Chicago to Las Vegas Campervan Rental

Distance: Approximately 483 kilometers

Estimated Driving Time: About 4.5 to 5 hours

Attractions:

• Gateway Arch in St. Louis
• City Museum
• Missouri Botanical Garden

Distance: Approximately 346 kilometers

Estimated Driving Time: About 3.5 hours

Attractions:

• Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
• Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium
• Route 66 Car Museum

Distance: Approximately 346 kilometers

Estimated Driving Time: About 3 to 3.5 hours

Attractions:

• Philbrook Museum of Art in Tulsa
• Tulsa Botanic Garden
• The Gathering Place

Distance: Approximately 161 kilometers

Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 to 2 hours

Attractions:

• National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
• Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum
• Myriad Botanical Gardens

Distance: Approximately 418 kilometers

Estimated Driving Time: About 3.5 to 4 hours

Attractions:

• Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo
• Big Texan Steak Ranch
• Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Distance: Approximately 466 kilometers

Estimated Driving Time: About 4 to 4.5 hours

Attractions:

• Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Park
• Old Town Albuquerque
• Sandia Peak Tramway

Distance: Approximately 105 kilometers

Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour

Attractions:

• Santa Fe Plaza
• Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
• Loretto Chapel

Distance: Approximately 515 kilometers

Estimated Driving Time: About 5 to 6 hours

Attractions:

• Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff
• Walnut Canyon National Monument
• Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument

Distance: Approximately 129 kilometers

Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 to 2 hours

Attractions:

• Grand Canyon National Park
• South Rim Trail
• Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower

Distance: Approximately 435 kilometers

Estimated Driving Time: About 4 to 4.5 hours

Attractions:

• The Las Vegas Strip
• Bellagio Fountains
• Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

While free camping is only allowed in designated areas throughout the USA, there are plenty of locations in which you can do this.

Both the US Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management care for millions of acres of land where free camping is allowed.

Many retailers and casinos may also allow you to camp for a night in their parking lot with permission from the owner.

There are also truck stops and rest stops where you can pull up for a night, many of which have facilities included.

The majority of campervan rental suppliers in the US do not offer unlimited miles as a standard rental inclusion.

In most cases, miles (kilometres) are capped at a daily rate, and additional fees will be incurred if you exceed the limit. Additional miles can usually also be prepurchased in packages ranging from 100 miles up to unlimited. However, any remaining miles will not be refunded when the vehicle is returned.

Check our comparison tool for details.

This depends on the company. Several rental suppliers will allow you to travel to Canada in your rental vehicle, including Apollo, El Monte, Jucy, Campervan North America, Travellers Autobarn, Escape Rentals and Cruise America.

Please contact support for information on other suppliers. You must comply with visa and customs requirements at all times.

Most rental companies only allow their vehicles to be driven on sealed/bitumen roads.

In addition, note the following restrictions regarding specific areas:

• Mexico - With the exception of El Monte, travel to Mexico is prohibited in rental vehicles.
• Death Valley - Restrictions can vary between suppliers but is generally allowed. However, travel may be restricted during certain times of the year. Check with your rental supplier for full details.
• New York City/Downtown Manhattan - RVs are generally not allowed due to vehicle height restrictions around the city.
• Canada - RVs are generally allowed; however, travel to certain locations may be restricted during colder seasons.

If you take your vehicle where it is not permitted, you will be liable for all damages incurred and an additional fine may be imposed.

Check your rental agreement for any further restrictions regarding your RV rental.

A stay at an RV park will usually cost around $25–80 (USD) per night.

The cost of campgrounds has risen in recent years due to the popularity of RV vacations in the USA.

A wide variety of motorhomes are available in the USA, from smaller station wagons up to large motorhomes. Some of the common types include:

• Class A: (21-45 ft) The biggest and most expensive vehicles, they can be hard to manoeuvre if you are new to driving motorhomes but are often equipped with additional luxuries.

Class A motorhomes are often built on a commercial truck or bus chassis and run on either diesel or gas, depending on the type of engine.

Usually, Class A vehicles are fully loaded with all amenities and have a large living space.

• Class B: (17-19 ft) Small and affordable, these vehicles are easier to drive and manoeuvre. Class B vehicles are often known as conversion vans and are built on a smaller chassis compared to Class A vehicles.

Some Class B vehicles include a toilet or freshwater tank, but not all do. Class B vehicles usually have basic cooking equipment, folding beds and limited storage space.

Class B vehicles are a good option for short-term getaways.

• Class C: (30-33 ft) These vehicles are medium-sized, with moderate storage space and a few extra luxuries.

Class C vehicles are a smaller version of the Class A motorhome. They are built on a truck or van cutaway chassis and usually have a gas-powered engine.

Class C motorhomes generally have sleeping quarters above the cab and more sleeping space in the back. Some Class Cs also have a slide-out option that increases the living space when the motorhome is parked.

Class C vehicles come equipped with a good number of facilities, including a self-contained toilet, refrigerator, heating or AC, and cooking facilities.

Class C vehicles are very versatile and are great for both short- and long-term getaways.

Our comparison tool will show you the specifications of each vehicle available to help you find a camper suitable for your needs.