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Best Travel Pillows

On long flights, overnight trains and bus journeys, a neck pillow and eye mask are the difference between dozing and actually sleeping.

What to look for

Chin support
U-shaped pillows let your head fall forward. Designs with a raised front or wrap-around support hold your head better.
Packability
Inflatable pillows pack tiny. Memory foam is more comfortable but bulky — clip it to your bag outside.
Washable cover
A removable cover you can wash matters after a few trips.

Recommended options

Picked to match the buying advice above. Check each listing’s size, specs and current price before you buy.

Comparison

Best Travel Pillows compared
OptionRoleBudgetWeightBest for
Adofys Memory Foam Travel Neck PillowBest overall, Best for long tripsSee listing—Long flights, Overnight trains
Intex Inflatable PillowBest budget, Best compact optionSee listing—Backpacking, Carry-on only
Basicare Travel Sleep Kit (Eye Mask & Earplugs)Best for flightsSee listing—Flights, Trains, Hostels

Best for different trips

  • Best overallAdofys Memory Foam Travel Neck Pillow — long flights, overnight trains
  • Best budgetIntex Inflatable Pillow — backpacking, carry-on only
  • Best for flightsBasicare Travel Sleep Kit (Eye Mask & Earplugs) — flights, trains, hostels

Buying considerations

  • Pair a pillow with an eye mask and earplugs for overnight journeys.
  • For short flights under two hours, a pillow is usually not worth the space.

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