Synonyms of hit the road

hit the road

phrase

as in exit

to leave a place often for another

When the sun started to set they knew it was time to hit the road.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• exit
• move
• depart
• get
• go
• pull out
• walk out
• step (along)
• run along
• part
• push on
• get off
• peel off
• escape
• start
• cut out
• evacuate
• clear out
• bail out
• clear off
• push off
• dig out
• go off
• take off
• beat it
• bail
• flee
• fly
• shove (off)
• quit
• pike (out or off)
• buzz (off)
• sally (forth)
• pack (up or off)
• book
• take a hike
• bug off
• bug out
• bugger off
• set out
• strike out
• withdraw
• retire
• take a powder
• pull stakes
• retreat
• get out
• run away
• emigrate
• begone
• skip
• step out
• scarper
• light out
• desert
• vamoose
• remove
• go out
• abandon
• scram
• vacate
• scat
• forsake
• decamp
• abscond
• adjourn
• mizzle

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• come
• arrive
• remain
• stay
• show up
• turn up
• approach
• near
• settle
• lodge
• close
• land
• reach
• hit
• dwell
• abide
• tarry

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hit the road

The duo is excited to hit the road again and perform the entire Enjoy the Ride album live — though fans can look forward to hearing other songs from their career as well. — Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026

The film then picks up both narratively and spiritually after Elif decides to hop in her car and hit the road toward parts unknown. — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026

So, in September of 2024, my partner and I decided to take a wild leap of faith and hit the road. — Sara Sturek, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026

The Colorado Buffaloes hit the road again this weekend and are looking to go 3-0 on the season. — Romi Bean, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026