Rent a Camper Van

There are several reasons why renting a camper van (also known as a class B RV) for a one-way portion of your trip is a great idea. Here are some of the primary benefits:

• Flexibility: When planning a big trip, you might want flexibility when you visit certain areas to take your time and see everything you want. Camper van rentals offer a convenient living space to allow for that. Plus, with a one-way rental, you can drop it off in a different location than where you started as you continue on with your journey. 

• Visit more cities and attractions in one area: Flying to your destinations isn’t always the most economical or convenient option when visiting several cities across one state or between a couple of nearby states within one trip. Renting a camper van to drive between cities is often an easier and more affordable choice. 

• Saves time on return trips: A one-way RV rental is a great choice since you don’t have to drive back and forth both ways. You can drive one way to visit several cities and take your time exploring each one, then return your van to a different dropoff location and take a quick flight back home. 

• Affordability: When you search for a one-way RV rental in the USA, you’ll notice that it’s often a more affordable choice since you get sleeping space and transportation all in one. Plus, most camper vans come with kitchen equipment so you can cook your own meals, allowing you to save money on food expenses. 

At Escape Camper Vans, we have 11 pickup and dropoff locations in major cities throughout the U.S., with over 600 vans available for rent. If you’re seeking an affordable one-way camper van rental, we have options to help you plan a great trip.

Now that you know one-way RV rentals are a good option, you’re probably wondering how to find the best one-way RV rental companies for your needs. Here are some things to look for:

• Look at customer ratings and reviews: While no company is perfect if you see good reviews, it’s generally a sign that it’s probably a reliable choice. 

• Fleet quality: Look to see what types of vehicles the company has for rent, how old they are, and how well they’re maintained. At Escape, our camper vans are among the newest of any fleet in North America, and we ensure they’re serviced every 5,000 miles. 

• Compare costs and additional fees: Look at how much different companies charge for one-way RV rentals and their pricing structures. Most camper van rental companies have fees per mile you drive. You also have to pay for gas along the way, so check for what mileage different rental vehicles get. 

• Insurance and rental agreements: Review each company’s rental agreement and vehicle insurance policy to ensure you’re well-covered and the terms and conditions align with your needs. 

When considering one-way RV rental costs, one of the first things you should be aware of is that a one-way rental will typically cost a bit more than a round-trip rental. This has to do with logistics since rental companies need to manage how many vehicles they have at each location, and one-way rentals can cause some difficulties with that aspect since you drop it off in a different location that where you picked it up.  

Otherwise, the main costs associated with one-way RV rental are:

• Daily fee: The daily rate you pay to have and use the vehicle.

• Mileage fees: How much you pay per mile you drive. 

• Gas: You’ll need to keep your vehicle fueled up during your trip, so determine the vehicle’s gas mileage. Our camper vans at Escape get an average of about 15.5 MPG, making them on the higher end of the industry. 

• Equipment: Think about any extra camping equipment or accessories you might need to buy for your trip. Those could be things like bedding, shade umbrellas, dinnerware, or first aid. 

You can save on costs by planning your route to avoid driving unnecessary miles, turning the van off when you aren’t driving to save on gas, and cleaning it before returning it to avoid cleaning fees.

When you’re searching for a one-way RV rental with unlimited miles, you’ll be hard-pressed to find any options. It’s generally industry standard for RV and camper van rental companies to have mileage fees. 

It actually helps make daily rates more affordable, so you only pay for the number of miles you drive rather than companies inflating daily prices based on the highest amount of miles someone might drive during a trip. 

At Escape, our mileage fees help offset maintenance costs and ensure we provide clean and reliable camper vans for all our customers.