Penske Truck Rental Cost Calculator
See what a Penske truck will cost for your move, including rental, fuel and tolls, and compare it with U-Haul and Budget on the same route.
Truck Rental Calculator
Each company uses different truck sizes — we'll show you the right one per company.
Enter both ZIP codes and select a home size, then click Calculate
Estimated Rental by Company
Enter your ZIP codes and home size above, then click Calculate to see estimates.
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Penske truck sizes
Penske rents four moving truck sizes. Pick the one that matches your home, and size up if you are in between.
| Truck | Best for | Capacity | Est. MPG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 ft | Studio | 500 cu ft | ~13 |
| 16 ft | 1 BR | 800 cu ft | ~10 |
| 22 ft | 2 BR | 1,200 cu ft | ~8 |
| 26 ft | 3-4 BR | 1,600 cu ft | ~7 |
How Penske pricing works
Local moves
When you return the truck to the same location, Penske charges a daily rate plus a per-mile fee. Fuel is based on round-trip miles, since you drive back.
One-way moves
For a one-way move, the price covers the whole trip and comes with a set number of rental days based on distance. Route, season and truck size all change the price.
Penske rental days by distance (one-way)
| Move distance | Rental days |
|---|---|
| 100 miles | 2 days |
| 250 miles | 3 days |
| 500 miles | 4 days |
| 750 miles | 5 days |
| 1,000 miles | 5 days |
| 1,500 miles | 8 days |
| 2,000 miles | 10 days |
| 2,500 miles | 11 days |
Days used by our calculator, based on Penske one-way quotes. Penske confirms the exact days when you book.
Penske fuel cost
Fuel is often the biggest cost after the rental itself. We estimate it as miles ÷ MPG × diesel price. The table uses $3.75/gal; the calculator above uses the latest national average diesel price.
| Distance | 12 ft | 16 ft | 22 ft | 26 ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 mi | $66–$81 | $86–$105 | $108–$131 | $123–$150 |
| 500 mi | $133–$162 | $173–$210 | $216–$263 | $246–$300 |
| 1,000 mi | $265–$323 | $345–$420 | $431–$525 | $493–$600 |
| 2,000 mi | $531–$646 | $690–$840 | $863–$1,050 | $986–$1,200 |
Penske vs U-Haul
- Truck sizes differ. Penske offers 12, 16, 22 and 26 ft trucks; U-Haul offers 10, 15, 20 and 26 ft. The right match for your home may be a different size at each.
- Neither is always cheaper. Prices change with route, season and availability, so the same move can favor either company.
- Compare the total, not the daily rate. Rental days, mileage and fuel add up differently at each company.
Penske truck rental FAQ
It depends on the truck size, how far you are moving, the states you move between and the time of year. Local Penske rentals are priced as a daily rate plus a per-mile charge, while one-way moves are priced for the whole trip with a set number of rental days. Enter your ZIP codes in the calculator on this page to see a Penske estimate for your exact route, including fuel and tolls.
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