
51. Cereal bars
52. Cheese crackers
53. Banana chips
54. Pretzels or other crunchy snacks
55. Yogurt-covered raisins
56. Mini rice cakes
57. Animal crackers
58. Teddy Grahams
59. Goldfish crackers
60. Snack-sized dried cereal packs

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Road Trip Snacks for Toddlers

Traveling with a tot? Try out some of these snacks, which are on the softer side and easy for your toddler to pick up and eat themselves!

61. Puffs or rice rusks
62. Teething biscuits
63. Soft granola bars
64. Bananas
65. Oatmeal bars
66. Mini whole wheat crackers
67. Soft-baked cookies – pick those that have reduced sugar
68. Squeeze pouch fruit blends
69. Plain Cheerios or puffed cereal
70. Mini raisin boxes
71. Mini peanut butter crackers
72. Whole grain fig cookies
73. Mini muffins – store bought or homemade
74. Baby yogurt melts
75. Cinnamon apple straws

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Sweet Treats for Road Trips

Because sometimes you just need a little sugar boost!

76. Oreos
77. Peanut M&Ms
78. Caramel popcorn
79. Gummy bears
80. Licorice sticks
81. Chocolate chip granola bars
82. Fudge brownies – make sure they are individually wrapped
83. Marshmallow cereal bars
84. Cookie dough protein bites
85. Trail mix with chocolate chunks
86. Chocolate-covered cashews
87. Toffee-covered peanuts
88. Jelly beans
89. Snack-sized packs of cookies
90. Chocolate peanut butter cups

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Other Not-So-Healthy Road Trip Snacks

Here are some of my other favorite non-refrigerated road trip snacks that don’t fall under any of the previously mentioned categories. These may not be the healthiest, but they make delicious treats in moderation!

91. Pop Tarts
92. Packaged snack cakes (Twinkies, Ding Dongs, or HoHos)
93. Cheese balls
94. Flavored potato chips
95. Chocolate-covered pretzel rods
96. Mini donuts
97. Rice Krispie treats
98. Fruit roll-ups
99. Brownie brittle
100. Puppy chow – homemade versions are the best!
101. Gummy bears

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Hope you enjoyed this round-up of the 101 best non-refrigerated road trip snacks! If you have a favorite road trip snack that’s not on the list, drop it in the comments—I’d love to hear your go-to travel treats!

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