A duffel is truly a wardrobe workhorse. From toting weekend essentials for a mini trip away, to doubling as a carry-on for your next long flight to working as a larger tote or handbag during a busy week where you may be hopping from place to place, a great travel duffel bag is an essential. And finding one that holds everything you need in an organized way is a great investment. From lots of pockets to stunning design, here are our favorite travel duffel bags on the market today for your upcoming travel.
Baboon to the Moon Go-Bag Big
Description: Machine washable and waterproof, this duffel fits more than five days worth of clothing, so it’s ideal for longer trips of the road and air variety. You can wear it as a backpack, carry it like a standard duffel using the side handle, or wear it on your shoulder using its longer strap.
Why We Love It: Super fun colorways in a range of shades distinguish this gigunda duffel from others on the market. Per the description, it’ll “survive anything you throw at it and should not be treated preciously.” Sounds like our kind of bag. Also, the copywriting is inspired, like the name of the brand’s new Spaghetti Confetti collection.
Promising Review: “Love this bag! Really happy with the quality. Comfortable to carry in backpack mode. Fits nearly 10 days worth of clothes without stressing the zippers and maintains the perfect form factor! Would def buy again and thinking about getting the smaller bag as well!”
Price: $219 at UrbanOutfitters.com
Vera Bradley Duffel Bag
Description: Boasting an incredible five stars on Amazon, this machine-washable cotton printed bag comes in a wide range of patterns. The quilted cotton material is lightweight but durable. This one’s a best seller for a reason.
Why We Love It: Stylish, lightweight, makes traveling a breeze. The 15-inch strap lets you grab on the go, while the zip-top closure keeps it all secure. The duffel’s interior pockets feature elastic mesh organizers for everything from your beauty products to jewelry. On the exterior, you’ve got a zip pocket and a slip pocket, perfect for reading material, wallets and boarding passes for easy accessibility.
Promising Review: “This bag is great, it can hold tons. I was able to fit all the clothes I needed for a four-day trip and my husband’s clothes as well. Included with that I had a big puffy vest, sweaters, jeans and a hoodie. So not just shorts and T-shirts, some bulky items.”
Price: $120 at Amazon.com
Plambag Canvas Duffel
Description: Perfect for up to an entire week away! This unisex weekender features a large main compartment and a zipper compartment with exterior side pockets for everything from your laptop to toiletries.
Why We Love It: This spacious duffel holds up to 60 liters and fits so many daily essentials — including multiple pairs of shoes. Plastic cushions at the bottom of the bag ensure it stays clean, no matter what’s on the itinerary. It can be worn up to three ways — crossbody, in your hand and on your shoulder.
Promising Review: “This bag has plenty of room, enough for me to be on the road for at least five days. I’m able to carry all my essential items plus some extra stuff. On top, I put my jacket under the straps and I’m good to go.”
Price: $64.99 at Amazon.com
Lands’ End Canvas Weekender Duffel Bag
Description: A gorgeous, versatile bag at a wallet-friendly price. It features durable cotton canvas and strong construction to hold up to even the heaviest loads — up to 200 lbs.
Why We Love It: Adventure awaits. This bag holds all of your must-haves for a weekend trip and keeps it all easily accessible with loads of interior and exterior pockets. We love that it comes in a variety of subtle shades to match your luggage.
Promising Review: “I can’t be more satisfied with this purchase. It is just the right size with inside and outside pockets. Zipper closure is fantastic. I sprayed the inside and outside with Scotchgard to help keep it clean. I love this bag.”
Price: $89.95 at LandsEnd.com
Calpak Luka Duffel
Description: The perfect bag for work, travel and of course, the gym. This bag comes in several on-trend shades and looks modern and minimalist at the same time.
Why We Love It: Pockets, pockets, pockets. This cute, puffy bag has a separate space for everything.
This large weekender bag boasts waterproof fabric and works as an everyday tote or an overnight bag for travel. It also includes a shoe compartment. Best of all, you can even make it a matching set with coordinating luggage.
Promising Review: “I am in love with this bag! It is beautiful and functional. The pockets are helpful to keep all of my stuff organized. I primarily use it as a gym and swim bag. I have also used it for an overnight bag. I am incredibly impressed with the quality for an affordable price!”
Price: $120 at Calpak.com
AmazonBasics Ripstop Wheeled Duffel
Description: Durable design, larger size and wheels separate this duffel from many competitors on this list.
Why We Love It: Secure storage that’s easily organized make for the perfect carry-on for multiple situations. Great for longer trips, this bag offers several zippered front and main compartments to streamline your stash. An upright, telescopic handle and in-line wheels give you smooth mobility.
Promising Review: “This is a great bag. It is on the larger-than-usual side. You can go over the weight limits easily so you have to be careful there. Otherwise the sturdiness, zippers, storage areas are all fantastic. It is a higher value bag than other bags I have bought for over $250. Great purchase for me!”
Price: $120 at Amazon.com
HYC00 Travel Duffel Bag
Description: Available in a wide variety of colors, this bag has high-density, water-resistant fabric. It’s organized to help you separate wet and dry items and features a crossbody design.
Why We Love It: This versatile nylon bag can be used for everything from the gym to sports to swimming to travel. Filled with functional pockets, you can easily separate your phone, keys, wallet and other valuables. It’s the ideal size for a carry-on and boasts a padded shoulder strap for comfortable lifting and carrying.
Promising Review: “It’s very big, but not too big. It fits all of my makeup bags which is a lot, lol. So it’s absolutely perfect. I’m a dancer and it’s very convenient to put all my makeup, shoes and clothes in one bag instead of 2 or 3. Might buy another.”
Price: $22.99 at Amazon.com
Halfday Duffle Bag
Description: This chic bag comes in a range of neutral colors and works just as well for men as it does for women. Part garment bag and part duffel bag, this extra roomy bag allows you to hang your suit or dress, then stow your shoes in the side compartments. This leaves space once you fold and zipper the bag to reveal more space for your folded clothing. Add your toiletries, accessories and you’re good to go.
Why We Love It: It’s gender neutral and makes the perfect gift for the constant traveler or consultant in your life. Or yourself!
Promising Review: I’m a believer. I was a bit cynical about this bag but I decided to take a chance. I travel extensively for business and I’m over six feet tall, so I was doubting my clothes would fit. Bottom line… I love this bag and it’s perfectly suited for a hectic business schedule! Easy to pack and easier to carry on to a plane. It keeps my suits from wrinkling and has ample room for a two- to three-day business trip. Very glad I ordered. Won’t be my last time.
Price: $98 at Halfdaytravel.com
Convertible Carry On Garment Bag for Women
Description: This pretty in pink duffel bag is also a hanging garment bag. There are two buckles inside to keep your clothing flat so it doesn’t move during your journey for a wrinkle-free look once you arrive at your destination.
Why We Love It: The combo of a duffel and a garment bag, of course, but also the various internal pockets plus its large interior space that can be filled with everything from shoes to toiletries to cosmetics. It’ll quickly become your go-to traveling essential, whether you’re carrying on or checking.
Promising Review: Love this design! The blush color is as pictured and made of a strong durable material. I am an over-packer and would like to change that. I’m hopeful that I can do that with this bag since it has a garment bag and duffle all in one. Fingers crossed! But even if I over-packed, this bag would make me feel better knowing I would have all the basics I need ON the plane with me.
Price: $44.99 at Amazon.com
Dagne Dover Landon Carryall Bag in Medium
Description: Outfitted with a neoprene luggage handle sleeve, this oversized bag is durable and adorable. It works just as well for a nature-filled weekend in the woods as it does on the streets of New York City.
Why We Love It: Available in a range of wearable shades, this lightweight bag is large enough for a few days away and unsnaps at the sides to create more room for unexpected must-haves you can’t leave behind. It also includes a padded laptop sleeve, an air mesh pouch for small items and a water bottle pocket so you can stay hydrated on the plane or on a hike. A stretch key leash, shoe duster and extra interior pockets keep you organized, while a pocket on the back of the bag is ideal for stashing away your passport or your phone.
Promising Review: The best carry-on bag for my 16 inch laptop. I already had the Landon Carryall bag in a smaller size and it was my go-to bag for a carry-on that fit under the seat. With my 16 inch laptop I had to upgrade the size of my bag. The larger bag is so much roomier than my smaller bag, but it still fits under the seat! I also love the pocket that attaches it to my roller bag. This bag is also great for a quick weekend getaway — including an extra pair of shoes! I highly recommend this bag.
Price: $215 at Dagnedover.com
Bagsmart Weekender Bag
Description: Its compact size, quilted effect and stunning array of colorways makes this the perfect bag for international and domestic travel. It’s also good for those who commute to work and want to take a lot of stuff during the day. It’s also a perfect hospital bag for labor and delivery.
Why We Love It: A must-have for yogis, it offers a sport-friendly yoga mat buckle that makes it oh so easy to carry your yoga mat. No need to purchase a separate yoga mat bag or strap! It also boasts nine multifunctional pockets in which to store all your daily essentials from toiletries to laptops to your wallet and passport. The spacious interior can hold clothes, laptops and other electronics.
Promising Review: Great for travel. This was a bag that I had looked for for some time now. I always do carry on and with this handy bag I was able to take presents, more clothes and whatever else I stuffed in there. I used it as my “purse.” Great for the money.
Price: $30.99 at Amazon.com
Beis The Sport Duffel
Description: Available in neutral beige or black, this roomy duffel bag is your gym companion or your overnight must-have. Designed to move with you throughout your busy day, it fits perfectly in a gym locker or under your seat on a plane.
Why We Love It: It features a padded crossbody design with a shoulder strap, making it suitable — and comfortable for long hauls. There are also stow-away padded backpack straps and a valet sleeve to slip over your luggage handle for when you’re on the go.
Promising Review: This bag is amazing!! So versatile and it’s even comfortable on your arm when loaded with gym stuff. I am seriously considering buying the cream color as a weekender back. Buy it!!! You won’t regret it.
Price: $88 at Beistravel.com
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