Complete Guide to Cheap Truck Rental

By: Regina Haggard Jun 3, 2025

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Finding an affordable moving truck

Budget-friendly moving and rental trucks often go together. And while it’s hard to beat cheap rental prices for local moves, it’s important to remember that truck expenses can add up fast when relocating long distance.

Let’s explore how to find the cheapest moving trucks and how moving out of state with a DIY option like U-Pack® may be a better option.

Rental truck getting loaded for a cheap move

Getting the cheapest price on a rental truck

Companies like Budget®, Penske® and U-Haul® often advertise cheap truck rates as low as $20 per day. Those prices are typically only for local moves and might have mileage limits or equipment size restrictions. The cost to drive farther can be as much as $1 per mile — that adds up fast, especially when driving the vehicle out of state.

But what about the cost of rental trucks for one-way moves? How can you find the cheapest rate when relocating to another state?

Look for discounts

Some companies occasionally offer discounts. The coupons usually reduce only the rental rate and do not apply to extra fees, fuel or damage coverage.

For more information about potential savings, click on each link below:

Compare quotes

Request estimates from the moving truck companies you’re considering as soon as possible. Early reservations are generally less expensive than last-minute bookings.

Compare prices and services on each quote. Be sure to look at the miles and days included in each rental, the cost for additional miles or days (if applicable), equipment size and extra fees. After including an estimate for what you’ll pay out of pocket for fuel for each option, see which company offers the best price for the services needed.

Consider alternative moving services

Remember to consider other services in your quest for a cheap out-of-state move. U-Pack is comparable to truck rental without the hassle of driving the equipment. We offer affordable long-distance DIY moves in all 50 states, Canada and Puerto Rico.

With U-Pack, the price is all-inclusive, so you won’t be hit with extra fees at reservation or out-of-pocket fuel costs. As a special thanks for reading our blog, use the coupon code BLOG25 to save $25 on your move.

Compare U-Pack costs to cheap moving truck rates

Request your free U-Pack quote today to compare our prices to rental trucks. Use our online form or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.

If you have questions about U-Pack services or how our prices compare to the cost of renting a moving truck, let us know in the comments or call. We’re available to help!

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