Protein bars, popcorn, pickles, hummus, and more. Find these snacks on your next road trip.
On the road and feeling snackish? You’re in luck! The next exit has a gas station, and it’s more vegan-friendly than you may think. From crackers, cookies, and candy to pickled veggies, popcorn, and plant-based dips, these snacks will keep you going! For some travel-friendly eats, here are 14 vegan snacks you can find at the gas station.
Oh Snap! Pickles
Need a break from chips and candy? Keep your road trip fresh and light with Oh Snap! Pickles. These pickled vegetables are a great no-mess car snack for your next road trip. Right now, we’re loving the Hottie Pickle Bites and Pretty Peas for even the shortest of car rides.
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Sabra Snackers
Hit up the refrigerator section at your next pit stop. Many gas stations offer a variety of satisfying Sabra Snackers. You might get lucky with the hummus-and-pretzel combination, but the brand also offers tasty packs containing guacamole and chips or toasties. Either way, Sabra has your back for all your road-trippin’ needs.
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Sour Patch Kids
Did you know this iconic sour candy is accidentally vegan? Yup! We love to keep a pack of Sour Patch Kids on hand for when the terrain goes flat. Opt for the original pack with a variety of flavors or hone in on your fave flavor when choosing your vegan gas station snacks. Is your mouth watering yet? Because same!
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SkinnyPop Popcorn
Looking to add a little crunch to your drive? SkinnyPop Popcorn has entered the chat! While not all SkinnyPop flavors are vegan, the Original and White Cheddar varieties are both wonderful plant-based choices for your next car ride. Fuel your road trip with this fiber-rich snack for a pop of energy.
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Silk Coffee Creamer
Mmmm gas station coffee … But honestly, when we’re on the road, we will take what we can get. Luckily some gas stations offer individual containers of dairy-free Silk Coffee Creamer at the coffee station. It’s a run-don’t-walk moment. Customize your morning joe or refuel your energy tank midday for those long stretches of road with this vegan creamer.
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Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos
If you’ve never experienced the thrill of riding shotgun with a delicious bag of accidentally vegan Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos in hand, here’s your sign to change that. With the crunchy mouthfeel and sweet and spicy flavor, these corn chips can be hard to put down. Just be sure to grab some napkins to keep the Dorito fingers at bay.
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Clif Bars
ISO a low-mess, portable, and filling vegan snack at the gas station? We’re with you, and we’re here to say don’t sleep on Clif Bars! Available in a variety of tasty vegan-friendly flavors, these handheld snacks are a must. Right now, we’re loving the brand’s Blueberry Crisp, Chocolate Chip, and Peanut Butter varieties.
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Nutter Butters
In case you pulled the short straw and got stuck with the night drive, we’ve got the remedy–Nutter Butters! These creamy peanut butter sandwich cookies are here to energize your drive and keep you company. The nostalgic, snackable cookies are easy to find at most gas stations. Trust us, you’ll thank us later.
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Corn Nuts
For the salty and crunchy car snack lover, Corn Nuts are a road trip must. The vegan-friendly varieties include BBQ, Chile Picante, Original, and Ranch. We love to see it! Snag one, or all four, of these tasty flavors the next time you’re shopping for vegan snacks at the gas station.
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SunChips
While not all SunChips are vegan, if you opt for the Original variety, you’re in the clear! These whole-grain crisps are a great fiber-rich, salty snack for traveling. We are here for the sustained energy! Enjoy them straight from the bag or plan ahead and pack a small cooler with your favorite vegan-friendly chip dips.
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Oreos
Almond milk’s favorite cookie, the Oreo, is an absolute road trip necessity. These accidentally vegan sandwich cookies are both portable and delicious, perfect for long drives and short commutes alike. So next time you’re searching for the best vegan snacks at the gas station, don’t leave without these loveable cookies.
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Ritz Crackers
The flaky crunch and buttery taste of Original Ritz Crackers aren’t lost on vegans. That’s right, this gas station staple is a plant-based choice for your next road trip. Grab a pack and dig in! These crispy snacks are tasty as-is, but we love to pair them with vegan cheese and deli slices for a DIY vegan Lunchables moment.
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Lenny & Larry’s Complete Cookies
ICYMI: You can find Lenny & Larry’s Complete Cookies at a variety of gas stations and convenience stores. The protein-rich, vegan-friendly cookies can be a fun addition to your current travel plans. Find these soft-baked treats in many flavors. The traditional Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter flavors are our faves.
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Fritos Bean Dip
Listen up! Don’t pass by this vegan snack at the gas station again. Located in the chip aisle, Fritos Bean Dip will level up your plant-based road trip snack situation. Pair this shelf-stable dip with your go-to pretzels, carrot sticks, or potato chips. Or combine it with Fritos corn chips, which are also accidentally vegan.
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