Texas DPS skills-test rentals
Rent a vehicle for your CDL skills test
Have a Texas DPS test date and need the right vehicle? Choose a Class A tractor-trailer, a Class B truck, a passenger bus or a school bus. We’ll check equipment availability for your appointment.
Call (469) 332-7188 to discuss your test date.
Which vehicle do you need?
Start with the class and endorsements on your permit. Each option below has its own equipment checklist and rental prices.
Class A 
Class B 
Passenger bus 
School bus Truck and bus rental prices
One Texas DPS skills-test appointment includes up to two hours of vehicle use. The table combines the published rental and fuel charges.
Texas DPS fees, applicable taxes and any familiarization you choose are separate. Confirm the full quote before reserving.
See all published prices| Test office | Rental | Fuel | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas South · Truck | $650 | $80 | $730 |
| Dallas South · Bus | $950 | $80 | $1,030 |
| Paris · Truck | $1,300 | $245 | $1,545 |
| Paris · Bus | $1,600 | $245 | $1,845 |
Another DPS location? Request a location-specific quote.
Before you book
Have your permit and appointment notice handy. We’ll confirm the meeting point separately from the DPS test office.
Read scheduling and refund termsCan I rent a vehicle just for the test?
Yes. You can request the test vehicle on its own. For experienced drivers who want time with the controls, pre-trip, backing and road familiarization are separate selections.
Does requesting a vehicle book my DPS appointment?
You book the skills test with Texas DPS. Send the office, date and time on your appointment notice so our team can confirm a vehicle and meeting arrangements.
Can I ask about another Texas test office?
Yes. Give us the office name and planned date. We’ll check availability and quote the rental and fuel for that trip.
Have a test date?
Send the vehicle type, DPS office and appointment time. We’ll check the schedule and confirm the price.