Fees & International 6 min read
One-Way Car Rentals: Drop Charges & Cross-State Road Trips
Everything about renting a car in one city and dropping it off in another: drop fees, unlimited mileage, and cross-border driving.
Written byNathaniel Grant
Senior Travel Editor & Aviation Specialist
Fact-checked by Marcus Vance
Updated September 2026
AI Travel Summary & Overview
Guide Key Takeaways & Overview
Everything about renting a car in one city and dropping it off in another: drop fees, unlimited mileage, and cross-border driving.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- How One-Way Drop Fees Work
How One-Way Drop Fees Work
Rental companies charge either a flat drop fee or fold it into a higher daily rate when picking up and returning in different locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are unlimited miles included on one-way rental cars?
Most major US car rental companies include unlimited miles on standard one-way rentals within the continental United States.