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Campervan and Motorhome hire — Truro

Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Truro and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners — from compact campervans for 2, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexible booking, competitive prices and insurance included.

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Campervans available for hire — Truro

The campervan is the ultimate all-rounder. Effortlessly practical and built for freedom, it’s just as at home navigating tight city streets as it is exploring the heart of the countryside.

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Why choose Truro for your road trip

Truro — a city worth exploring

Truro's Royal Cornwall Museum holds over 100,000 artefacts spanning Cornish history from the Bronze Age to the present day. As Cornwall's only city, Truro offers a distinctive blend of Georgian architecture, independent shops along cobbled Lemon Street, and the imposing Truro Cathedral — the first Anglican cathedral built on a new site in England since Salisbury in 1220. Wander through Victoria Gardens beside the River Truro or explore the Hall for Cornwall, a thriving arts venue in the heart of the city. Falmouth sits just 18 km to the south, where the National Maritime Museum Cornwall overlooks the world's third-largest natural harbour. Head 45 km north-east and you reach Bodmin Moor, a rugged landscape ideal for wild walks and open-air adventures. Truro's compact centre is easy to navigate, though the surrounding Cornish lanes can be narrow, so choosing the right-sized vehicle matters. With Yescapa, you hire your campervan or motorhome directly from local owners across Cornwall, giving you flexible pick-up options and genuine insider tips on the best routes and overnight spots. Whether you are planning a coastal loop or a countryside retreat, Truro makes a practical and rewarding base for exploring the far south-west by campervan.

Best time to visit

Truro comes alive in late November with the City of Lights festival, when giant lantern processions wind through the streets to mark the start of the festive season. The Royal Cornwall Show, held each June near Wadebridge, is another highlight worth timing your trip around. Summer brings the longest days and warmest weather for coastal drives, making it the most popular season — so booking your campervan through Yescapa early helps you secure the best choice from local owners at competitive peer-to-peer prices. Spring and autumn are ideal for quieter roads and easier campsite availability around Truro, with mild conditions well suited to motorhome touring.

Top getaways from Truro

Truro is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways

Truro to St Ives

29km west 1–3 days

Head 29 km west from Truro to the artistic harbour town of St Ives. Browse the Tate St Ives gallery and the Barbara Hepworth Museum, then walk the coastal path to Porthmeor Beach. Campsite pitches fill quickly in summer, so plan ahead. A perfect short campervan escape.

Truro to the Lizard Peninsula

42km south 1–4 days

Drive 42 km south from Truro to the Lizard, mainland Britain's most southerly point. Visit Kynance Cove for its turquoise waters and serpentine rock, then explore the Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre. Narrow lanes reward careful driving, and several small campsites dot the peninsula.

Truro to Dartmoor National Park

105km northeast 3–6 days

Cover 105 km north-east from Truro to reach Dartmoor's open moorland. Stop at Castle Drogo and hike to Haytor Rocks for sweeping views. Motorhome-friendly car parks are available at key entry points, and the route passes through Tavistock, a charming market town.

Truro to the North Devon Coast

145km northeast 3–6 days

Travel 145 km north-east from Truro to reach Woolacombe and Croyde, two of Devon's finest surf beaches. Pause at Clovelly, a traffic-free fishing village clinging to a steep cliff. Campervan parking is plentiful along the coast, with well-equipped sites near Braunton Burrows.

Truro to the Jurassic Coast

210km east 5–8 days

Set off 210 km east from Truro along the south coast to Dorset's Jurassic Coast. Explore Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, then visit the fossil shops of Lyme Regis. Designated motorhome stops are well signed along the route, making this a comfortable long-distance tour.

Truro to the Pembrokeshire Coast

280km northwest 5–8 days

Head 280 km north-west from Truro to Pembrokeshire in south-west Wales. Walk the clifftop path near St Davids, Britain's smallest city, and kayak around Ramsey Island. The ferry from Plymouth to Roscoff is nearby if you fancy extending your campervan adventure further.

Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?

Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.

Discover

Find the perfect vehicle

Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!

Connecting people

Confirm your booking

Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.

Pick-up

Go on an adventure

On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.

Return

All good things must come to an end...

Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!

Campsites and parkings for recreational vehicles in Truro

Recommended campsites

Cornwall offers a wide range of campsites within easy reach of Truro, from sheltered woodland pitches to coastal spots with sea views. Many sites provide electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, and modern shower blocks suitable for both campervans and motorhomes. Whether you prefer a quiet rural retreat or a family-friendly park with on-site facilities, you will find plenty of options around Truro to suit your trip.

  • Cosawes Park Perranarworthal (6km southwest)Electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, showers, toilets, laundry, Wi-Fi
  • Carnon Downs Caravan and Camping Park Carnon Downs (5km southwest)Electric hook-ups, heated pool, showers, toilets, shop, play area
  • Truro Caravan and Camping Park Truro (2km east)Electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, showers, toilets, Wi-Fi
  • Killiwerris Touring Park Chacewater (8km west)Electric hook-ups, showers, toilets, laundry, dog-friendly pitches
  • Summer Valley Touring Park Shortlanesend (5km north)Electric hook-ups, showers, toilets, hardstanding, recycling facilities

Where to park your motorhome

Truro has several car parks that can accommodate larger vehicles, though height barriers apply at some multi-storey sites. For motorhomes and campervans, surface-level car parks are the safest bet. Overnight parking in the city centre is generally not permitted, so plan to return to a campsite or designated stopover for the night. Always check signage for vehicle height and length restrictions before entering.

  • Moorfield Car Park, Adjacent to the city — Large surface-level car park near the city centre with spaces suitable for longer vehicles. Pay and display, no overnight stays.
  • Garras Wharf Car Park, Adjacent to the city — Open-air car park beside the river, close to Lemon Quay. Check height restrictions at the entrance. Short and long stay available.
  • Newham Road Car Park, 1km southeast — Spacious surface car park on the edge of the city, well suited to campervans. Walking distance to the centre via the riverside path.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Truro

Chris
5 / 5

Todo perfecto 💯

PATRICK
5 / 5

The vehicle was excellent in every way. Roomy, efficient, drove well, everything worked. We had a great trip. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

William
5 / 5

First time hiring through Yescampa and Victor made it super easy. We navigated the language barrier with Google translate and he was very helpful explaining how to use all features of the vehicle. For a family of four exploring andulicua this was ideal.

Attila
5 / 5

The trip was amazing. Francesca, the owner, helped us a lot and was always available. The van was really good, with big space inside. Highly recommended.

Andrea
5 / 5

Dominique is a wonderful, kind and attentive host. The van was perfect, clean and cosy. We loved the trip even though the high altitude passes were very scary especially as we are driving on the wrong side of the road!

Martin
5 / 5

Andre couldn’t have been more helpful, plus he is a positive, warm individual. The camper was superb in every way, hygienic, beautiful handling and equipped with everything needed, no silly extras for bedding. Brand new mattresses that were so comfortable and all the windows had bug netting so nothing could get in or bite us. Will definitely do this again, PLUS great value. Very very happy with service and equipment

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