Enter your pickup location and dates in the search box above to see RVs listed by private owners and local rental businesses. RV rental in the USA and Canada usually means a motorhome or towable you collect, or have delivered, for a few nights or a few weeks. Expect roughly $150 to $350 a night for a typical RV, with pop-up campers from about $60 and large Class A motorhomes from about $225, before fees and fuel.
RV rental at a glance
| Who lists them | Private owners and local rental businesses, booked through our partner Outdoorsy |
|---|---|
| Typical nightly price | $150 to $350 for a typical RV; pop-ups from about $60; Class A from about $225 |
| Included with every booking | Insurance and payment protection |
| Optional extra | 24/7 roadside assistance |
| Minimum age | Normally 25 on Outdoorsy; drivers aged 21 to 24 can book only some listings, with limits |
| Licence | Most states need no special licence for a typical rental |
| Best for | Road trips, family holidays, festivals, and trying RV life before buying |
How RV rental works with owners
Owners and small local businesses set their own prices, minimum stays, mileage and house rules, then list the RV for rent. You search by location and dates, compare listings, and book through our partner Outdoorsy. Some listings are instant to book. Others need the owner to accept your request first.
Before you can drive, you need to become a verified driver: you photograph your licence and complete a quick identity check on your phone. Do it early, because your protection package is only active once you pass, and it must be done before the trip starts.
On pickup day the owner usually walks you through the RV: how the water, power, generator, awning and toilet work. Take it seriously: every RV is set up differently. If the owner offers delivery, the RV may be set up for you at a campground instead.
Insurance and payment protection come with every booking. 24/7 roadside assistance is optional, so tick it, or leave it, deliberately when you check out. Our peer-to-peer rental explainer covers the owner side of the arrangement in more depth.
Types of RV compared
The right type depends on group size, distance and how comfortable you are driving or towing something big. Prices below are typical nightly ranges across listings. Owners set their own rates, and peak dates, holidays and popular areas sit above the range.
| Type | Sleeps | Typical length | Driving or towing | Nightly price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class A motorhome | Up to 8 | About 21 to 45 ft | Drive it; bus-style, tall and wide | $225 to $450+ |
| Class B (camper van) | 2 to 4 | About 16 to 24 ft | Drive it; handles like a large van | About $250 average; listings run from about $100 to $350 |
| Class C motorhome | 4 to 8 | About 25 to 35 ft; compact models are shorter | Drive it; cab-over bed above the cab | $150 to $275 |
| Travel trailer | Up to 10, by model | About 20 to 35 ft | Towed by a hitch-equipped vehicle | About $75 to $225 |
| Fifth wheel | Up to 8 | About 21 to 40 ft | Towed by a heavy-duty pickup with a bed hitch | About $60 to $300 |
| Pop-up camper | 4 to 8 | About 15 to 23 ft; folds down for towing | Light tow, often by an SUV or car | $60 to $120 |
| Truck camper | 2 to 6 | Sits in a pickup bed | Drive the pickup it fits | About $70 to $200, depending on whether a truck is included |
Our guides go deeper on each one: Class A motorhomes, Class B camper vans, Class C motorhomes, travel trailers, pop-up campers and truck campers. If you want something compact, start with small RVs. For something high-end, see luxury RVs, and for a van-style camper on a commercial chassis, the Sprinter camper van guide.
Driven or towed?
A motorhome is one vehicle: you drive it, and everything is on board. A towable is cheaper and lets you unhitch at camp and drive the tow vehicle around, but you need a suitable vehicle, the right hitch and some reversing practice. Many towable owners will deliver and set up on site for a fee.
What is included, and what costs extra
The nightly rate is only part of the bill. These are the usual extras, and every owner sets their own, so read the listing before you book.
- Service fee. Outdoorsy adds a guest service fee of 10 per cent of the rental and any owner fees (not protection packages or taxes). It is shown at checkout and is not refunded if you cancel.
- Mileage. Owners set a daily allowance and a price per extra mile. Outdoorsy suggests owners include 200 miles a day and charge $0.35 for each extra mile, but owners set their own figures and some offer unlimited miles. A long road trip can burn through an allowance fast.
- Generator hours. Typically a set number of free hours a day, with extra hours charged. Expect roughly $3 to $5 an hour once you pass the allowance.
- Prep or cleaning fee. Outdoorsy now asks owners to roll standard cleaning and preparation into a single prep fee, set by the owner and shown up front. Extra charges can still follow if the RV comes back excessively dirty.
- Dump fee. If you hand the RV back without emptying the grey and black tanks, owners often charge a fee, commonly $50 to $100.
- Delivery. Optional and at each owner's discretion. They may set a maximum distance, a minimum fee and a per-mile rate. Outdoorsy refunds delivery fees in full if you cancel.
- Kitchen and linen kits. Outdoorsy now requires every listing to include a basic kitchen kit (pots, pans, utensils, plates and cups) and basics such as toilet paper and hand soap. Bedding and linens are an optional add-on, so check whether they are included or extra.
- Security deposit. A hold on your card, set by the owner and placed two days before departure. Outdoorsy's minimum is $500 for most RVs and $1,500 for a Class A, and it suggests owners ask $500 to $1,500. The hold is usually released seven days after return if there is nothing to claim.
- Insurance deductible. The deductible depends on the protection package you choose and the class of RV. Outdoorsy puts what you could owe at up to $1,500 for most RVs and up to $4,000 for a Class A. Where a listing offers it, the optional Security Deposit Waiver (a flat $99, or $199 for a Class A) replaces the hold and covers that deductible on approved claims.
- Roadside assistance. Optional. Check the price and what it covers when you book.
Fuel, campground fees and any propane are on top. For worked budgets from a weekend to a fortnight, use the full RV cost breakdown. If budget is the main issue, money-saving tips are collected on their own page.
The rules to know before you book
Driver age
On Outdoorsy drivers must normally be 25 or over; drivers aged 21 to 24 can book only some US and Canada listings, with limits. The RV must be valued under $75,000, cannot be a Class A or fifth wheel, and only the Essential or Stationary protection packages are available. A young driver fee of $25 a night also applies. At 25 and over there are no extra conditions beyond the standard verified-driver checks. Owners can add their own house rules too, so check the listing.
Licence
Most states don't need a special licence for a typical RV rental. Outdoorsy's guidance is that an RV of 45 ft or less, not towing more than 10,000 lb, usually needs no special licence, but the rules vary by state. For a very large rig, check with the licensing authority in the state where you will be driving. Outdoorsy also expects drivers to hold a current licence and have a clean driving history.
Pets and smoking
The owner decides. Some welcome pets, some charge a pet fee, and many ban smoking. The rules are shown on the listing, so read them before you ask.
Cancellation
Owners pick one of three standard Outdoorsy cancellation policies. Once a booking is confirmed there is a short grace period for a full refund: 24 hours if departure is seven or more days away, or one hour if it is closer. Same-day bookings have no grace period.
- Flexible: full refund of the rental amount more than 30 days before departure; 50 per cent refund at 30 days or fewer.
- Moderate: full refund more than 30 days out; 50 per cent between 8 and 30 days; nothing at seven days or fewer.
- Strict: full refund more than 30 days out; nothing at 30 days or fewer.
Protection packages, add-ons, prep fees and delivery fees are refundable whatever the timing. Service fees are not. These tiers apply to bookings made from 2 February 2026; older bookings follow the legacy policies.
One-way rentals
One-way rentals are possible with some partners and individual owners, who may add a return fee. Many owners expect the RV back where it started, so message the owner before you plan a route that ends somewhere else.
Choosing the right RV
By group size. A couple can manage a Class B or a small trailer. Families of four or more tend to want a Class C, Class A or a larger towable, so there are enough proper beds and a bathroom that is not shared with the kitchen table.
By trip. National parks and mountain roads suit shorter, narrower rigs. Long interstate runs suit a Class A or Class C with a generator and plenty of storage. A fixed base at one campground suits a towable you can leave parked.
By confidence. If you have never driven anything big, a Class B is the easiest step up. A Class C feels like a large van with a box behind you. A Class A is taller and wider, and needs more space to turn and park.
Planning a longer stay? Our guide to long-term RV rental covers monthly pricing and what owners ask for.
Where to go and where to stay
Start with the first-timer's guide to a US RV road trip for regions, seasons and trip planning, or the guide to renting an RV in Canada for the Rockies, the coasts and the Maritimes. Our USA and Canada pages list popular pickup areas, road trip ideas give you routes, and the RV parks and campgrounds guide helps you book somewhere to park overnight. To find something close to home, try RVs near your location.
RV, motorhome or campervan?
In North America, RV is the umbrella term for motorhomes, campervans and towables. In the UK, people say motorhome or campervan for the vehicles Americans split into classes. The guide to RV types and terms explains how the words overlap.
Is renting an RV right for you?
Pros
- Your bed, kitchen and bathroom travel with you.
- Choose the size and style for each trip instead of owning one.
- Many owners offer delivery, extras and local advice.
- Insurance and payment protection come with every booking.
Cons
- Fuel, campground fees and add-ons raise the total well above the nightly rate.
- Large rigs take practice to drive, park and reverse.
- Peak-season dates sell out early.
- Rules, mileage and cancellation terms differ from one owner to the next.
Thinking of buying one? Renting the same model for a trip first is a good test, and our guide to what to check at an RV dealer covers the rest.
How RV rental works
- Search your pickup location and dates.
- Check the listing: what is included, mileage, generator hours, delivery, deposit and the insurance deductible.
- Book through our partner Outdoorsy and complete your verified-driver check.
- Collect the RV, or have it delivered, and take the walk-through seriously.
Outside the USA and Canada
Reading from the UK, Europe, Australia or New Zealand? Our first-timer's guide to hiring a motorhome covers the UK, the Europe guide covers trips on the continent, and the Australia campervan guide covers hiring Down Under.
RV rental FAQs
How old do you have to be to rent an RV?
On Outdoorsy drivers normally need to be 25 or over; drivers aged 21 to 24 can book only some US and Canada listings, with restrictions and a $25 a night young-driver fee. At 25 and over you can rent every RV type. Check the listing for any extra house rules.
Do I need a special licence to rent an RV?
Not usually. Most states let you drive a typical rental on an ordinary licence. Rules for very heavy or long vehicles vary by state.
How much does it cost to rent an RV for a week?
Multiply the nightly range for the type you want by seven, then add the service fee, extras, fuel and campground fees. Some owners discount weekly and monthly stays, so ask or check the listing.
Can I cancel an RV booking?
Yes. How much you get back depends on the owner's policy (flexible, moderate or strict) and how close you are to departure. Service fees are not refunded.
Is insurance included?
Insurance and payment protection come with every booking. A deductible applies if there is a claim, and roadside assistance is an optional extra.
Can I rent an RV from a private owner?
Yes. Most listings come from private owners and small local businesses. See the guide to renting from an owner for how it differs from a traditional depot.
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