the way back; the way home; return trip
Refers to the route or journey taken when returning, especially going home. Often used in everyday conversation.
学校の帰り道に本屋に寄った。
On the way home from school, I stopped by the bookstore.
帰り道がわからなくなってしまった。
I lost my way back.
I stopped by a convenience store on the way home.
I ran into an old friend on the way home.
It started raining, so I hurried on my way home.