Even though a one-way truck rental might cost more, there are reasons that outweigh the extra cost. A one-way truck rental move saves time, energy and worry.
One-way truck rentals are usually much more expensive than a round-trip rental. That's because you are basically paying for the expense of the truck rental company driving your rental vehicle back to the original branch. And if it's a cross-country move, you can be rest assured that you'll be paying a hefty return trip fee. So if it's so expensive for a one-way truck rental move, why would anyone choose this option? Here's why.
Saves you time
As the old saying goes, "time is of the essence." And that certainly holds true when you're moving to a new residence. When you're moving from one location to the next, the last thing you probably feel like doing is returning the truck rental to the original location. You're tired and you've probably taken off a few days of work to concentrate on unpacking. So what little precious time you have, you undoubtedly want to save if for the unpacking of your belongings. And if you're moving long-distance, the amount of time to drive the truck rental to the original location might take a few hours or as much as a few days for an interstate move. You'll also have to factor in the cost of gas and the price for return transportation.
Saves you energy
If you're making a long-distance move, the last thing you want to do is make a return trip to your original location. You'll need it for all the after-move activities (i.e. unpacking, getting situated in the new area, etc.). And if you're moving across the country, it's not only time-consuming to drive the truck rental back to the rental place, but also it can be extremely tiring, especially after an already exhausting trip that you made to get to your new place.
Saves you worry
Driving a truck rental can be a bit intimidating if you're not accustomed to driving a truck. If you have the rental company pick up the vehicle in your new location, you don't have to worry about driving the truck back safely. You can concentrate on unpacking and setting up your new life in your new home and neighborhood.
