U-Haul Calculator

U-Haul Calculator: Estimate Your Moving Expenses

Moving to a new home? Our U-Haul Calculator helps you budget accurately by estimating the total cost of renting a truck for your move. Whether you’re relocating across town or the country, this tool provides a detailed cost breakdown based on truck size, distance, rental duration, and additional equipment.

How the U-Haul Calculator Works:

This interactive calculator factors in:

• Truck size (10ft to 26ft)
• Move type (Local or One-Way)
• Distance travelled (miles)
• Rental duration (days)
• Additional equipment (dollies, pads, etc.)
• Fuel costs (based on truck MPG)

Key Features

1.  Real-time cost estimation
2.  Itemised price breakdown
3. Fuel efficiency comparison
4. Mobile-friendly design

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Step-by-Step Guide to Use the U-Haul Calculator

1. Select Your Move Type

• Local Move (within the same city) – Includes limited free miles.
• One-Way Move (to another city) – Charges apply per mile.

2. Choose Truck Size

Truck Size	Room Capacity	Best For
10′ Truck	1-2 rooms	Studio apartments
15′ Truck	2-3 rooms	Small 1-2 bedroom homes
20′ Truck	3-5 rooms	Large apartments/small houses
26′ Truck	7+ rooms	Full houses

3. Enter Trip Details

• Distance (miles) – Use Google Maps to check exact mileage.
• Rental Days – Default is 1 day (increase if needed).

4. Add Equipment (Optional)

• Furniture dolly ($10-$20)
• Moving pads ($15-$30)
• Hand truck ($15)

5. Click “Calculate”

Get an instant estimate with:

• Base rental rate
• Mileage charges
• Equipment fees
• Estimated taxes (~15%)
• Fuel cost (based on current gas prices)

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Understanding the Cost Breakdown

1. Base Rental Rate

• Daily fee for the truck (e.g., $19.95 for a 10′ truck, $49.95 for a 26′ truck).

2. Mileage Charges

• Local Move: First 100 miles free, then $0.99/mile.
• One-Way Move: $0.99/mile for all miles.

3. Additional Equipment

• Each item adds to the total (e.g., furniture dolly = +$20).

4. Taxes & Fees

• An estimated 15% of the subtotal (varies by location).

5. Fuel Cost

• Larger trucks consume more fuel (e.g., 26′ truck = 6 MPG).
• Calculation: (Distance ÷ MPG) × Current Gas Price (~$3.50/gallon).

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Example Calculation

Scenario: One-Way Move | 26′ Truck | 300 miles | 2 days | Furniture Dolly ($20)

Cost Breakdown:

• Truck Rental: $99.90 (2 days × $49.95)
• Mileage: $297 (300 miles × $0.99)
• Equipment: $20
• Taxes/Fees: ~$62.54 (15% of subtotal)
• Fuel Cost: ~$175 (300 miles ÷ 6 MPG × $3.50)

✅ Total Estimated Cost: ~$654.44

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Final Thoughts

Our U-Haul Cost Calculator helps you avoid surprises and plan your move within budget. Try it now and get an accurate estimate before booking!

🚛 Happy Moving!