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Women's Travel Shorts

Find women's travel shorts that suit your style and travel plans. Browse the selection by fit, length and design details to find a pair that works with the tops and shoes you’re packing.

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Women's Access Trail Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Access Trail Shorts
A gray, ultralight nylon-spandex short with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying stretch, and secure pockets for travel.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's Vista Camp Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Shorts
A blue, lightweight nylon-spandex short with quick-drying, moisture-wicking ripstop fabric, UPF 50+, and secure zip pockets.
(1,449)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight and breathable
Quick-drying material
True to size
High-quality fabric
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Tropicwear Shorts, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shorts, Mid-Rise
A gray nylon-spandex short with UPF 50+ sun protection, quick-drying comfort, multiple pockets, and removable belt.
(143)
$64.95 $64.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Lightweight
Good pockets
High quality workmanship
Comfortable
$64.95 $64.95
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Women's Tropicwear Comfort Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Comfort Shorts
A gray stretch short with recycled polyester, UPF 50+ sun protection, quick-drying comfort, and water repellency.
(70)
$64.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Good inseam length
Easy on and off
Soft fabric
$64.95 $44.99
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Women's Explorer Ripstop Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Explorer Ripstop Shorts
A green pair of cotton-blend shorts with moisture-wicking, abrasion-resistant performance and a secure zip pocket.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
A white, mid-rise short made from stretchy organic cotton blend with an elastic waist for comfort.
(476)
$49.95 $49.95
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What customers like:
Well-made
Durable
True to size
Versatile
Comfortable
$49.95 $49.95
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Women's Premium Washable Linen Shorts, Mid-Rise 6"
L.L.Bean Women's Premium Washable Linen Shorts, Mid-Rise 6"
A pair of blue, washable linen shorts with an elastic drawcord waist and handy pockets.
(0)
$74 $36.99
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$74 $36.99
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Embroidery
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Embroidery
A blue, lightweight pair of soft, stretch organic-cotton shorts with an elastic drawstring waist and embroidery.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's Multisport Trail Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Multisport Trail Shorts
A black, water- and abrasion-resistant shorts in a recycled-polyester blend with moisture-wicking, quick-drying UPF 50+ protection.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Chambray
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Chambray
A soft-washed blue chambray pair made from stretchy organic cotton with an elastic drawstring waist.
(356)
$49.95 $49.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
High-quality material
Functional pockets
Versatile design
Exceptional comfort
$49.95 $49.95
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Seersucker Bermudas 9"
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Seersucker Bermudas 9"
A blue cotton seersucker Bermuda short with comfortable stretch, a mid-rise fit, and convenient pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Shorts
A breezy, pull-on style in multicolor cotton-modal seersucker with stretch, pockets, and an adjustable drawstring.
(0)
$49.95 $29.99
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$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Chino Bermudas 9" Print
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Chino Bermudas 9" Print
A blue printed cotton-blend Bermuda short with stretch comfort, garment-washed softness and a slightly fitted silhouette.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Tropicwear Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
A gray nylon-spandex pant with quick-drying, moisture-wicking, UPF 50+ fabric that zips off into shorts.
(206)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
Versatile design
High-quality fabric
Good fit
Ideal for tropical wear
Worth the price
$99.95 $99.95
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Women's 207 Vintage Cotton Canvas Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's 207 Vintage Cotton Canvas Shorts
A blue, washed cotton-canvas short with stretch, a comfortable 7-inch length, and practical utility pockets.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Chino Bermudas 9"
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Chino Bermudas 9"
A blue cotton-and-spandex blend with a soft, broken-in feel and comfortable Bermuda shorts styling.
(0)
$64.95 $64.95
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$64.95 $64.95
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Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Cargo 7"
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Stretch Shorts, Cargo 7"
A tan cotton-spandex cargo short with stretch comfort, broken-in softness and roomy utility pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's No Fly Zone Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's No Fly Zone Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
A brown nylon-blend pant with insect-repellent treatment, UPF 50+ protection and zip-off legs convert to shorts.
(136)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Great fit
High quality
Comfortable feel
Warmth
Versatile
$110 $110
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Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Short Set
L.L.Bean Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Short Set
A breezy, ultralight cotton-modal seersucker pajama set with button-front shirt, drawstring shorts and side pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $54.99
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$69.95 $54.99
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Women's Vista Camp Skort
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Skort
A black nylon-stretch skort with quick-drying, moisture-wicking fabric, UPF 50+ protection and convenient zip pockets.
(836)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Quality fabric
Lightweight
Comfortable
Good fit
Breathable
$69.95 $69.95
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Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
A blue recycled-nylon swim short with Lycra® spandex, UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying comfort and zip pocket.
(255)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Women's Travel Shorts

Women’s travel shorts are a familiar starting point for a wardrobe that feels like your own, even when you’re far from home. Travel might mean a weekend visiting family, a long-awaited vacation with friends or a few days exploring somewhere you’ve never been. The right style begins with your preferences: the length you like, where you want the waist to sit and the overall shape that feels most natural with the rest of your wardrobe. There’s no need to adopt a different look simply because a suitcase is involved. A clear sense of personal style can make choosing travel clothes more straightforward, especially when every piece has to earn its place in your plans. Picture the trip as a whole rather than a single photograph: arriving at your destination, meeting relatives for lunch, browsing a neighborhood you’ve heard about and gathering with friends at the end of the day. Those moments help put your clothing choices in context without turning packing into a project. For some women, a familiar silhouette is the starting point; for others, a trip is a chance to try a different length or refresh an often-worn part of their wardrobe. Color is another personal choice. You might prefer a shade that echoes the clothes you already own or one that adds a distinct note to an otherwise understated outfit. Neither approach needs to follow a trend. What matters is whether you can picture yourself wearing the pair, not just admiring it in a photograph. Women’s travel shorts belong in that broader conversation about personal style, thoughtful choices and the pleasure of getting away. The most useful comparisons begin with the details that matter to you, rather than a long list of features you may never need. Keeping those priorities in view gives the collection a practical purpose: finding a pair that makes sense for your travel wardrobe and still feels true to the way you like to dress.

Fit deserves a closer look because a size label alone doesn’t tell the whole story. Length, rise and silhouette describe different parts of how shorts sit on the body, and each can influence your preference. Inseam is the measurement along the inside of the leg, from the crotch seam to the hem; rise relates to the distance between the crotch seam and the waistband. Together, those measurements provide more context than a photograph by itself. Comparing them with a pair you already own can give you a familiar reference point, especially if you know exactly what you like about its proportions. A favorite pair might have the length you want but sit differently at the waist than you prefer, or have an appealing shape without the hem position you’re looking for. Separating those details makes comparisons more meaningful. Individual size information is worth reviewing, too, rather than assuming that the same size will have identical proportions across every style. Fabric composition, construction details and care instructions belong in that same product-by-product review. The word “travel” doesn’t establish a particular material, washing method or performance feature, so the individual description is the place to find those facts. If you have a fabric preference, check the stated composition. If clothing care is an important part of your decision, read the instructions before making a choice. Care routines during a trip can differ from those at home, and knowing what a garment requires helps you plan without making assumptions. Durability is also best considered through the information provided for the individual pair, not inferred from the category name. Details about construction and recommended care are more useful than broad promises about how long clothing will last. This attention to specifics needn’t make shopping complicated. It simply puts the most relevant information alongside your own experience, so a choice can reflect both the look you enjoy and the details you want to understand before adding something to your wardrobe.

A travel wardrobe often comes together through small, considered decisions rather than a complete overhaul. Start with the clothes you already reach for, then consider where a pair of shorts would fit within that familiar mix. Perhaps you prefer outfits built around a consistent palette, or perhaps you enjoy giving each day of a trip a slightly different look. Thinking about the whole outfit can help clarify whether you want the shorts to be an understated element or a more noticeable part of your style. It can also keep a packing list focused on actual plans instead of imagined occasions that never make it onto the itinerary. A family visit may have a different rhythm from a vacation with friends, but both leave room for dressing in a way that feels like you. The same personal approach matters when considering women’s travel shorts as a gift. Knowing the recipient’s preferred size, length and silhouette is more helpful than choosing solely around the destination. A thoughtful gift reflects the person taking the trip—their tastes, their existing wardrobe and the details they tend to notice when shopping for themselves. When those preferences aren’t clear, taking time to learn them can make the choice more personal. For another category to explore, browse Women's Camping Shorts and compare individual descriptions according to your own priorities. Across any collection, a category name is a starting point, while the details of each pair help complete the picture. Travel brings enough decisions of its own, from arranging the journey to finding time for the people you’re going to see. Choosing clothing can remain grounded in familiar preferences: a shape you like, proportions you understand and care requirements you’ve reviewed. Women’s travel shorts are one part of that larger wardrobe, chosen with the same attention you give the clothes you enjoy at home—and with the anticipation of the places and people ahead.
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