If you’re planning a move and wondering how much it costs to hire someone to drive your moving truck, you’re not alone. Most people start asking this after realizing that driving a fully loaded rental truck for hundreds—or thousands—of miles is more stressful than expected.

At Rented Truck Driver, pricing is kept simple and transparent.

The cost to hire a professional moving truck driver typically ranges from $0.85 to $1.53 per mile.

This applies to rental trucks from companies like U-Haul and similar providers, where you rent the truck, load it yourself, and we handle the driving.

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Why Is the Cost Quoted Per Mile?

Most long-distance and one-way moves are priced per mile, not hourly. This keeps pricing predictable and avoids surprises.

Per-mile pricing reflects:

• The total distance of your move

• The responsibility of operating a large, loaded truck

• The experience required to deliver it safely and on schedule

It also allows you to see exactly what you’re paying for—without bundled labor fees or vague estimates.

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What Determines Where Your Price Falls in the Range?

Not every move is the same. A few real-world factors determine whether your rate is closer to $0.85 or closer to $1.53 per mile.

Truck Size

Larger trucks require more experience and attention.

• Smaller trucks (10’–15’) → lower rates

• Large trucks (20’–26’) → higher rates

Driver Availability

Pricing is affected by how easy it is to place a qualified driver on your route.

• Major metro areas usually have more availability

• Limited-access or less-traveled routes can increase cost

Distance, Timing, and Season

• Long cross-country moves often land mid-range

• Short, urgent, or peak-season moves may cost more per mile

• Holidays, end-of-month moves, and summer demand can affect pricing

Remote or Hard-to-Reach Locations

Moves that start or end in remote, rural, or hard-to-access areas may increase the per-mile rate. These locations often require:

• Extra travel time for the driver to reach the truck

• Fewer nearby drivers available

• Additional planning to complete the route safely and efficiently

This isn’t a penalty—it reflects the real logistics involved in servicing those areas responsibly.

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What’s Included When You Hire a Truck Driver?

When you hire a professional driver through Rented Truck Driver, you’re paying for:

• A licensed, vetted, experienced driver

• Long-distance driving expertise

• Route planning and delivery coordination

• Safe, professional handling of your loaded truck

Your truck rental, fuel, tolls, and lodging costs are separate, which keeps pricing honest and easy to understand.

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Why People Choose to Hire a Driver Instead of Driving Themselves

Many clients didn’t plan on hiring a driver at first. They change their mind after considering:

• Driving an unfamiliar truck on highways and in cities

• Long, exhausting days behind the wheel

• Traveling separately with family, pets, or another vehicle

• The risk of delays, mistakes, or damage

Hiring a professional driver lets you remove the most stressful part of the move—the drive—without paying for full-service movers.

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Is Hiring a Moving Truck Driver Worth It?

For many long-distance and one-way moves, yes.

Compared to:

• Physical and mental fatigue

• Hotel nights and lost time

• The risk of something going wrong mid-trip

Paying $0.85–$1.53 per mile is often a practical, cost-effective solution—especially when driving yourself isn’t realistic.

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Real-World Cost Example

1,200-mile move

• Low end: 1,200 × $0.85 = $1,020

• High end: 1,200 × $1.53 = $1,836

Remote pickup or delivery locations, larger trucks, or limited availability may place your quote toward the higher end of the range.

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Common Questions We Hear

Can I really hire someone just to drive my U-Haul?

Yes. That’s exactly what we do. You load the truck—we drive it safely to your destination.

Is this cheaper than full-service movers?

Often, yes. You avoid labor markups while eliminating the hardest part of the move.

Do drivers load or unload?

No. Our drivers focus exclusively on transportation, which keeps responsibilities clear and costs controlled.

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The Bottom Line

If you’re asking “How much does it cost to hire a moving truck driver?”, a realistic answer is:

• $0.85 to $1.53 per mile

• Influenced by truck size, distance, timing, availability, and how remote the locations are

• Transparent, predictable, and designed to reduce moving stress

 

Last Updated: January 13, 2025 Author: Frank Futie, Founder: RentedTruckDriver.com Fifteen plus years of experience | 10,000+ successful moves | BBB A+ Rating with over 600 FIVE-STAR reviews.