The Commuter Backpack

The Commuter Backpack has all the features you know and love, like a breathable mesh back panel for all-day comfort, an interior organization system (with 50% more pockets), and a trolley sleeve. You’ll also find a padded exterior 16" laptop sleeve and a detachable key clip to keep your essentials secure and accessible

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The Commuter Backpack

Name: The Commuter Backpack
Brand: Away Travel
SKU: 100700BLKV1Standard
Price: 295.0 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.47 (134 reviews)

in Jet Black

Regular price C$295

Sale price C$295 Regular price ~~C$295~~

The Commuter Backpack back view showing padded shoulder straps and trolley sleeve feature

Front slip pocket with small notebook and charging cord

Front exterior zip pocket, detachable key clip, and exterior water bottle pocket of The Commuter Backpack

Main compartment of the Commuter Backpack packed with a notebook, light layers, and headphones

The Commuter Backpack on top of an Away suitcase, attached by the trolley pass-through sleeve

Close up view of the nylon material and exterior water bottle pocket

Color: Jet Black

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The Commuter Backpack in Jet Black

Regular price C$295

Sale price C$295

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Not available at Austin

Mon-Sat 10am-7pm | Sun 12pm-6pm

(512) 814-1255

Available at Boston: Newbury

Mon-Sat 11am-7pm | Sun 11am-6pm

(857) 328-0662

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(312) 517-0099

Not available at Dallas

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(469) 620-0875

Available at Washington DC

Sun 11am–6pm | Mon -Sat 11am–7pm

(202) 978-2604

Not available at Houston

Mon-Sat 11am-6pm | Sun 12pm-6pm

(713) 936-6847

Available at LA: Venice Beach

Mon–Sun 11am-6pm

(424) 264-2251

Not available at LA: West Hollywood

Mon-Sun 11am-6pm

(323) 424-3561

Available at London

Mon-Fri 11am-6pm | Sat 11am-6pm | Sun 12pm-5pm

020 7681 0341

Available at Nashville

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(615) 716-9225

Available at NYC: Noho

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(646) 649-3191

Available at NYC : Williamsburg

Mon-Sat 11am-7pm | Sun 12pm-6pm

(347) 955-9411

Available at San Francisco: Hayes Valley

Mon-Sat 11am–6pm | Sun 12pm–6pm

(415) 796-2171

Available at San Jose

Sun-Thurs 11am–7pm | Fri-Sat 11am-8pm

(408) 716-8882

Available at Seattle

Mon-Sat 10am–8pm | Sun 11am–6pm

(206) 407-3209

Available at Toronto

Mon-Sat 10:00am–9:00pm | Sun 11:00am-7:00pm

416-929-5666

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Small Toiletry Bag

C$85 C$85 C$85 C$85

Jet Black
Navy Blue
Coast Blue
Olive Green

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The Commuter Backpack

Description

The Commuter Backpack has all the features you know and love, like a breathable mesh back panel for all-day comfort, an interior organization system (with 50% more pockets), and a trolley sleeve.

You'll also find a padded exterior 16" laptop sleeve and a detachable key clip to keep your essentials secure and accessible. Its top handle and shoulder straps have extra padding to bring supreme comfort to your commute no matter the distance. Plus, it has two exterior water bottle pockets to keep you hydrated on the go. Whether heading to the office, or your next business trip, this backpack has everything you need for the journey—and then some.

Features

Made from 100% recycled nylon and 50% recycled leather trim
Two exterior water bottle pockets that hold up to 48 oz bottles
Four exterior pockets for quick access to all your essentials
Breathable air mesh back panel
Adjustable, extra padded shoulder straps for all - day comfort
50% more interior pockets for superior organization
Exterior, padded laptop pocket fits computers up to 16" with an extra slip pocket for tablets
Key clip to secure your essentials
Trolley sleeve that secures to any Away suitcase for a smooth ride

Size

Material 100% recycled nylon, 50% recycled leather trim
Capacity 25L
Dimensions 31.5 x 16.5cm x 45cm
Weight 1.13 kg

Warranty

We want you to love getting Away, which is why we offer free returns and exchanges on unused items within 100 days. You can test your purchase at home, but it must remain unused to be eligible. Learn more.

Our bags and accessories are all protected by a limited one-year warranty, which includes coverage for functional damage due to manufacturing defects or unexpected rough travel. Learn more.

Our products work better together

Small Toiletry Bag

C$85 C$85 C$85 C$85

Jet Black
Navy Blue
Coast Blue
Olive Green

Description

The Commuter Backpack in Jet BlackEdit

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I bought this as a second bag for travel and for getting to work . It’s comfortable and well organized. I weirdly like the zip side water bottle pockets…. Great...

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Awesome pack. So many compartments, and it's bigger than I expected. I fit a 32 oz canister in it. My laptop, chargers and everything else stay separate and don't get tangled, and I can carry books too. That much organized...

I love the back pack! It's comfortable and I was able to organize all my electronics and other needs easily. It's made exceptionally well. Read a review previously questioning the material which made me hesitant on purchasing.....ignore that review. It's...

I bought this as a second bag for travel and for getting to work . It’s comfortable and well organized. I weirdly like the zip side water bottle pockets…. Great for chargers etc

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Everything is designed to work together with thoughtful details like a trolley sleeve on our best-selling bags.

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Cloud Gray
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Cherry Red
Lavender Haze Purple

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Navy Blue
Coast Blue
Cloud Gray
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Topside Medium Trunk

C$618

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C$360 C$360 C$360 C$360 C$360 C$360 C$360 C$360 C$360 C$368 C$368

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Coast Blue
Olive Green
Sea Green
Cloud Gray
Salt White
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The Medium

C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$518 C$518

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Navy Blue
Coast Blue
Olive Green
Sea Green
Cloud Gray
Salt White
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Cherry Red
Woody Yellow
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The Large

C$500 C$500 C$500 C$500 C$500 C$500 C$500

Jet Black
Navy Blue
Coast Blue
Sea Green
Salt White
Blush Pink
Cherry Red

The Bigger Carry-On Flex

C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$475

Jet Black
Navy Blue
Coast Blue
Olive Green
Sea Green
Cloud Gray
Salt White
Blush Pink
Cherry Red
Lavender Haze Purple

The Bigger Carry-On Flex

C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$460 C$475

Jet Black
Navy Blue
Coast Blue
Olive Green
Sea Green
Cloud Gray
Salt White
Blush Pink
Cherry Red
Lavender Haze Purple

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Easy returns

Free returns and exchanges for the first 100 days on unused items

Free shipping

Free shipping over $100*

Questions? We're here to help

What water bottle sizes can the Commuter Backpack support?

The Commuter Backpack comes with two adjustable exterior water bottle pockets that can support up to 48-ounce water bottles.

What size laptop does the Commuter Backpack fit?

The padded laptop sleeve can accomodate a 16" laptop.

Can I access the laptop compartment easily?

Yes! The padded laptop compartment is located on the exterior of the backpack with a separate zipper, allowing for quick and easy access, especially useful for airport security checkpoints.

Does the backpack have a luggage sleeve so I can stack it on my Carry-On?

Yes, the Commuter Backpack includes a trolley sleeve so you can easily slide it onto any Away suitcase while you’re on the go; just like all of our other backpacks for speeding through an airport with ease!

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Idbnyc November 09, 2026

I bought this as a second bag for travel and for getting to work . It’s comfortable and well organized. I weirdly like the zip side water bottle pockets…. Great for chargers etc

So many compartments

Tim November 09, 2026

Awesome Bag

JSK66 October 31, 2026

Great Backpack!

GreenGiirl25 October 26, 2026

I bought this backpack to replace my Dagne Dover I just had recently purchased as Teacher/Masters student. I had bought an Away backpack in 2023 and loved it but thought Dagne Dover would work better. Horrific mistake, it hardly held what I needed and was weighed down on my back....

Very functional lightweight bag.

KarmaLoulou October 20, 2026

I received this backpack yesterday so have not had a chance to use it yet. My initial impressions are as follows: What I Like: - The bag is fairly lightweight and has multiple pockets including the external adjustable water bottle pockets. - The two mesh pockets, although they are a...

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