Manhattan City Car Hire

Columbus Circle is located at the heart of Manhattan where Broadway meets 8th Avenue at the southwest corner of Central Park. Here you'll find 2 rental agencies offering cars at the most central hub of New York. A perfect starting point for excursions outside the city when the subway won't do.

Columbus Circle is right at the southwest entrance of Central Park and Time Warner Center, approximately 3 km from Times Square and 5 km from Lower Manhattan. From here, you can reach George Washington Bridge in about 20 minutes via Henry Hudson Parkway, and Newark Airport is about 45 minutes away via Lincoln Tunnel. Pick up the car early in the morning before Manhattan's rush hour sets in – traffic along 8th Avenue can be gridlocked from 8 am.

Planning a trip up to Hudson Valley? Take Henry Hudson Parkway north directly from Columbus Circle. Parking in the area is expensive – return the car by 6 pm to avoid evening rush.

How far is it from Columbus Circle to JFK Airport? Expect about 45–60 minutes via Queens–Midtown Tunnel or Queensboro Bridge, depending on traffic. Can I drive directly to the Catskills from Columbus Circle?

Yes, take I-87 north from George Washington Bridge, about 2.5 hours to central Catskills. Is there parking near the rental agency at Columbus Circle? There are parking garages in Time Warner Center and along W 60th Street, but expect 40–60 USD per day.

We compare prices from all major providers at Manhattan Columbus Circle 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.