Hey-pass, sometimes spelled as heypas or heypass, is a colloquial term used to describe a shortcut, alternative route, or a way of avoiding congestion. Some synonymous phrases for hey-pass include a backdoor, secret route, workaround, bypass, detour, alternate road, secondary route, and a side street. In some contexts, a hey-pass may also be called a service road, slip road, access road, or a frontage road. These phrases are often used interchangeably to indicate a route that can be taken to reach a destination faster or avoid traffic. Whether it's a back alley or a hidden driveway, a hey-pass can sometimes save you precious time and frustration in your daily commute.