How much does it cost to rent a camper for a week?

A week-long camper rental costs $600-$2,500 depending on vehicle type and platform. Budget campervans on Escape run $600-$900/week all-in. Mid-range Class C motorhomes on RVshare or Outdoorsy cost $1,200-$1,800/week. Large Class A motorhomes can reach $2,000-$2,500/week. These totals include fees, insurance and typical add-ons.

When is the cheapest time to rent a camper?

October through April (excluding holidays) is the cheapest season. Rates drop 30-50% compared to summer peak. January and February offer the lowest prices. Mid-week pickups (Tuesday-Thursday) are cheaper than weekend pickups. Booking 2-3 months ahead gets better rates than last-minute.

Compact teardrop trailer with rear kitchen hatch open at a campsite

Budget Guide

How to Rent a Camper Without Blowing Your Budget

Q: What is the cheapest way to rent a camper?

Escape Campervans offers the lowest rates starting at $75/night with unlimited mileage. For traditional RVs, RVshare has the lowest total cost due to service fees of 10-20% compared to Outdoorsy's 15-25%. Booking in the off-season (October-April), mid-week departures and choosing smaller vehicles all reduce costs significantly.

The advertised rate is never the real price. Fees, insurance, mileage and add-ons can double your cost. Here's how to get the lowest total price on every major platform.

Cheapest Platforms Ranked by Total Cost

We calculated the real all-in cost for a 7-night rental on each platform. Same trip parameters: mid-size vehicle, standard insurance, average fees.

Platform	7-Night Total	Per Night (All-In)	Why
Escape Campervans	$750-$950	$107-$136	Lowest base rate + unlimited mileage
RVshare	$1,200-$1,600	$171-$229	Lower service fees (10-20%)
Outdoorsy	$1,350-$1,800	$193-$257	Higher fees offset by good deals
Cruise America	$1,100-$1,700	$157-$243	Base rate OK, add-ons stack up

Escape Campervans Big Sur model interior fitout — Photo: Escape Campervans

9 Ways to Cut Your Rental Cost

1. Rent in the off-season

Summer (June-August) is peak pricing. Everything costs 30-50% more. September through May drops rates significantly. January and February are the absolute cheapest months if you're flexible on destination. Some Cruise America locations offer repositioning deals under $50/night in winter.

2. Pick up mid-week

Weekend pickups (Friday/Saturday) cost more because demand is highest. Tuesday through Thursday departures are cheaper on both peer-to-peer and fleet platforms. Some owners on RVshare and Outdoorsy offer mid-week discounts automatically.

3. Choose the smallest vehicle that works

Every step up in size adds $25-75/night. A couple renting a 30-foot Class C is paying $50/night more than they need to. Match the vehicle to your actual sleeping and storage needs. A Class B campervan or small travel trailer handles most couple's trips.

4. Compare both peer-to-peer platforms

The same vehicle type in the same area can vary $30-50/night between Outdoorsy and RVshare. RVshare's lower fees usually win, but individual listings can be cheaper on either platform. Spend 15 minutes comparing both.

5. Watch the mileage

Mileage overages are one of the biggest surprise costs. At $0.35/mile, a 500-mile overage costs $175. Escape Campervans includes unlimited mileage — a real advantage for long road trips. On other platforms, negotiate unlimited mileage with the owner before booking or plan your route to stay within limits.

6. Book longer trips

Most owners offer weekly and monthly discounts. A 7-night rental typically costs less per night than a 3-night rental. On peer-to-peer platforms, ask the owner about longer-stay pricing — many offer 10-20% off for rentals over a week.

7. Skip the add-ons you don't need

Camp chairs ($5/day), kitchen kits ($10/day), bedding ($15/day) — these small fees add $30-50/day on fleet rentals. Bring your own sleeping bags, pillows and basic kitchen supplies. Buy a $15 camp chair instead of renting one for $35/week.

8. Consider delivery

This sounds counterintuitive, but having a travel trailer delivered to your campsite means you don't need a truck. You're also not burning gas driving a large RV to and from the campground. For stationary camping trips, delivery can be cheaper than the fuel costs of driving the RV yourself.

9. Check for repositioning deals

Fleet companies need vehicles moved between locations seasonally. Cruise America offers relocation specials — deeply discounted one-way rentals where they need a vehicle moved. If you're flexible on route, these deals can be 50-70% below normal rates.

Escape Campervans van parked at a scenic overlook — Photo: Escape Campervans

Budget Breakdown by Vehicle Type

Vehicle Type	Nightly Range	7-Night All-In	Best Platform
Campervan	$75-$150	$700-$1,200	Escape, Outdoorsy
Travel trailer (delivered)	$80-$150	$750-$1,300	RVshare
Class C motorhome	$125-$250	$1,100-$2,000	RVshare, Cruise America
Class A motorhome	$200-$400	$1,800-$3,200	RVshare, Outdoorsy

Want the full cost picture?

Our camper rental cost guide breaks down every fee, add-on and hidden charge across all platforms. See the full platform rankings or jump to specific reviews: Outdoorsy, RVshare, Cruise America, Escape Campervans.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to rent a camper?

Escape Campervans at $75/night with unlimited mileage. For full-size RVs, RVshare offers the lowest total cost due to lower service fees. Book off-season and mid-week for the best rates.

How much does a week-long rental cost?

$600-$2,500 depending on vehicle type. Campervans: $600-$900. Class C motorhomes: $1,200-$1,800. Class A: $1,800-$2,500. All totals include fees and insurance.

When is the cheapest time to rent?

October through April. January-February are the cheapest months. Summer (June-August) is 30-50% more expensive. Mid-week pickups save over weekend departures.