Rent a car in Plano to explore a thriving city packed with luscious parks, world-class restaurants, and sprawling malls. Just 30 minutes from downtown Dallas, our car rental Plano West HLE office is also an ideal base for exploring this modern metropolis in northern Texas. Alternatively, you’ll find us to the north of Plano and at Addison - Atlantic Aviation Airport.

Enjoy panoramic views of the city from above at the Reunion Tower or brush up on your history at the Dallas Museum of Art. It’s also just under an hour to drive with your rental car from Plano to Fort Worth, home to the oldest stock show and rodeo in the country.

We have a range of vehicles to suit every adventure at our car rental in Plano. Reserve online to choose from spacious SUVs and hatchbacks to travel in comfort or cruise around the city in a classic cabriolet.

Reserve your rental car in Plano today and take to the open road with ease.

Plano Locations

A Quick Guide to Plano

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Interurban Railway Museum

901 East 15th Street, Plano, TX 75074

The Interurban Railway Museum, also known as Plano Station, was previously an historic train station. The city’s first ever train station was situated at the very building in which the museum now resides. The station has now been converted to a museum and features interactive exhibits on electricity and science and the history of the Texas Electric Railway.

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Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve

5901 Los Rios Boulevard, Plano, TX 75074

Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve is an 800-acre park in Plano. As the city’s largest park, it features five hiking trails that are suitable for both experienced trekkers and beginners. If hiking isn’t your thing, there are plentiful scenic spots to enjoy a picnic or soak up some sunshine by the lake.

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Crayola Experience

6121 West Park Boulevard Suite A100, Plano, TX 75093

Visit Plano’s most colorful destination for a one-of-a-kind family fun day out. Covering 60,000 square feet of fun attractions and activities, kids of all ages will love starring in their very own coloring book, embarking on a 4-D coloring adventure, and learning about how the crayons are made in a live demonstration.  

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott

3415 Premier Drive, Plano, TX 75023

Experience a warm and welcoming stay at Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriot. Enjoy outstanding service and excellent facilities including a free breakfast, an on-site fitness center and pool along with complimentary parking for your rental car in Plano. The hotel’s location on the US-75 makes it perfectly situated for exploring attractions both local and further afield.

Hampton Inn & Suites

3316 Central Expressway, Plano, TX 75074

Just off US-75 and surrounded by a plethora of shops and restaurants, Hampton Inn & Suites is an ideal place to stay in central Plano. Downtown Dallas can be reached within 20 minutes south and guest rooms and suites are spacious – with the option to upgrade to a King or Queen size bed. Accessible rooms are also available for those with reduced mobility.

WoodSpring Suites Dallas Plano Central Legacy Drive

6801 K Avenue, Plano, TX 75074

Designed to feel like a home away from home, WoodSpring Suites feature in-room kitchens, complete with cooking appliances and housekeeping services. The hotel is also pet-friendly, so your four-legged friend can join you on your travels. There’s even an on-site fitness center where you can work up a sweat, before indulging at the local restaurants.

Amoretto Italian Restaurant

101 West Spring Creek Parkway #734, Plano, TX 75023

This family-friendly restaurant serves up some of the best Italian cuisine in town. Dive into creamy homemade pasta dishes, served with freshly baked garlic rolls, or veal breast generously coated in lemon sauce and capers. If there’s still room for dessert, why not tempt your tastebuds with some delicious cannoli?

Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant

3420 North Central Expressway, Plano, TX 75075

Voted America’s #1 Mexican Restaurant for over a decade, Abuelo’s invites you to experience the authentic tastes of Mexico. Fuel your appetite with fire-grilled sizzling fajitas, served with Mexican rice, fresh guacamole, sour cream, and cheese. Or treat yourself to steak and enchiladas from the house specialty menu.

El Norte Grill

2205 West Parker Road, Plano, TX 75023

Drive ten minutes east with your rental car from Plano’s downtown for traditional and modern Tex-Mex fare at El Norte Grill. Each dish is freshly prepared and can be enjoyed in their warm, friendly atmosphere. Some of our favorites include El Norte Signature Tacos, Pork Montana, and Chicken Monterrey. Daily specials are also available throughout the week.

Driving In and Around Plano

  • Parking Road Station (75074) is an ideal parking spot for your rental car in Plano, with easy access to the DART Rail Red and Orange City Lines.
  • Northwest Plano Park & Ride (75024) is close to Texas Sculpture Garden, Arbor Hills Nature Preserve and Crayola Experience.
  • Public Parking Garage (75074) is situated nearby the Interurban Railway Museum, Plano Sculptures and Heritage Farmstead Museum.

 

  • S Route 75 travels from Interstate 345 (I-345) in Dallas and extends north towards the Oklahoma state line.
  • State Highway 289 is a north-south Texas state highway. It begins in Dallas and passes through some of the northern suburbs including Frisco and Plano before extending to Grayson.
  • Dallas North Tollway is a toll road that runs from Downtown Dallas to Frisco, please check for the latest charges when traveling along this route.

 

How to Get From Plano to Dallas

It takes about 30 minutes to drive the 21 miles with your rental car from Plano to Dallas.

  1. Join the US-75 South.
  2. Continue on US-75 South for 19 miles and then take Exit 284A.
  3. Keep right and follow signs for Ervay Street to arrive in Dallas.

 

How to Get From Plano to Fort Worth

Plano is around an hour's drive from Fort Worth. Take your rental car from Plano onto the US-75 South. Take President George Bush West and TX-121 South to TX-280 Spur in Fort Worth. Finally, continue on TX-280 Spur to reach Commerce Street in Fort Worth to arrive.