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posted Jun 4, 2019 3:21:53 PM

Can I deduct mileage for travel to and from hotel while travelling for work?

I am reimbursed for the initial trip from my home to the site and also from the site back home at the end of the job by my employer.  I am not reimbursed for the travel from the hotel to the job site while working.  Jobs are typically a couple of months long.  I have kept a log of the miles and days and I am using my personal vehicle.

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Jun 4, 2019 3:21:55 PM

Yes, you can deduct your unreimbursed business mileage on Form 2106 if the amount is greater than 2% of your AGI and you itemize deductions on Schedule A.  You may also be able to deduct other unreimbursed business expenses while you were there such as meals and lodging. Turbo Tax will guide you through this to make sure you get your deductions.

With your return open in Turbo Tax:

  1. Click on Search at the top right corner and type "Form 2106"
  2. Click on "Jump to form 2106"
  3. Continue through each page, on the 3rd page answer "Yes" to "Any vehicle expenses or sales?"
  4. This will guide you through entering the information for your business mileage deduction.

Make sure you answer all the questions as you go through the 2106 section. Turbo Tax will find your deductions.

You might find this link to a Turbo Tax FAQ article helpful:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4800418