When booking a trip, one of the most important aspects is to understand how the mileage on motorhome rentals works. Many people do not pay attention to this detail and may be surprised by the limits or extra costs when returning the vehicle.
In this guide we tell you what types of mileage there are, what you should consider before renting and practical tips to avoid unexpected expenses.
Mileage rates for motorhome rentals
As with rental cars, there are two main types of motorhomes:
- Limited mileage: Includes a maximum number of kilometers per day or per week. If you exceed it, you pay an additional cost per extra kilometer (e.g. 0.30 €/km).
- Unlimited mileage: You can drive as many kilometers as you want without paying more, although the rental price is usually higher.
👉 At Autocaravanas Omaia, we offer flexible mileage options in motorhome rental to adapt to the needs of each trip.
What to keep in mind about mileage
Before renting a motorhome, check out:
- The daily or weekly mileage limit. Some companies include 200-300 km per day.
- The cost per additional kilometer. Check the exact price in case you exceed it.
- If unlimited mileage is available. Ideal for long routes, for example if you plan to go beyond Catalonia.
- The duration of the trip. On short trips it may not be worthwhile to pay unlimited, but on trips of more than a week it is.
Consequences of exceeding the contracted mileage
If you exceed the mileage limit on a motorhome rental, you will have to pay the penalty established in the contract. Although the price per kilometer does not usually seem high, on long trips it can add up quickly.
Practical example:
- Daily limit: 250 km
- Days of travel: 7
- Total allowed: 1,750 km
- Total distance traveled: 2,200 km
- Excess: 450 km
- Extra cost (0.30 €/km): 135 €.
That is why it is important to calculate the route before leaving and choose the most convenient option.
Tips for good mileage management
- Plan your route. Use Google Maps to calculate the total distance.
- Choose the right modality. For short trips, limited mileage may suffice. For long routes, unlimited pays off.
- Ask before booking. Not all companies clearly indicate this point on the website.
- Keep your gas receipts. They will serve as a reference of the kilometers traveled.
- Do the numbers. Sometimes paying a little more for unlimited is cheaper than paying hundreds of extra kilometers later.
Useful resources on route planning
- ViaMichelin – Route and Mileage Calculator
- Google Maps – For distance and travel time estimation
🚐 Mileage in motorhome rental with Autocaravanas Omaia
In Autocaravanas Omaia we want you to enjoy without worries. That’s why we offer different mileage options in motorhome rental, adapted to both short getaways and long routes in Spain and Europe.
Our mileage conditions:
- + of 7 days: Unlimited mileage
- – of 7 days: 200 km/day*.
- Additional kilometers: 0.30 €/km
👉 Discover all our conditions and book your motorhome here: www.autocaravanasomaia.com