The Best Commuter Bags For Short Trips And Long Walks

As lockdown restrictions continue to ease across the country, more non-essential workers will be trickling back into the workplace. If you're among them, we wouldn't be surprised if you've been re-considering your usual method of transportation — especially if it required taking the subway. If you're fortunate to live close enough to your office where riding a bike or walking is possible, then it may be time to invest in a bag that's better suited to your new commute.

Whatever the trek from your front door to work and back looks like, having a bag that keeps all of your essentials secure and close-at-hand is key. And while the lady bag trend is cute for a night out (whenever those become a thing again), the weekday deserves a more efficient carryall that can handle everything from your laptop to tablet and workout clothes — plus, your wallet-keys-phone combo.

Ahead, we've broken down 22 bag styles into commuter-friendly categories that won't ask you to sacrifice style for comfort when it comes to getting to and from work with all your stuff (like a modern-day Mary Poppins).

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Laptop Bag

If you've got to bring your own laptop into work, opt for a bag that'll keep it safe and secure. A nicely sized tote can do the trick, or you can choose a style made specifically for computers with a detachable shoulder strap to free up your hands when needed.

Everlane The Form Bag, $, available at Everlane

Calpak Haven Laptop Tote Bag, $, available at Calpak

ECOSUSI Laptop Tote, $, available at Amazon

Béis The Canvas Tote, $, available at Nordstrom

Elizabeth and James Skylar Tote, $, available at Kohl's

Cuyana Tall Structured Leather Tote, $, available at Cuyana

Coach Tyler Carryall, $, available at Coach

Backpack

If you've got more to schlep than your cross-body can handle, a backpack is your best bet. Plus, evening out the weight on both shoulders will alleviate the strain on your back and neck — be it on a bike, a scooter, or your own two feet.

Lululemon Quilted Embrace Backpack, $, available at Lululemon

A New Day Full Side Pocket Backpack, $, available at Target

Madewell The Transport Rucksack, $, available at Madewell

Co-Lab Slim Backpack, $, available at Nordstrom Rack

caraa Stratus Backpack, $, available at caraa

Lo & Sons The Rowledge Backpack, $, available at Lo & Sons

Bike Bag

Durable cross-body bags and backpacks are definitely a biker's best friend. That being said, not just any style will do. For a proper commuter, your shoulder-strapped bag needs a decent amount of functionality and durability to survive its intense journey (weather withstanding).

Baggu Sport Messenger Bag, $, available at Baggu

Athleta Kinetic Sling Crossbody, $, available at Athleta

Carhartt D89 Messenger, $, available at Zappos

Away The Messenger Bag, $, available at Away

Convertible Gym Bag

While you may not be rushing back to your gym, you can still plan ahead for when resuming your old routine is possible. In this case, you'll want a bag that can also accommodate your workout gear with separate pockets for your shoes, storage for your yoga mat, and internal organizers to keep your work stuff separate.

Adidas Vintage Airliner Bag, $, available at Adidas

Sweaty Betty Icon Luxe Kit Bag, $, available at Sweaty Betty

Alo Yoga City Zen Duffle, $, available at Alo Yoga

Y.U.M.C. Travel Yoga Gym Bag, $, available at Amazon

Baosha Canvas Weekender Bag With Shoe Compartment, $, available at Amazon

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