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Back To School Travel Gear

Explore back-to-school travel gear, with bags and travel essentials to round out your school checklist. As you browse, consider how much you need to carry, which sizes suit your plans and what organization features matter most to you.

L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L
A brown 37L nylon backpack with weatherproof fabric, laptop compartment, reflective trim, and ergonomic support.
(2,724)
$54.95 $54.95
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$54.95 $54.95
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L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L, Print
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L, Print
A rugged multicolor polyester backpack with weatherproof fabric, padded straps, reflective trim, and organized pockets.
(1,774)
$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Junior Original Book Pack, 17L, Print
L.L.Bean Junior Original Book Pack, 17L, Print
A multicolor polyester junior backpack with weatherproof construction, reflective trim, organizer pockets and a water-bottle pocket.
(1,237)
$39.95 $39.95
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$39.95 $39.95
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L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L, Print
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L, Print
A rugged weatherproof polyester backpack with laptop compartment, reflective trim, lumbar support, and ample organization.
(2,064)
$54.95 $39.99
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$54.95 $39.99
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Expandable Lunch Box
L.L.Bean Expandable Lunch Box
An insulated blue nylon lunch box that expands two inches and includes an ice-pack pocket.
(311)
$26.95 $26.95
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$26.95 $26.95
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Junior Original Book Pack, 17L
L.L.Bean Junior Original Book Pack, 17L
A green weatherproof nylon school backpack with reflective trim, comfortable straps and convenient organizer pockets.
(1,087)
$39.95 $39.95
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$39.95 $39.95
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L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L
A rugged black nylon backpack with weatherproof fabric, padded straps, reflective trim and organizer pockets.
(985)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Practical for school and travel
Durable and sturdy construction
Spacious and roomy
High quality materials
Comfortable to wear
$44.95 $44.95
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 42L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 42L
A white nylon laptop backpack with ergonomic straps, breathable padding, organizer pockets and reflective trim.
(0)
$110 $79.99
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$110 $79.99
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Bean's Explorer Backpack, 32L
L.L.Bean Bean's Explorer Backpack, 32L
A multicolor weatherproof 600-denier nylon backpack with padded straps, organizer pockets, bottle pockets, and reflective trim.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 24L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 24L
A green nylon backpack with a padded laptop sleeve, organizer pockets and breathable comfort.
(0)
$79.95 $59.99
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$79.95 $59.99
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Waxed Canvas Backpack
L.L.Bean Waxed Canvas Backpack
A blue waxed-canvas backpack with leather trim, padded laptop storage, water-bottle pockets, and trolley strap.
(0)
$130 $130
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$130 $130
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Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L
L.L.Bean Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L
A weatherproof 25L nylon-polyester backpack with laptop storage, reflective piping, organizer pockets, and breathable padded straps.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 36L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 36L
A white nylon backpack with a padded laptop sleeve, breathable straps, organizer pockets, and reflective trim.
(0)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L, Print
L.L.Bean Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L, Print
A multicolor weatherproof polyester backpack with padded straps, laptop sleeve, organizer pockets, and reflective trim.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Super Deluxe Book Pack, 41L
L.L.Bean Super Deluxe Book Pack, 41L
A purple, weatherproof nylon backpack with padded comfort, dual compartments, and reflective accents.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Lunch Box, Print
L.L.Bean Lunch Box, Print
An insulated polyester lunch box with BPA- and PVC-free lining, mesh ice-pack pocket, and printed design.
(1,559)
$22.95 $22.95
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$22.95 $22.95
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 32L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 32L
A blue nylon laptop backpack with padded compartments, smart organization, water-bottle pockets, and travel-friendly trolley sleeve.
(0)
$89.95 $89.95
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$89.95 $89.95
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Flip-Top Lunch Box
L.L.Bean Flip-Top Lunch Box
A blue insulated nylon lunch box with a flip-top lid, water-resistant lining, and adjustable shoulder strap.
(653)
$29.95 $29.95
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What customers like:
Keeps beverages cold or warm
Cute print
Sturdy material
Comfy and warm
Great fabric
$29.95 $29.95
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Waxed Canvas Duffle, Medium
L.L.Bean Waxed Canvas Duffle, Medium
A blue waxed-canvas duffle with leather handles, reinforced bottom, multiple pockets and detachable shoulder strap.
(304)
$180 $180
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What customers like:
Convenient pockets
Nice appearance
High-quality materials
Classic look
Sturdy construction
$180 $180
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Flip-Top Lunch Box, Print
L.L.Bean Flip-Top Lunch Box, Print
A colorful polyester lunch box with insulation, water-resistant lining, adjustable shoulder strap, and convenient storage lid.
(553)
$29.95 $29.95
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What customers like:
Spacious and holds containers
Adjustable shoulder strap
Convenient outer zipper pocket
Fun and stylish design
Lightweight and well made
$29.95 $29.95
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Expandable Lunch Box, Print
L.L.Bean Expandable Lunch Box, Print
An expandable insulated lunch box in polyester packcloth with an easy-clean lining and mesh ice-pack pocket.
(257)
$26.95 $26.95
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$26.95 $26.95
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Mountain Classic Cordura Pack, 22L
L.L.Bean Mountain Classic Cordura Pack, 22L
A durable nylon backpack with water-resistant Cordura fabric, padded laptop compartment, organized storage, and bottle pockets.
(188)
$110 $79.99
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What customers like:
Attractive color
Thoughtful design
Fits laptop and notebook
$110 $79.99
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Carryall Spinner Pullman, Large
L.L.Bean Carryall Spinner Pullman, Large
A black polyester spinner suitcase with rugged fabric, 360° wheels, locking handle and organized interior storage.
(164)
$250 $184.99
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What customers like:
Wrinkle-free
Well-made
Lightweight
High-quality fabric
Good pockets
$250 $184.99
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L.L.Bean Hardside Spinner, 30"
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Hardside Spinner, 30"
A green polycarbonate hardside spinner suitcase with durable inset wheels, telescoping handle and mesh dividers.
(124)
$300 $300
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What customers like:
Spacious
Sturdy
Durable
Practical
Easy to roll
$300 $300
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Back To School Travel Gear

Back-to-school travel gear brings together two familiar parts of student life: heading back to class and making the trips that come with it. A new school year can mean a different route across town, a return to campus, or a journey between home and school with family along for the ride. Each calls for a little thought about what goes along and what feels right for the person carrying it. The most useful starting point is the actual school routine, rather than an imagined version of it. A student traveling home regularly may have different preferences from someone whose school travel centers on the daily trip to class. Even within the same family, schedules, personal style, and packing habits can look quite different. Back-to-school travel gear belongs in that everyday picture, alongside class schedules, departure times, and the familiar gathering of belongings near the front door. This collection offers a way to consider school and travel together, with quality, versatility, and timeless style as common threads. There is room for both the student who likes a coordinated look and the one who prefers a more individual mix. Understated choices can feel just as personal as more expressive ones; the important distinction is whether they suit the student’s tastes. For families preparing for a return to school, that sense of ownership matters. Students often have clear ideas about what they want to take with them, especially when a new school or campus makes familiar belongings feel more meaningful. School travel also has a rhythm beyond the first departure: the return trip after a visit, the early start before classes resume, and the conversation with family while packing to leave again. Choosing with those recurring moments in mind gives back-to-school shopping a practical foundation without making every decision about the first day. The result is a more personal approach to a familiar occasion, with attention to both the journey and the student beginning it.

The details worth comparing depend on the traveler, the school routine, and the space involved. Size is one example: a photo gives a general impression, while listed measurements provide a clearer reference for the place where gear will be kept at home or at school. The belongings a student actually takes along are another useful point of comparison. A short school trip and a return to campus after a break may involve different packing decisions, even for the same person. Personal preferences matter here, too. Some students like to keep their school and travel arrangements distinct, while others prefer a consistent look across both. Neither approach needs to become a complicated system. A thoughtful selection can begin with what the student already likes, what still suits the routine, and what deserves closer consideration. Individual product descriptions, measurements, and care directions add detail to that process, especially when comparing options that look similar at first glance. Care is part of ownership rather than an afterthought, and the directions for the particular selection are the appropriate reference when it needs attention. For students sharing a room or returning to a family home between school terms, the space where belongings will live can be just as relevant as the trip itself. Picture the corner beside a desk, the designated spot near the door, or the shelf that needs to remain clear for other essentials. These ordinary settings help put proportions and personal preferences into perspective. Style deserves the same thoughtful consideration. A favorite shade or a simple, classic look can connect new school travel gear with belongings a student already enjoys. There is no need for everything to match exactly to feel considered. For a coordinated approach beyond gear, back-to-school travel wear offers a related part of the school travel theme. Taken together, these decisions are less about creating a perfect departure-day picture and more about choosing something that feels appropriate for the student’s own school life.

Back-to-school travel gear can also make a thoughtful gift when it reflects a real transition or an established routine. A student heading away to school for the first time may appreciate being included in the choice, while someone returning to a familiar campus may already know exactly which details matter. Parents, grandparents, and other family members can make the gift more personal by paying attention to those preferences rather than choosing only from their own experience. School travel has changed across generations, but the small rituals around it remain recognizable: checking a departure time, setting belongings by the door, and making sure nothing important has been left in the room. A gift connected to those moments can acknowledge a student’s growing independence while still feeling like a gesture of family support. It need not mark a major milestone, either. Returning to school after time away or settling into a different school travel routine can be meaningful occasions in their own right. For college students, the relationship between home and campus often becomes part of the experience, with familiar routes and meeting places taking on their own significance. For families with younger students, choosing together offers a chance to hear what the student likes and understand how the school day is taking shape. Across those different stages, personal taste and practical context remain more useful than an assumption that every student needs the same thing. Timeless style leaves room for individuality without making the choice depend on a passing look, and quality remains a sensible point of focus for belongings intended to become part of a regular routine. Back-to-school travel is ultimately about more than a single packed departure. It includes arrivals, reunions, everyday goodbyes, and the growing familiarity of a route traveled again and again. A considered selection of school travel gear fits naturally into that story, with choices shaped by the person, the school, and the journeys connecting them.

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