If you are looking for van hire near Eastleigh, Alco Van Hire’s collection point in Winchester is around 8 to 10 miles from central Eastleigh by road from the centre of Eastleigh. Customers can choose SWB, LWB and 3.5-tonne Luton tail-lift vans.
Eastleigh is close enough to Winchester for Alco to be a practical option for local moves, furniture collections, business work and short-term van requirements.
The Eastleigh area includes a mix of residential neighbourhoods, retail, transport and commercial activity, so van hire can be useful for moves around Boyatt Wood, Bishopstoke, Allbrook and central Eastleigh as well as deliveries, stock and equipment. The SWB is suited to smaller loads, while the LWB and Luton provide substantially more carrying space.
Eastleigh and Winchester are connected by the M3 corridor and local roads. Alco’s collection point is on Romsey Road in Winchester, so your final approach is towards Pitt and M3 Junction 11 rather than Winchester city-centre parking.
Alco's three main van sizes cover very different loads. The table below uses the current vehicle data published on the Alco website.
| Van | Load volume | Payload | Load area (L × W × H) | Rear opening (W × H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWB Ford Transit | 6.2m³ | 869kg | 2,495 × 1,745 × 1,430mm | 1,540 × 1,350mm |
| LWB Ford Transit | 11.0m³ | 1,192kg | 3,399 × 1,745 × 1,855mm | 1,540 × 1,796mm |
| 3.5-tonne Luton tail lift | 17.1m³ | 1,150kg | 3,910 × 2,020 × 2,160mm | 1,890 × 1,930mm |
Dimensions, payloads and capacities are a guide. If a measurement or capacity is critical to your job, please confirm it with Alco before booking or loading.
For a more detailed comparison, including examples of what may fit, see What Size Van Do I Need?
For larger moves, see the moving-house van hire guide. For commercial requirements, see business van hire.
Eastleigh and Winchester are connected by the M3 corridor and local roads. Alco’s collection point is on Romsey Road in Winchester, so your final approach is towards Pitt and M3 Junction 11 rather than Winchester city-centre parking.
Alco Van Hire: Pittvale Service Station, Romsey Road, Winchester, SO22 5QN.
The distance shown on this page is an approximate road distance intended to help with planning. Your actual route and mileage will depend on where in Eastleigh you start and current traffic conditions.
For a straightforward hire, enter your proposed collection and return details below to check the current price and vehicle availability. Vehicles are collected from Alco Van Hire in Winchester, approximately around 8 to 10 miles from central Eastleigh by road from central Eastleigh.
If the price and availability suit you, you can continue through the same secure system to make your reservation. If you have a more complex hire requirement and need a full quotation, please contact Alco.
Alco's Winchester collection point is around 8 to 10 miles from central Eastleigh by road from central Eastleigh. Distances and journey times vary with your exact starting point, route and traffic, so use Find Us to check your journey before collection.
No. Alco does not operate an Eastleigh branch. Vehicles are collected from Alco Van Hire at Pittvale Service Station, Romsey Road, Winchester, SO22 5QN.
The SWB is best for smaller loads, the LWB gives substantially more length and height, and the 17.1m³ Luton is the largest option and includes a 450kg tail lift. See the van size guide before booking.
Standard daily hires include 200 miles per day. Some special offers have different mileage allowances, so check the current special-offer terms for the exact hire you choose.
Yes. You can check availability and book online. Online booking is available 24/7 where the collection time and hirer meet the online-booking requirements.
