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Moving Truck Rental: What It Costs
Published September 24, 2026 · Last updated September 30, 2026
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The short answer
Renting a moving truck can start around $20 a day for a small truck on a local move. A one-way, long-distance rental costs much more: about $1,790 on average for a one-bedroom home and $2,210 for a five-bedroom home.
The daily rate is only part of the price. Mileage, fuel, taxes, insurance, and supplies can add a lot.
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What a moving truck rental costs
Price range
| Type of move | Typical truck cost |
|---|---|
| Local (1-50 miles) | $10 to $200 |
| Local, 1-bedroom home | About $130 |
| Local, 5-bedroom home | About $190 |
| One-way, 1-bedroom home | About $1,790 |
| One-way, 5-bedroom home | About $2,210 |
By truck size (daily rate, before mileage):
| Truck | Per day |
|---|---|
| Pickup or cargo van | About $20, plus mileage |
| 10-12 feet | $20 to $30 |
| 14-20 feet | $30 to $80 |
| 22-26 feet | $40 to $130 |
Most rentals also charge 20 to 99 cents per mile. Budget about $150 to $200 for packing supplies and 6% to 10% in state taxes.
Not a quote or an offer. Your price comes from the rental company. Source: Angi, 2026.
Hidden costs to plan for
- Mileage. Local rentals usually charge per mile. One-way rentals often include a set number of miles.
- Fuel. You return the truck with the same fuel level, or pay to refill it. Big trucks get low gas mileage.
- Damage protection. Your personal auto insurance may not cover a rental truck. Ask your insurer before you buy the rental company's coverage. See car insurance.
- Equipment. Dollies, furniture pads, and a tow dolly for your car cost extra.
- Extra days. Late returns can add fees.
Local vs. one-way rentals
- Local rentals are usually priced by the day plus mileage, and you return the truck to the same location.
- One-way rentals let you drop the truck at your destination. They cost more, but you don't have to drive back.
Truck rental vs. hiring movers
Renting a truck is usually the cheapest way to move, but you do the work: packing, loading, driving, and unloading.
Know this about your rights: federal rules for household goods movers don't cover moves where you load and unload the truck or container yourself. If something is damaged, you won't have the claims process a licensed interstate mover must offer. See long-distance movers.
Middle ground: rent the truck and hire labor-only moving help to load and unload. Or compare a moving container, where the company drives and you pack.
What size truck do you need?
A rough guide:
- Studio or small 1-bedroom: a cargo van or 10-foot truck
- 1 to 2 bedrooms: 15 to 16 feet
- 2 to 3 bedrooms: 20 feet
- 4 or more bedrooms: 26 feet
Too small means a second trip. Too big means paying for space and fuel you don't use. Rental companies can help you choose based on your furniture list.
What to ask the rental company
- "What's the total price with mileage, taxes, and fees?"
- "How many miles are included on a one-way rental?"
- "What does the damage protection cover, and does my own insurance cover the truck?"
- "Are dollies and pads included or extra?"
- "What happens if I return it late?"
The catch: the advertised daily rate on a local rental can be a small part of the bill. Add up mileage, fuel, taxes, and protection before you compare with a moving company.
Keep reading
Need somewhere to put things between homes? See storage. Shipping your car instead of towing it? See auto transport.
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