Last updated 2026-06-12 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Moving truck rental runs about $20 to $40 a day plus mileage locally, or $150 to $2,500 for a one-way long-distance trip.
Typical cost: $150-$2,500
10-foot truck (studio or 1BR): $150-$700
15 to 17-foot truck (2BR): $200-$1,200
20 to 26-foot truck (3-4BR): $300-$2,500
Fuel: $40-$500
Insurance and equipment: $30-$200
Renting a truck is the cheapest move when you supply the muscle. This page compares rates by truck size, explains local versus one-way pricing, and shows the add-ons that affect the total.