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• Basic cargo van (e.g., Ford Transit, Ram ProMaster): $19–$95/day (U-Haul/Home Depot start at $19 + mileage; Enterprise/Budget at $50–$95)
• High-roof or extended models: $75–$129/day
Weekly rates drop 20–40% with unlimited mileage options. Add-ons like insurance ($15–$30/day) and mileage (0.70–$0.99/mile beyond free allowance) can add $100–$300 total for a 3-day local rental.
Yes—most cargo vans are tow-capable with the right setup:
• Standard models (e.g., U-Haul Ford Transit): Up to 3,500–5,000 lbs towing (with optional hitch, $10–$25/day)
• Larger Sprinter or high-roof vans: 5,000–6,500 lbs (e.g., United Rentals or Sprinter Rentals)
Specify towing needs at booking; all major companies (Enterprise, Penske) provide hitches and require towing insurance. Not all vans include it by default—check GVWR to avoid overload.
No special license is required for standard cargo vans under 26,001 lbs GVWR (99% of rentals). A regular Class C/D driver’s license is sufficient in all 50 states, as long as you’re 18+ (21+ for some companies like Penske). International drivers need a valid license + English translation. For commercial use or vans over 26K lbs (rare), a CDL may apply—rental companies verify upfront.
Several do nationwide, but options vary by distance:
• Budget Truck Rental: Best for affordable one-way (e.g., $1,900 cross-country)
• U-Haul: Local one-way only (no interstate for vans); great for short hauls
• Penske: Unlimited miles on one-way (vans limited to round-trip in some markets)
• Enterprise/Avis: Available at airports; compact vans for city-to-city
Home Depot/Lowe’s are local-only. Always confirm routes—cross-state adds 20–50% to fees.