Are you planning a road trip with your family or friends and looking for ways to keep everyone entertained along the way?
Well, we’ve got you covered! In this blog post, we’ve compiled a list of 100 trivia questions that are perfect for road trip fun and will keep everyone entertained during the long car rides.
These questions cover a wide range of topics, from history and geography to pop culture and sports, so there’s something for everyone.
Whether you’re a trivia buff or just looking for a way to pass the time, these questions are sure to provide hours of entertainment on your next road trip.
So buckle up, grab some snacks, and get ready to test your knowledge with these fun and challenging trivia questions. You can also play along on our interactive quiz at the end of this blog post.
100 Road Trip Trivia Questions and Answers
Here are a few fun trivia questions, split into trivia categories, with the correct answer provided alongside.
One person should play as the quiz master reading out the questions aloud from this blog post, without the others seeing the answer. You can play road trip quiz with the entire family in the car. If you’d like to personalise the game with topics your family loves, try an Online Quiz Generator to instantly create fresh rounds in multiple formats.
Some of these are tough questions, so see how you get along!
Geography and World Landmarks Trivia Questions
This category is all about the world. Since you’re travelling, the geography topic is most fitting for your road trip quizzes and by the time you reach your final destination, you’ll know even more about travel and landmarks.
- Name the world’s tallest free-standing structure. – CN Tower (Toronto, Canada)
- What famous monument is located in the Champs de Mars in Paris? – Eiffel Tower
- In which city can you find the ancient ruins of the Colosseum? – Rome, Italy
- What natural wonder is located on the border between the United States and Canada? – Niagara Falls
- What iconic rock formation can be found in the Australian Outback? – Uluru (formerly known as Ayers Rock)
- What is the capital city of Canada? – Ottawa
- What is the world’s largest continent? – Asia
- What is the name of the longest river in Africa? – Nile
- What is the name of the tallest building in the world, located in Dubai, UAE? – Burj Khalifa
- At what height does the observation deck of Burj Khalifa stand – 555 meters
- What is the name of the famous bridge in San Francisco that spans the Golden Gate strait? – Golden Gate Bridge
- What is the name of the iconic skyscraper located in New York City that was completed in 1931? – Empire State Building
- How many floors does the Empire State Building have? – 102
- What is the name of the highest mountain peak in North America, located in Alaska? – Denali (formerly known as Mount McKinley)
- What is the name of the ancient Incan city located in Peru that features a number of impressive stone structures? – Machu Picchu
- What is the name of the Mausoleum and famous landmark in Agra, India, that is regarded as one of the world’s greatest architectural feats? – Taj Mahal
- What is the name of the famous skyscraper located in Hong Kong that features a unique design with a hole in the center? – The Center
- What is the nickname of the city located on the shores of Lake Michigan, known for its skyscrapers and deep-dish pizza? – Chicago / The Windy City
- What is the name of the first national park in the United States, located primarily in the state of Wyoming? – Yellowstone National Park
- What is the name of the largest city in the world by population, located in China? – Shanghai
General Knowledge Trivia Questions
How did you do with the travel trivia questions?
The next category of car ride trivia questions includes sports, animals, space, science and more… it’s a mixed bag
- How many players are on a basketball team? – 5
- Who invented the telephone? – Alexander Graham Bell
- What is the name of the largest mammal in the world? – Blue Whale
- What is the fastest land animal in the world? – Cheetah
- What is the largest bird in the world by wingspan? – Wandering Albatross
- What is the name of the force that pulls objects towards the center of the Earth? – Gravity
- What is the process called when a solid turns into a liquid? – Melting
- What is the smallest unit of matter called? – Atom
- What is the most popular fruit in the world? – Banana
- What is the main ingredient in hummus? – Chickpeas
- What is the name of the popular Italian dish that consists of thin layers of pasta, tomato sauce, and cheese? – Lasagna
- What is the name of the sport that involves hitting a ball over a net with a racket? – Tennis
- What is the name of the most famous bicycle race in the world? – Tour de France
- In soccer, what is the name of the goal that is scored when the ball crosses the entire goal line? – Goal
- What type of animal is the largest predator on land? – Polar Bear
- What is the name of the small, furry creature that can curl up into a ball as a defense mechanism? – Hedgehog
- What is the name of the smallest mammal in the world? – Bumblebee Bat
- What is the process called when a gas turns into a liquid? – Condensation
- What is the name of the energy that is produced by moving electrons? – Electricity
- What is the name of the planet in our solar system that is known for having a large, red spot on its surface? – Jupiter
If you want more animal trivia, check out our tiger facts for kids
Movie Trivia Questions
The following round of quiz questions is for the movie Buffs….
- What classic film features the line, “Here’s looking at you, kid”? – Casablanca
- Who played the character of Harry Potter in the film series? – Daniel Radcliffe
- Which actor played the role of James Bond in the film “Skyfall”? – Daniel Craig
- In the Disney movie “Frozen,” what is the name of Elsa’s sister? – Anna
- What is the name of the robot in the movie “Wall-E”? – Wall-E
- What is the name of the boy who never grows up and has adventures in Neverland – Peter Pan
- What is the name of the young girl who befriends a flying dog in the movie “The NeverEnding Story”? – Atreyu
- What is the name of the character who becomes a real boy after being transformed from a wooden puppet in the classic movie – Pinocchio
- What is the name of the ogre who learns to accept his true love in the DreamWorks movie? – Shrek
- What is the name of the young girl who goes on an adventure with her parents to an island in the Pixar movie “The Incredibles”? – Violet Parr
- What is the name of the superhero who is also known as the Dark Knight – Batman
- What is the name of the superhero who has a shield with a star on it and fights for the United States of America? – Captain America
- What is the name of the superhero who can fly and has heat vision and x-ray vision? – Superman
- What is the name of the little fish that gets lost in the ocean in the Pixar movie – Nemo
- What is the name of the young woman who falls in love with the Beast in the Disney movie “Beauty and the Beast”? – Belle
- What is the name of the snowman that Elsa creates in the Disney movie “Frozen”? – Olaf
- What is the name of the movie about a group of dinosaurs who are left behind on an island after a theme park disaster? – Jurassic Park
- What is the name of the classic musical about a family of singers who perform together in Austria during the early 20th century? – The Sound of Music
- What is the name of the Lion in the Disney movie about a young lion who becomes the king of the Pride Lands? – Simba
- What is the name of the movie about a young girl who dreams of becoming a ballerina in Paris? – Leap!
History Trivia Questions
How much do you know about history? Find out with each interesting question below…
- Who was the first president of the United States? – George Washington
- In what year did World War II end? – 1945
- Who was the leader of Nazi Germany during World War II? – Adolf Hitler
- Who was the first woman to be elected as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom? – Margaret Thatcher
- What was the name of the first satellite launched into space by the Soviet Union? – Sputnik 1
- What is the name of the famous queen who ruled ancient Egypt and is known for her beauty? – Cleopatra
- What is the name of the famous Greek king who conquered much of the known world in the 4th century BCE? – Alexander the Great
- What is the name of the ancient Roman emperor who built a massive wall in northern England to keep out invaders? – Hadrian
- What was the name of the famous African American woman who refused to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama? – Rosa Parks
- What was the name of the American president who led the country during World War II? – Franklin D. Roosevelt
- What was the name of the famous Chinese ruler who built the Great Wall of China? – Emperor Qin Shi Huang
- What was the name of the famous Viking explorer who is said to have discovered North America around the year 1000 CE? – Leif Erikson
- What was the name of the famous Italian explorer who sailed across the Atlantic Ocean and discovered the New World in 1492? – Christopher Columbus
- What was the name of the famous civil rights leader who gave his famous “I Have a Dream” speech in Washington, D.C.? – Martin Luther King Jr.
- What was the name of the famous American astronaut who was the first person to walk on the moon? – Neil Armstrong
- What was the name of the famous South African president who fought against apartheid and was later awarded the Nobel Peace Prize? – Nelson Mandela
- What was the name of the famous knight who searched for the Holy Grail in Arthurian legend? – Sir Galahad
- What was the name of the famous battle in 1066 that marked the Norman Conquest of England? – Battle of Hastings
- What was the name of the period of time in Europe from the 5th to 15th century, known for its feudal system and the construction of massive castles? – Middle Ages
- What was the name of the famous Roman leader who was assassinated in 44 BCE and whose life has been the subject of many plays and movies? Answer: Julius Caesar
Road Trip Conversation Starters
Once you’ve finished quizzing, why not move on to some fun questions to get the conversations and debates going to help pass the time with each family member.
- If you could be any fictional character, who would you be and why?
- What is the most memorable trip or vacation you’ve ever taken?
- If you could have one superpower, what would it be and why?
- What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
- If you could learn any new skill or hobby, what would it be?
- What is your favorite movie or TV show and why?
- If you could travel back in time to any period, which one would you choose and why?
- What is your favorite song and why does it hold special meaning for you?
- If you could have dinner with any historical figure, who would it be and what would you ask them?
- If you could have any job in the world, what would it be and why?
- What is the best book you’ve ever read and why did it resonate with you?
- If you could live in any country in the world, which one would it be and why?
- What is your favorite thing to do on a lazy day?
- If you could have any pet in the world, what would it be and why?
- If you could only eat one type of food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
- If you could switch lives with anyone for a day, who would it be and why?
- What is your favorite outdoor activity?
- If you could design your dream house, what would it look like?
- If you could only bring three items with you to a deserted island, what would they be and why?
- What is the most daring or adventurous thing you’ve ever done?
Interactive Quizzes
Want to take some fun online quizzes to pass the time in the back seat? We have a few on our new site
More Fun Road Trip Games
Road trip trivia games are not the only way to keep the long road trip from getting boring.
Here are a few more fun ideas that are a great way to keep the whole family entertained and enjoying the long drive.
- Fun Car Games for Road Trips
- Road Trip I-SPY Printable Game for Kids
- Road Trip Printables for Kids
- 12 Ways to Keep Your Toddler Occupied During a Family Road Trip
- 60+ Best Kids Party Songs for The Ultimate Disco Playlist
This printable is a twist on the classic road trip game of I-spy
These printables have a variety of different games that are lots of fun for a long journey and can be played from the backseat.
Turn up Apple Music or Spotify and blast out some favorite party tunes for a car disco, or karaoke session. This is a great way to lighten the mood during a long journey.
Now, you’re all prepared for your next trip!
Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.
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