With the holiday season fast approaching, there’s nothing better than sticking on some Christmas tunes and getting into the festive spirit. Whether you’re having to drive home for the big day or planning a Christmas road trip during this period, the right playlist will act as the perfect backdrop to your journey.
At The Windscreen Company, we’ve put together the best Christmas road trip playlist for 2025, bringing together the best festive tracks along with some feel-good songs for the most wonderful time of the year.
The ultimate festive driving anthem – you won’t want your journey to end as you enjoy the smooth vocals and jazzy piano of Chris Rea’s Christmas hit. It’s an absolute must if you are literally driving home for the big day.
The most-played Christmas song of the 21st century, no festive list would be complete without Fairytale of New York. It is often cited as the best Christmas song ever made and needs to be on your playlist.
While not a Christmas song, it’s the perfect choice for any road trip. A feel-good hit for every occasion, it’s pure Americana in every way.
A timeless hit that reminds us why Christmas is so important, its messages include love and unity. There are several versions of this one, from the 1971 original to covers by the likes of Maroon 5 and John Legend. Simply choose your favourite.
A road trip classic. It’s the perfect song to belt out as you head along long stretches of road, whether you’re driving solo or with friends and family.
No festive playlist is complete without this glittering pop masterpiece. Mariah’s iconic hit often acts as the unofficial announcement that the festive season is upon us and is perfect for every journey.
A Christmas singalong that combines nostalgia, heartbreak and festive spirit in one glittery package.
This one brings Elton’s famous piano-playing energy and pure festive joy together for a mood booster that is perfect for any Christmas road trip.
This one has been a Christmas hit for decades. The smooth voice of Andy Williams made it an instant classic, and it’s brimming with warmth and nostalgia.
A swinging, Christmas beat that will keep your spirits high as you head out on your journey, Jingle Bell Rock is the ultimate festive track.
A smooth, crooning song for a Christmas drive, this one will hit even harder if snowflakes are actually falling as you embark on your festive journey.
This one is sure to bring instant nostalgia and a toe-tapping beat that is hard to resist. It’s almost impossible not to have a smile on your face as you listen to this hit.
A modern Christmas hit that is well on the way to becoming a classic, it’s a great way to inject a current song into your playlist.
A glam rock celebration of the Christmas season, this song willtransform your journey into a festive singalong.
A cheerful Christmas song that feels like all the best things of the festive season in one great hit.
The perfect anthem for every type of journey, while it might not be Christmas themed, it’s sure to get everyone singing – especially when it comes to the ‘woah-oh’ section of the song!
Clarkson’s powerhouse vocals, combined with the song’s brass band backing, have seen it become a modern Christmas classic in recent years.
An uplifting and euphoric hit, it’s the perfect soundtrack to keep your journey feeling comfortable.
A smooth, timeless song that is full of nostalgia, it’s perfect for your wintery drive.
A vintage hit full of Christmas sparkle, it is full of beautiful harmonies that are perfect for the holiday season.
You can find our Christmas playlist on Spotify below.
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