Reliable U-Haul Cost Calculator

Estimate the true cost of renting a U-Haul — including mileage, fuel, fees, and taxes. Get a realistic range so you can budget with confidence.

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Calculate the true cost of renting a U-Haul

Get a realistic cost range that includes miles, fuel, taxes and common fees, so you can budget confidently.

No hidden fees
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All vehicle types

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Why Choose Laborhutt Over U-Haul?

Skip the stress of driving a rental truck. Get quotes from local movers who bring their own vehicle and do the heavy lifting.

Feature
U-Haul DIY
RECOMMENDED
Laborhutt
Who drives?
You drive
Mover drives
Loading & unloading
You do it yourself
Movers handle it
Mileage fees
$0.69 - $0.99/mile
None — included
Fuel costs
You pay for gas
Included in quote
Hidden fees
Environmental, facility, insurance...
One upfront price
Stress level
High — all on you
Low — pros handle it
Requires pickup, driving & return

Save Money

No hidden mileage fees, fuel costs, or surprise charges

Save Time

No truck pickup, no returns — movers handle everything

Less Stress

Professional movers do the driving and heavy lifting

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"I was about to rent a U-Haul for $89 plus mileage and fuel. A mover on Laborhutt quoted me $120 total — and did all the loading and driving. Best decision I made!"
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Sarah M.
Dallas, TX
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What This Calculator Includes

We factor in all the common costs so you get a realistic estimate — not just the advertised starting price

1

Base Daily Rental Rate

e.g., $19.95/day for a cargo van

The advertised starting price for your selected truck size

2

Mileage Charges

e.g., $0.69 - $0.99 per mile

Per-mile fees that U-Haul charges on top of the base rate

3

Fuel Estimate

Calculated using current local gas prices

Gas costs based on your trip distance and vehicle MPG

4

Environmental Fee

$1.00 per rental

Standard fee applied to all U-Haul rentals

5

Facility Fee

$15.95 per rental

Location-based service fee charged by U-Haul

6

Rental Taxes

Varies by location (typically 6-10%)

State and local taxes applied to your rental

Not in Estimate

What's Not Included

These costs may affect your final bill but can't be accurately estimated in advance

Store-Specific Promotions

Individual U-Haul locations may offer discounts or deals not reflected here

Could lower your cost

Security Deposits

U-Haul typically holds $100-$150 on your card until truck return

Temporary hold

Equipment Add-ons

Furniture dollies, appliance dollies, moving blankets, and straps

+$7-$12 each

Toll Roads & Bridges

Highway tolls along your route are your responsibility

Varies by route

Parking & Tickets

Any parking fees or violations during your rental period

Varies

Late Return Fees

Returning the truck after your scheduled time incurs extra charges

+$20-$40/hour

Pro tip: Add $30-$50 to your estimate as a buffer for unexpected costs

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Disclaimer: This tool provides estimates; actual charges may vary by location and U-Haul store policies. U-Haul is a registered trademark of U-Haul International, Inc. This site is not affiliated.