8 Road Trip Essentials Under $150 You Need From Target This Spring
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Josephine Nesbit
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Ready to hit the open road this spring? Also ready to save some money. All road trips require a little planning, but if you’re working with a $150 budget, you can still grab everything you need at Target.
From storage to comfort, here are eight road trip essentials to keep your spring adventure stress-free without breaking the bank.
MaseiKar All-Purpose Car Cup Holder Expander With Tray
- Price: $13.99 (originally $19.99)
If you want to get to your destination faster and avoid extended stops, this all-purpose car cup holder and expander tray allows you to eat your meals on the go. The rotatable tray detaches if necessary, and the cup holder is big enough to hold coffee mugs, water bottles and 16 to 20-ounce Yetis or Hydro Flasks.
Open Story Travel Backpack
- Price: $49.99
No matter where the road takes you this spring, having water-resistant gear is always a smart move. The 35L travel backpack from Open Story features a soft-side, water-resistant exterior with a secure zipper closure — perfect for unpredictable weather. Inside, you’ll find mesh compartments and pockets for easy organization, plus enough space to fit a 17-inch laptop.
Brightroom Car Trash Bin
- Price: $10
Between all of the snack wrappers, receipts and empty coffee cups, road trip messes can pile up fast. This compact car trash bin from Brightroom is a game-changer for staying clean and organized on the go. Made from textured black fabric, the bin has a large compartment with a drawstring fastening and a zippered front pocket for extra storage. It comes with a back loop that you can hang from the back of a car seat.
Pavilia Travel Blanket Pillow
- Price: $19.99
As the name implies, the Pavilia travel blanket pillow is a blanket and a pillow in one. The travel blanket folds into the micro-plush pillowcase, and it also comes with a dual zipper pouch that acts as a hand warmer cushion for sleeping. It’s highly recommended by Target shoppers, who commented that it’s soft, cozy and perfect for long car rides.
National Geographic Kids Ultimate US Road Trip Atlas
- Price: $9.29
Avoid the “Are we there yet?” questions with this fun National Geographic Kids Ultimate U.S. Road Trip Atlas. It comes with colorful maps, 22 games, fun facts and other activities to keep the kids entertained during the road trip.
Pavilia Soft Electronic Organizer Travel Case
- Price: $13.99
Say goodbye to digging through your bag for a phone charger or untangling earbuds at every stop. This soft electronic organizer travel case from Pavilia has enough space to keep your chargers, USB cables, power cords and earphones in order and easily accessible.
Brightroom Large Seat Back Organizer
- Price: $13
A large backseat organizer is perfect for keeping snacks, drinks, books, wipes and tablets organized and within easy reach — especially for families with kids. The organizer has multiple pockets and compartments and no edge binding. It’s lightweight and fits well on the back of any car seat.
Dealworthy Car Charger
- Price: $9.99
Keep your phone and tablets charged on the move with this 20-watt car charger. It comes with one port and a three-foot USB-C charging cable. It also has short-circuit protection and an LED charge indicator light. It’s compatible with all USB-C-enabled devices.
Editor’s note: Pricing and availability may vary depending on location.
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