Plano, TX is a city located in Collin County with a population of approximately 286,143 as of 2019. It has grown rapidly over the past few decades and offers a variety of transportation options for both its residents and visitors. The city is served by DART Bus and Rail and Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) services, providing local bus service to many areas within Plano including the downtown area and surrounding suburban neighborhoods. The DART system also links Plano to other nearby towns such as Garland, Richardson, Carrollton, Farmer's Branch, Addison and more. In addition, there are several major roadways that pass through Plano including US 75, SH 121/President George Bush Turnpike, FM 544/PGBT and I-635. The area is also served by two airports - Dallas Love Field Airport and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport which are both located near the city limits. These airports make it easy for residents to travel between Plano and many cities across the country. Lastly, there are several taxi companies in Plano that provide transportation services for those who do not have access to public transportation or prefer a more private mode of transport.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Plano (zip 75025) takes 29.1 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Plano (zip 75025) get to work:
- 80.6% drive their own car alone
- 6.7% carpool with others
- 10.2% work from home
- 1.0% take mass transit