Rent a car in New York
Need to rent a car to get out of New York? It's easier than you think! You can rent a car at one of the 3 New York airports or in the city. Here are the addresses.
Here’s the reality: in New York, a car will hold you back more than help you. Parking in Manhattan is expensive, and traffic during rush hours is heavy. If you’re staying in the city, stick to public transportation—the subway and buses will get you everywhere you need to go.
A rental car makes sense only if you’re leaving New York. Outside the city, public transit has real limits. To reach Atlantic City or other distant New Jersey towns, Washington, or Boston, a car becomes essential and far more convenient.
Rent a car at the airport
The easiest option is to pick up your rental at the airport. Here are the major car rental companies at New York’s three airports—JFK, Newark, and LaGuardia—with their contact numbers:
Rent a car in New York
If you’re already in central New York, visit one of the major rental agencies. You’ll find multiple locations throughout Manhattan. Here are the main offices:
- Avis: 225 East 43rd Street. Phone: (212) 682 1860.
- Budget: 304 West and 150 East 49th Street. Phone: (212) 333 5901.
- Dollar Rent a Car: 329 East 22nd Street. Phone: (866) 434 2226.
- Enterprise Rent-A-Car: 12 West 48th Street. Phone: (212) 730 6151.
- Thrifty: 148 West 83rd Street. Phone: (877) 283 0898.