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The Nomatic Travel Bag 40L is the ultimate travel backpack for week-long trips. Designed for versatility, this 40L backpack easily transitions from backpack to duffel with our patented strap system. Featuring removable waist straps for added comfort, a custom laundry bag and dedicated compartments for shoes, clothes, a laptop and a water bottle, this 40L backpack keeps you organized. Made from durable water-resistant materials, the Nomatic Travel Bag 40L ensures you're prepared for any adventure. Also available in 30L size.
• Converts from backpack to duffel with patented strap system
• Fits a 16” laptop and tablet
• 12 internal pockets, including dedicated storage for shoes, tech, water bottle, and travel essentials
• Internal water bottle pocket with waterproof lining protects against spills
• Luggage handle pass-through
• Carry-on size; meets most major airline overhead bin dimensions
• Includes removable waist straps and laundry bag to separate dirty clothes
• Made with durable, water-resistant materials and tamper-resistant zippers
• Weight: 3.42 lbs
• Capacity: 40L
• Dimensions: 21" W x 14" D x 9" H
• Laptop Compartment: Fits devices up to 16" x 10.5" x 1.5"
• Exterior Material: 90% Polyester / 10% Nylon
• Included: Removable Waist Straps, Laundry Bag
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It's All In The Details
Backpack or Duffel Bag
Converts from backpack to duffel with patented strap system.
Laptop & Tablet Sleeve
Protect up to a 16” laptop and tablet with a dedicated sleeve.
A Pocket For Everything
12 internal pockets, including dedicated storage for shoes, tech, water bottle, and travel essentials
Room For Everything
Spacious, wide-open main compartment for easy packing.
Water Bottle Pocket
Internal water bottle pocket with waterproof lining protects against spills.
The Ultimate Carry-On Duffel
Game-Changing Travel Companion! 7+ Years & Counting"I bought the NOMATIC Travel Bag 40L in 2017, and it’s been a game-changer! From road trips across the U.S. to adventures in Europe, Asia, Mexico, and the Caribbean, this bag has been my go-to. I've lost track of the compliments and questions it gets. What really stands out is NOMATIC's lifetime warranty and customer service—I’ve used it twice, and both times the process was seamless: take some photos, ship it back, and a new backpack arrives. Now, I own over a dozen NOMATIC products because their quality, durability, and innovation are unmatched. If you're on the fence, trust me—it's worth every penny!" - Carl L. (Verified Buyer)
Best Bag Ever!"This is the best bag ever! We’ve had it for 7 years and traveled all over the world with it. After many flights, it got slightly damaged, so we used the lifetime warranty, and the customer service was AMAZING! Now I have a brand-new bag ready for more adventures!" - Nicole C. (Verified Buyer)
Carry-On Size
Meets most major airline overhead bin dimensions.
Pair With Any Luggage
Fit on top of any suitcase with a luggage handle pass-through.
Shoe Compartment
To keep dirty shoes separate.
Clothing Compartment
To separate socks, underwear and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Travel Bag 30L is more compact—ideal for minimalist packers, weekend trips, or travelers who want a bag that fits under most airline seats. It includes a ventilated shoe compartment that fits up to two pairs of shoes, making it great for gym use, short getaways, or personal-item travel.
The Travel Bag 40L offers 10 extra liters of space—perfect for longer trips or travelers who pack more. It includes a custom laundry bag to separate dirty clothes and has a slightly smaller, non-ventilated shoe compartment. It’s carry-on approved for most airlines and designed to store in overhead bins.
Choose the 30L if:
- You want a compact carry that fits under most airline seats
- You prefer a lighter load or have a smaller frame
- You need a ventilated shoe pocket that holds up to two pairs
Choose the 40L if:
- You need more space for longer trips
- You’re okay with a little extra weight in exchange for added capacity
- You typically store your bag in an overhead bin when flying
Yes. The 40L is carry-on compliant for most major airlines and fits in standard overhead bins. However, we recommend checking your airline’s carry-on size limits, especially for international travel.
No. The 40L is designed to fit in overhead compartments and does not fit under most airline seats. If under-seat storage is a priority, consider the 30L version instead.
The internal water bottle pocket holds bottles up to 9” tall, and the waterproof lining helps protect your gear from spills.
Yes. The 40L has a dedicated internal shoe compartment, though it’s smaller than the one in the 30L and does not include ventilation.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
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- RobertVerified BuyerI recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars11/14/25Time will tell
I got it for the form factor and the tight neat shape for airline travel. We'll see how it holds up after some serious overseas travel. Fairly comfortable in some light use, I haven't really loaded it and lived out of it yet. With the smooth water resistant finish it does get a little sweaty on your back. The fabric seems like it will be water resistant for now, we'll see after it breaks in more. My hydro flask doesn't fit in the water bottle holder area but I can get something smaller that will. Not sure how long the liner will hold up if you jam a large bottle in there frequently. I'd rather have seen some way to store the water bottle on the outside for walking around and then just remove it to go back to the neat rectangular shape to stow on the plane, like a zip open expandable pocket with tie string to secure the top. My shoes don't fit in the shoe holder area, but only because they're too long at a 14, something smaller like tennis shoes in a size 10 would probably be fine. The laptop/tablet sleeves seem convenient and protected well if you utilize that. Grab handles are nice and well placed. My smartphone does actually fit in the waist belt pockets if you use those, (little hard to get in there initially), they're easily removable also. Not sure if/what I'll use all the smaller side pocket organization for yet but after more travel maybe I'll end up better utilizing it. We'll see if it ends up being a full time replacement for my worn out 30 year old kelty backpack…
Was this helpful? - Anthony R.Verified BuyerI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars10/14/25Great bag!
This bag holds a ton, and i love all of the pockets for organization! Big fan of Nomatic. It compliments my McKinnon Camera Bag great!
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