Travelling often involves a lot of waiting around. But instead of staring out the window or scrolling through social media, why not turn those spare moments into playtime? You might be surprised how a simple game on your phone (or even a trusty deck of cards) can make time fly.
Classic mobile games for quick, offline fun
Classic games like Solitaire work offline and are perfect when you don’t have internet. They’re easy to launch and they let you play at your own pace. You can pause a game any time and pick it up again when you’re ready. These familiar titles are comforting and their simple rules mean you don’t need to learn anything new. Make sure to download a few of these classics before you travel so they’re handy when you need them.
Bingo sites to pass the time
If you’re after some excitement with a social vibe, a quick bingo game on your phone can be just the ticket. All you need is an internet connection and an app or website to get started. Grab a virtual card, mark off numbers as the game calls them, and hope for a full line. Each round is short, often just a couple of minutes, so you can easily fit one in during a long wait. Many online bingo platforms have chat rooms too, letting you banter with other players.
Multiplayer games for friends and family
If you’re travelling with companions, multiplayer games can turn a long journey into bonding time. A party app on one phone will have everyone laughing. And if there’s no internet, no problem. Classic games like Twenty Questions work anywhere and need no gear at all. Along the way you’ll likely pick up a few hilarious inside jokes to laugh about long after the trip.
Brain boosting games for productive journeys
Puzzles like Sudoku challenge your mind and you can tackle them in short bursts. Crossword puzzles have also long been a staple of British leisure and their enduring appeal was celebrated in a feature marking the 100th anniversary of The Telegraph’s crossword.
Word games and trivia quizzes are great too and they keep you entertained while sneaking in new facts or even expanding your vocabulary. You can also find brain-training apps with memory and logic exercises to turn a long journey into a mini self-improvement session. Challenge yourself with a fun brain teaser on your next journey and you might find you arrive feeling a little sharper.