One-Way Cargo Van & Small Truck Rentals (Some With Unlimited Miles)

When you need to move furniture, equipment, or other belongings, you’ll likely need a cargo van or small truck.

If you need to move long distances, a one-way rental will be far more convenient than a rental that you need to return to the same location where you picked it up. There are several national rental companies that offer this service.

What We Recommend

For the best one-way van and truck rental options, as well as a full range of moving equipment, consider renting with Penske. Penske is the only company that offers unlimited mileage for one-way rentals. It also typically allows drivers as young as 18 to rent.

U-Haul is another good option for renting trucks of all sizes for one-way trips — it has comparable pricing and allows interstate travel and young renters — though it does not offer unlimited mileage.

The List

Below, we list the companies that offer one-way rentals for cargo vans and trucks. For each company, you can opt to have different pick-up and drop-off locations during the reservation process.

Be sure you input both your pick-up and drop-off locations when you make the reservation so you know you’re getting the proper rental type.

While specific mileage costs and fees can vary by location and other terms of your rental, all rental companies except Penske do have some sort of per-mile charges on one-way rentals.

Typically, there will be a daily maximum number of miles allowed; after the maximum, you’ll pay more for your rental per mile. Because these fees vary, they often aren’t disclosed until you enter information for your specific rental; be aware of this while booking your reservation.

We’ve ordered the list below starting with the best overall options.

1. Penske

• Available vehicles: 12-, 16-, 22-, and 26-foot trucks
• Other moving supplies: Penske offers a full range of moving equipment, including hand trucks, furniture pads, towing equipment, and more.
• Mileage restrictions: Unlimited miles on one-way rentals.
• Age requirements: Customers must be at least 18 years old and able to produce two valid forms of identification.
• Rates and fees: Rates vary by location; you’ll save 10% if you reserve online.
• Where you can drive: Penske vans and trucks are available in the United States and Canada.
• Payment options: Accepts major credit cards, cash, and checks; those paying with cash will need to make an initial deposit of $100.
• Book online

2. U-Haul

• Available vehicles: 10-foot trucks and larger. Some equipment, such as cargo vans, pickup trucks, and open trailers, may only be available for local moves.
• Other moving supplies: U-Haul sells or rents boxes, hitch accessories, racks, boxes, ropes, tie-downs, and a full range of other moving and packing supplies.
• Mileage restrictions: U-Haul will provide a quote that includes an allowed mileage and a set number of days to complete the move. Additional days and miles can be purchased at a rate of $40 per day and $0.40 per mile.
• Age requirements: Customers must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license.
• Rates and fees: One-way rentals are priced based on a combination of truck size, starting point, destination, and moving date. Rates will vary based on availability.
• Where you can drive: U-Haul is available in the United States and Canada.
• Payment options: Accepts credit cards (American Express, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa), debit cards, and cash. Customers paying with cash will need to make an initial deposit of $100.
• Book online

3. Budget Truck Rental

• Available vehicles: 12-, 16-, and 24-foot trucks
• Other moving supplies: Towing equipment, furniture pads, hand trucks, and more
• Mileage restrictions: Budget Truck will calculate the necessary days and mileage based on your destination. Additional days and miles can be purchased for a rate of $70.00 per day and $0.70 per mile.
• Age requirements: Most locations will rent to customers 24 years of age and older. Some locations may rent to customers 18 to 23 if the underage driver provides two forms of ID and pays an extra $25 per day surcharge.
• Rates and fees: Vary based on location, availability, and the coverage plan that the customer selects. The lowest rates are typically for weekday rentals. A $150 refundable security deposit is required, usually as a hold placed on a debit/credit card.
• Where you can drive: At most locations, interstate travel is permissible, while other locations require that the vehicle doesn’t cross state lines. Similarly, in some states bordering Mexico and Canada, travel across U.S. borders might be restricted (Canada) or prohibited (Mexico).
• Payment options: May vary among individually licensed locations, but most locations accept Visa, American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Diner’s Club, cash, and personal checks.
• Book online

4. Enterprise

• Available vehicles: Cargo vans, pickup trucks
• Other moving supplies: None
• Mileage restrictions: Vary based on location and availability
• Age requirements: You must be at least 25 to rent without underage fees. Drivers under 21 to 24 may be able to rent at some locations, but extra fees will apply.
• Rates and fees: Alamo will charge an additional “inter-city fee” (also known as a drop fee) for one-way rentals.
• Where you can drive: Rentals originating in the United States may travel throughout the U.S. and Canada but must be returned to the country of origin. Some locations might let you drive to Mexico, but there will be extra fees.
• Payment options: Debit cards and credit cards (American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Discover Network, and JCB).
• Book online

5. National Car Rental

• Available vehicles: Cargo vans and pickup trucks
• Other moving supplies: None
• Mileage restrictions: Vary based on location and availability. Per-mile charges apply after the rental maximum.
• Age requirements: In most cases, customers must be 25 years of age or older to rent a cargo van or truck. Younger customers may be able to rent for an additional fee; specific rules vary by location.
• Rates and fees: National will charge an additional drop charge or mileage charge for one-way rentals on top of the standard rental rates.
• Where you can drive: Rentals originating in the United States may travel throughout the U.S. and Canada but must be returned to the country of origin. Travel to Mexico might be permitted if you buy extra insurance.
• Payment options: Accepts debit cards and credit cards (American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Discover Network, and JCB). Some locations may accept cash.
• Book online

If you only need to move a small number of items but you still need to make a long trip, check out our list of companies that offer one-way pickup truck rentals.