Hiring a truck in Melbourne costs from around $74.55 a day for a moving truck you can drive on a standard car licence. Bigger box trucks and pantechs cost more per day, and your final rate depends on the truck size, how many days you hire it, and when you book. Most hires include 100 km a day, with a small per kilometre fee after that. If you only need a smaller vehicle, car hire by the day in Melbourne can work out cheaper than a truck.
How much does truck hire cost per day in Melbourne?
Daily truck rates go up with the size of the truck. Turbofleet’s moving truck starts from $74.55 a day, and larger trucks step up from there:
| Truck | Best for | Capacity | From (per day) |
| Moving truck (car licence) | House moves and furniture | large load | $74.55 |
| 2.5m van (Hiace LWB) | A few items or a studio move | 6 to 7 m3 | custom |
| 4.2m box truck | A 1 to 2 bedroom move | about 18 m3 | custom |
| 6m pantech | A full 3 to 4 bedroom house | 30 to 35 m3 | custom |
Pick the smallest truck that fits your load and you keep the daily rate down. Booking direct with the depot is the simplest way to get the price without a third party markup.
What size truck do you need?
Matching the truck to the job saves you money and trips:
- A 2.5m van holds 6 to 7 cubic metres, enough for a few large items or a studio.
- A 4.2m box truck holds about 18 cubic metres, right for a one or two bedroom flat.
- A 6m pantech holds 30 to 35 cubic metres and handles a full three to four bedroom house in one load.
If your load is small, a ute hire in Melbourne or a van hire can cost less than a truck.
What licence do you need to drive a hire truck?
A standard Australian car licence, Class C, covers any truck up to 4.5 tonnes, which includes the vans and box trucks most people hire for a move. You only need a Light Rigid or Medium Rigid licence for heavier vehicles above that limit. If you have never driven a larger truck, read our guide on how to drive a moving truck in Melbourne before you set off.
What is included in the daily price?
A daily truck hire from Turbofleet comes ready for a move, so the quoted rate is close to what you pay:
- 100 km a day, with a per kilometre fee after that
- Power steering, air conditioning, and a reverse camera
- A hydraulic lift and internal tie down rails for loading
- A tow bar on the moving truck
Ask about the fuel policy, damage excess, and any weekend premium so nothing surprises you at pickup.
What affects the daily truck price?
Five things move the rate up or down:
| Factor | Why it changes the price | You pay less when |
| Truck size | Bigger trucks cost more per day | You pick the smallest truck that fits your load |
| Hire length | Several days booked together lowers the daily rate | You book multiple days at once |
| Day of week | Weekends and public holidays carry a premium | You move mid week |
| Distance | Every hire includes 100 km a day, extra km add a fee | You keep the trip inside the daily allowance |
| Extras | Excess reduction, one way drop off, and toll passes add cost | You only add what you need |
How to get the cheapest daily truck rate
Follow these steps to keep a one day hire as low as possible:
- Book direct with the depot and skip third party fees.
- Choose the smallest truck that fits your load in one trip.
- Move mid week to avoid the weekend and public holiday premium.
- Plan your route to stay within the 100 km daily allowance.
- Reserve three to five business days ahead for a weekend slot, since those book out first.
Our guide to finding genuinely cheap car rentals in Melbourne has more savings tips that apply to truck hire too.
Where to hire a truck in Melbourne
Turbofleet hires moving trucks from two Melbourne depots, Craigieburn in the north and Ravenhall in the west, both covering the surrounding suburbs. That makes it easy to collect a truck close to home on moving day. You can check the range and dates on the truck hire Melbourne page or read the full Melbourne moving truck rental guide.
Moving house? Our guide on why truck hire beats the alternatives walks through the numbers.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a moving truck for a day in Melbourne?
A moving truck starts from $74.55 a day at Turbofleet. The rate rises with truck size and can carry a premium on weekends and public holidays.
Do you need a special licence to drive a hire truck?
No, not for most moving trucks. A standard car licence, Class C, covers any truck up to 4.5 tonnes. Only heavier vehicles above that need a Light Rigid or Medium Rigid licence.
How many kilometres are included in truck hire?
Truck hire includes 100 km a day, with a per kilometre fee after that. Plan your route so a single day move stays within the allowance.
What size truck do I need to move a house?
A 6m pantech holds 30 to 35 cubic metres and moves a full three to four bedroom house in one load. A 4.2m box truck suits a one or two bedroom flat.
Is it cheaper to hire a truck for one day or several?
Booking several days together usually lowers the daily rate compared with separate one day hires. If your move spills over, ask the depot for a multi day price.
Ready to book? Check dates on the truck hire Melbourne page or contact the Turbofleet team for a daily quote.
