Washington, DC Truck Rentals

If you don’t know what you are looking for, finding the perfect Washington truck rental for your move can be time consuming and overwhelming. We eliminated the hard work for you and have narrowed your search down to just a few Washington providers that service almost every location in District Of Columbia. When you click the links below, you will be taken to a custom form that will help you determine your exact needs and truck size. We understand the Washington, DC truck rental business and want to help you find the cheapest and best moving truck or van from trusted sources in Washington.

Best Truck Rentals in Washington, DC


Budget Truck Rental has 2500 location with over 30,000 trucks ready for you. Use the "Get A Quote" link and it will take 10-15% off your rental price. You don’t need a promotion code, just be sure to use our link.

ABF U-Pack Moving is the perfect alternative for do-it-yourself movers looking to avoid a full-service moving company and truck rental. You pack and load, ABF drives. It's that simple. Get a quote today!

Penske is a good option to rent a truck. You get free unlimited mileage on one-way rentals within the U.S. Click "Get a Quote" to get pricing and reservation information.

Washington, DC Truck Rental Safety

When you rent a truck in Washington, DC, there are some things that you should remember to keep you and others safe. For example, many times the truck you rent in Washington is larger than what you are used to driving, so be sure to drive with care.

Below are some helpful tips for you:

Be careful backing up the truck! Because the truck is wider than a car, you have more blind spots. This leaves the possibility of backing into something in Washington that you can’t see. If you must back up, then be sure to have a friend, family member or someone you trust in Washington, DC to guide you. If you don’t have another person to help you, then get out of the vehicle and be sure there aren’t any cars, poles or other obstructions behind you. You must be cautious when driving in District Of Columbia, but if you follow the tips outlined, it will help you keep your Washington truck rental safe.

Watch the sharp turns. This is one of the first things that we tell people renting trucks in Washington. If you know where you are going in Washington, DC with the truck, then plan out the route before you take it. You can easily do this by looking up "Washington, DC" in an internet mapping application. Washington trucks are much longer than cars and can’t make all turns. If you aren’t experienced, then be sure to avoid sharp turns in your route so you don't get stuck in a bad position or hit an obstruction on the side of the road in Washington.

The 5 car rule! Everyone remembers when they had their District Of Columbia driver's test to give a three car buffer between the cars in front of you. However, being that Washington trucks are much heavier than the average car and since you typically have a large load, you won't have the stopping power you need with a three car buffer. We always suggest allowing five vehicle lengths between you and the vehicle ahead of you on any road in Washington or District Of Columbia. This will give you time to stop and avoid collisions.

Watch overhead clearances! You are now a larger object and many Washington and other District Of Columbia roads have overhead obstructions, so you need more clearance overhead. Always allow for 14 foot of overhead clearance and beware of other obstructions in Washington such as canopies, overpasses, bridges, drive-thru's, tree branches, parking garages and signs that don’t allow truck traffic.