Melville City Car Hire

Melville is a business district in Suffolk County on northern Long Island, about 50 km east of Manhattan, with 2 rental companies in the center. The area is known as a business hub with many office complexes and shopping centers along Route 110. Proximity to the Long Island Expressway and Northern State Parkway makes it easy to reach all of Long Island.

Melville city center is located along the Route 110 corridor, about 5 km north of Amityville and about 8 km south of Cold Spring Harbor. Long Island Expressway Exit 49 (Route 110) is about 2 km south, and the Northern State Parkway is reached in about 5 minutes north. Walt Whitman Shops, one of Long Island's largest shopping centers, is located in Melville.

Route 110 is Melville's backbone – take it south to Southern State Parkway for access to Jones Beach (about 20 minutes) or west toward JFK. If you're planning a trip to Cold Spring Harbor or Oyster Bay, take Route 110 north, about 15–20 minutes. Book your car in advance during summer when Melville is popular with business travelers.

How long does it take to drive from Melville to Manhattan? About 50–70 minutes via Long Island Expressway west, but expect longer times during rush hour. Is Melville a good place to rent a car to explore the North Shore?

Yes, Cold Spring Harbor is 15 minutes north and Oyster Bay about 20 minutes – perfect for North Shore excursions. Are there parking options at the rental agencies in Melville city center? Yes, Melville is a suburban business district with plenty of free parking at most rental locations.

We compare prices from all major providers at Melville Center 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.