Car Rental - Moline

 

Car rental in Moline makes for exciting getaways and fuss-free business trips.

Rent a car in Moline to explore one of the famous ‘Quad Cities’ that spread across Illinois and Iowa. Ties to renowned farm machinery manufacturer John Deere lie throughout the city, which is still home to the Deere & Company HQ.

Moline is also known as the Quad Cities’ retail hub, with the SouthPark Mall offering enviable shopping facilities. Car rental lets you explore the waterfront parks that line the Mississippi River, too.

You can find our  Moline car rental pick-up offices in the heart of city and at Quad City International Airport.

Enjoy a hassle- free start to your business trip or vacation with Hertz car rental in Moline. Choose from our fleet of high-quality holiday or business rental SUVs, sedans and pickups.

Reserve your rental car in Moline  to discover all this dynamic Illinois city has to offer.

Moline Locations

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A Quick Guide to Moline

John Deere Pavilion

John Deere Pavilion

1400 River Drive, 61265

This museum dedicated to innovator and one-time Mayor of Moline is packed full of hands-on exhibits. Sit in the cabs of some of the biggest and best machinery John Deere has created and get ready to learn about 180 years of manufacturing history in the Legacy Area.

Sylvan Island

Sylvan Island

1st Ave & 2nd Street, 61265

This former industrial site has been transformed into a waterside park, sprawling over 37 acres. Up the adrenalin by tackling over a mile of dirt biking trails and test yourself on the single-track mountain biking route. It’s not all high-octane, you can also take a gentle stroll along two miles of flat path to soak up the peace and quiet.

SouthPark Mall

SouthPark Mall

4500 16th St, Moline, IL 61265

Moline’s retail hub, SouthPark Mall brings together a plethora of big-brand stores – JCPenney, Dick’s Sporting Goods and more – with a collection of fantastic restaurants and food court stalls. There are over 60 retailers found here, along with on- site parking – just in case you’re going all out with your retail therapy.

The Axis Hotel

1630 5th Avenue, 61265

Refined and sophisticated, this boutique hotel is centrally located in Moline. This makes it great for easy access to restaurants and shops – with car rental, you can see it all. The rooms may feature contemporary neutral tones and state-of-the-art amenities, but design motifs like terrazzo floors and lobbies with coffered ceilings date back to the hotel’s 1920s inception.

Hotel Blackhawk, Autograph Collection

200 East 3rd Street, 52801

A short drive from Davenport in your Moline rental car, you’ll find Hotel Blackhawk. The hotel first opened in 1915 and has since been the chosen spot for celebrities and politicians. Expect subtle glamor in the form of a decadent spa, a stylish upscale bistro and rooms with sweeping views across Downtown.

Radisson on John Deere Commons

1415 River Drive, 61265

This warm and welcoming hotel prides itself on its amenities, such as a modern fitness center, spacious indoor pool and location. There’s next-door access to one of Moline’s biggest conference centers. Ideal if you’re renting a car for business or an event. Grab a complimentary breakfast, including everything from golden waffles to scrambled eggs, every morning in the John Deere Room.

Steel Plow Burger Company

2180 53rd Street, 61265

With locations in both Davenport and Moline, Steel Plow Burger Company is the place to go for comfort food while touring the Quad Cities area in your Moline rental car. Discover imaginative takes on burgers, from ‘Liv’s Spaghettaboutit Burger’ – fried ravioli and spaghetti on garlic toast – to the ‘Anytime Burger’ – potatoes, chorizo and fried eggs in a bun. There’s also a stacked milkshake menu too.

Lemongrass Cafe

1419 5th Avenue, 61265

Feast on both classic and contemporary Thai cuisine at this ultra-cool spot in Downtown Moline. Start with fresh and crunchy buddha rolls with tangy mango dip, then indulge in flavorsome Pad Thai, finished off with crunchy peanuts and sweet tamarind sauce.

River House Bar & Grill

1510 River Drive, 61265

Fire up your car Moline car rental and head to the River House Bar & Grill. As the name would suggest, river views come part of the experience at this proudly traditional bar and grill. The fare is hearty and all-American. Think hot fried chicken salad with honey mustard dressing and mozzarella, and racks of tender ribs served with juicy shrimp.

Driving In and Around Moline

  • Street parking (61265) is available throughout Moline in residential areas free of charge, but you must not park your Moline rental car for more than 48 hours here.
  • Midtowne Parking Facility (61265) offers free parking on the ground floor for two hours and is conveniently located close to many of the city’s boutiques and eateries. Hop out of your rental car here for lunch, dinner or shopping in Moline.
  • All-day parking (61265) spaces can be found throughout Moline. Please remember to check signage and meters for up-to-date charges.

 

  • Interstate 74 (I-74) runs north-west to south-east from the Iowa state line. It cuts through major cities like Bloomington and Champaign. This could be the perfect route for Moline road trips.
  • Interstate 280 (I-280) is a highway skirting around the Quad Cities area, connecting Moline to the Quad Cities International Airport. With Hertz, you can collect your rental car in one place and drop it off in another – for optimal convenience.
  • Interstate 80 (I-80) is a major freeway that runs north of the city, reached via I-74. Drive east from Moline to reach Joliet, or west for Des Moines.

 

How to Get From Moline to Davenport

It takes just under 10 minutes to drive the five miles from central Moline to Davenport with car rental, or 15 minutes from the airport.

  1. Leave the car rental pick-up in central MOline via 4th Avenue.
  2. After reaching Quad City Botanical Center, turn right on to 24th Street.
  3. Take another right on to 24th Street, or Rock Island Viaduct.
  4. Continue on Fort Armstrong Road and cross the Mississippi River via Arsenal Bridge.
  5. Stay on Leclaire Street, then turn left on to E 4th St in Davenport to arrive.

 

How to Get From Moline to Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is around a 90-minute drive from Moline in your rental car. Take I-74 out of the city, then follow I-80 W toward Des Moines . Stay on for around 55 miles, then use Exit 239B to head north on I-380 into Cedar Rapids.