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Moving Truck Size Calculator

Pick a 10, 15, 20, or 26 ft rental truck from home size or cubic feet. This is capacity, not a moving-company dollar quote.

Recommended truck
15 ft
Estimated cubic feet$1,000.00
Typical 10-ft capacity~400 cu ft
Typical 15-ft capacity~650–800 cu ft
Typical 20-ft capacity~1,000–1,200 cu ft
Typical 26-ft capacity~1,500–1,800 cu ft
Rooms / extra trips—
NoteMost 2-bedroom apartments fit a 15-ft; 20 ft if you have patio furniture.
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How to use this moving truck size calculator

Moving truck size is volume, not a dollar bid. U-Haul-style 10-ft trucks hold a studio; 15-ft a 1–2 bedroom; 20-ft a small house; 26-ft a 3–4 bedroom if you pack tight. Oversize the truck a little — a second trip costs more than empty space.

This is not the Moving Cost Calculator, which estimates crew dollars. DIY truck rental still needs fuel, mileage fees, and insurance. Measure sofas and mattresses; a 10-ft box can be volume-ok and door-too-small.

Formula

Map home size to typical loaded cubic feet (studio ~400, 1-bed ~650, 2-bed ~1,000, 3-bed ~1,500, 4-bed ~2,100). Recommend the smallest common truck class that fits: cargo van / 10 / 15 / 20 / 26 ft.

Worked example

A 2-bedroom apartment is about 1,000 cu ft — usually a 15-ft truck, or 20 ft with patio furniture and a garage.

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Frequently asked questions

What size moving truck for a 2-bedroom?

Usually 15 ft, or 20 ft if you have bulky furniture and a storage unit.

What size truck for a 1-bedroom?

A 10-ft truck is the minimum; 15 ft is more comfortable.

How many cubic feet is a 26-foot truck?

Often about 1,500–1,800 cu ft of usable space, depending on brand and how high you stack.

Do I need a trailer for a car?

The car does not fit in the box. Towing is a separate hitch and license question.

Is this a moving quote?

No. Open the Moving Cost Calculator for local vs long-distance dollar ranges.

Results are estimates for informational purposes and are not financial, legal, or professional advice. Last reviewed 2026-08-20.