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Campus Commuter Backpacks

Find campus commuter backpacks for the trip to class and back. Browse the selection with your books, supplies and other daily essentials in mind, and compare individual product dimensions and features to choose a backpack that fits your campus routine.

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Trail Model Day Hiking Pack
L.L.Bean Trail Model Day Hiking Pack
A rugged black hiking pack made from recycled polyester with a hydration sleeve and multiple pockets.
(0)
$89.95 $75.99
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$89.95 $75.99
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L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L
A rugged brown nylon backpack with weatherproof fabric, padded support, dual compartments, and reflective trim.
(2,724)
$54.95 $54.95
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$54.95 $54.95
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L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L, Print
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L, Print
A durable, weatherproof 37L backpack with dual compartments, laptop sleeve, and ergonomic straps in multi tie dye.
(2,064)
$54.95 $24.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Spacious design
Attractive appearance
Durable construction
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $24.99
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Mountain Classic Cordura Pack, 22L
L.L.Bean Mountain Classic Cordura Pack, 22L
A rugged, multi-color nylon backpack with water resistance, padded laptop compartment, and multiple organizational pockets.
(188)
$110 $79.99
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What customers like:
Well-liked overall design
Attractive color options
Perfect size for laptop and notebook
Comfortable to carry
$110 $79.99
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 36L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 36L
A versatile 36L school backpack with padded laptop sleeve, made from rugged black 420-denier ripstop nylon.
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$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Super Deluxe Book Pack, 41L
L.L.Bean Super Deluxe Book Pack, 41L
A spacious blue nylon backpack with dual compartments, padded laptop sleeve, and reflective piping for visibility.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 24L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 24L
A sleek 24L unisex backpack in purple nylon with padded laptop sleeve and multiple zippered pockets.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 32L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 32L
A versatile black nylon pack with smart storage, padded laptop compartment, and reflective trim for visibility.
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$89.95 $89.95
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$89.95 $89.95
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L.L.Bean Continental Rucksack
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Continental Rucksack
A durable, recycled nylon rucksack in carbon navy with padded straps, hydration/laptop sleeve, and fleece-lined pockets.
(0)
$140 $140
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$140 $140
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 42L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 42L
A rugged gray nylon backpack with ergonomic design, padded laptop compartment, and multiple pockets for organized travel.
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$110 $110
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$110 $110
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L.L.Bean Continental Rucksack, Color Block
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Continental Rucksack, Color Block
A multi-color nylon rucksack featuring a hydration/laptop sleeve and fleece-lined electronics pocket for versatility.
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$140 $140
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$140 $140
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Wharf Street Commuter Pack
L.L.Bean Wharf Street Commuter Pack
A rugged green commuter pack made from 100% recycled nylon with padded laptop storage and breathable straps.
(0)
$79.95 $59.99
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$79.95 $59.99
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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, multi-color printed polyester backpack with padded straps, water bottle pocket, and reflective details.
(1,774)
$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, 20L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, 20L
A sleek, mallard teal day pack made from recycled polyester, perfect for travel with its compact stowaway feature.
(1,045)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Functional design
Plenty of space
Lightweight
Durable
Beautiful colors
$69.95 $69.95
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L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L
A durable blue nylon backpack with padded straps, reflective details, and multiple compartments for easy organization.
(985)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Attractive design
Durable and sturdy
Spacious and roomy
High quality construction
Comfortable to wear
$44.95 $44.95
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L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Day Pack, 15L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Day Pack, 15L
A lightweight blue day pack made from durable nylon with breathable straps and multiple convenient storage pockets.
(38)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, Print
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, Print
A superlight blue recycled ripstop polyester backpack with multiple pockets, mesh back panel, and stowaway design.
(0)
$69.95 $49.99
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$69.95 $49.99
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Bean's Explorer Backpack, 32L
L.L.Bean Bean's Explorer Backpack, 32L
A weatherproof blue backpack made from recycled polyester/nylon with multiple pockets and reflective safety piping.
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$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Continental Rucksack, Waxed Canvas
L.L.Bean Continental Rucksack, Waxed Canvas
A rugged tan waxed canvas rucksack with leather trim, laptop sleeve, and fleece-lined electronics pocket.
(0)
$200 $200
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$200 $200
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Stowaway Day Pack, 28L
L.L.Bean Stowaway Day Pack, 28L
A superlight gray 28L hiking backpack made from recycled polyester ripstop with multiple pockets and comfort features.
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$99.95 $84.99
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$99.95 $84.99
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Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L
L.L.Bean Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L
A rugged, multi-color recycled polyester backpack with laptop compartment, dual water-bottle pockets, and reflective piping.
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$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Waxed Canvas Travel Backpack
L.L.Bean Waxed Canvas Travel Backpack
A durable blue waxed-canvas backpack with leather trim, featuring ergonomic straps and multiple compartments.
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$170 $139.99
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$170 $139.99
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L.L.Bean Adventure Day Packs
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Adventure Day Packs
A rugged, mallard teal day pack made from recycled nylon with ample organizational features for outdoor adventures.
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$110 $110
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$110 $110
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L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Pack, 26L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Pack, 26L
A lightweight blue hiking backpack made from durable nylon with multiple compartments and breathable, padded straps.
(0)
$120 $120
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$120 $120
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Campus Commuter Backpacks

Campus Commuter Backpacks are part of a familiar college routine: heading across the quad before the first class, stopping at the library between lectures and making the trip home with tomorrow’s reading in mind. Choosing one starts with a clear picture of that everyday load. A schedule built around a few notebooks calls for different purchase considerations than one that includes a computer, several textbooks and a full day away from home. Before narrowing down the options, set out what usually comes along and check each backpack’s listed dimensions and capacity against those essentials. If a computer is on that list, compare its measurements with the stated compartment dimensions rather than relying on a general size description. It’s a small step that can make the choice more straightforward, especially when two backpacks look much the same in a photograph.

The details worth comparing are often the ones that match habits you already have. Think about the moment you reach for your student ID at the library entrance, or look for a pen just as a lecture begins. Review the pocket layout, openings and compartment descriptions with those moments in mind. Someone who likes a separate place for every small item may prefer a different arrangement from someone who keeps supplies together in a pouch. Neither approach needs to be complicated; the goal is to choose a layout that makes sense to you. Look closely at the listed measurements, strap adjustments and fit information, too, particularly if you’ll be wearing the backpack between buildings throughout the day. For style, consider the coats and other clothes already in your rotation. A familiar color or a simple shape can feel more personal than choosing something just because it stands out on the shelf.

For students beginning their first semester, returning to school or continuing through graduate studies, a campus backpack is a personal choice tied to a particular routine. The right starting point isn’t necessarily the largest option or the one with the most compartments, but the one whose listed details line up with what that person carries. That matters when choosing a gift as well. A backpack can be a thoughtful way to mark a graduation or the start of college, especially when the recipient has a say in the size, layout and appearance. Ask about their computer dimensions, typical course materials and preferred style before making the selection. The backpack they carried in high school may also offer useful clues: what they liked, which pockets they never used and what they wished had been arranged differently. Those ordinary details give a gift a welcome personal touch and help narrow a broad selection to options that suit the student’s campus commute.

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