Rent a Car in Denver Colfax AVE

Colfax Avenue is Denver's longest street and offers 3 car rental companies in a central location east of downtown. East Colfax is known for its mix of hipster neighborhoods, historic movie theaters, and direct access to Colorado State Capitol. The location provides quick access to I-225 south and I-70 east toward the airport.

The rental locations along Colfax Avenue are 3–5 km east of Denver downtown, near Cheesman Park and Congress Park. Denver Zoo and City Park are reached in 10 minutes' drive north. Stapleton and Denver International Airport are 25 km east along Colfax/I-70, approximately 30 minutes away.

Colfax Avenue is known for heavy traffic throughout the day – plan pickup in the morning for smoothest driving. Cheesman Park and Congress Park area have limited street parking – rental companies along Colfax have their own parking lots. Choose a vehicle with good fuel efficiency – the Colfax stretch is long and stop-and-go driving consumes more fuel.

How far is it from Colfax Avenue to Red Rocks Amphitheatre? It's approximately 30 km west via US-6 or US-40 and takes about 35–40 minutes. Is Colfax Avenue a good alternative to downtown rentals?

Yes, prices can be lower and queues shorter, but the selection of vehicles is somewhat more limited than downtown. Can I use public transportation to reach the Colfax Avenue rental companies? Yes, RTD bus lines 15 and 15L run frequently along Colfax Avenue and connect to downtown and Light Rail stations.

We compare prices from all major providers at Denver Colfax AVE so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.