Question

How do I avoid the congestion fee when parking near Times Square?

The easiest way to avoid congestion fees when parking near Times Square is to choose parking garages outside the congestion zone and then use public transport to reach Times Square.

Congestion fees apply if you park in Manhattan south of 60th Street. Vehicles entering that area during peak times are charged this fee. You can park above 60th Street and travel by subway or bus to avoid it.

You can park near areas such as the Upper West Side, Upper East Side, or Harlem, which are not in the congestion zone. From there, it will take around 10–15 minutes to reach Times Square if you take the subway.

Another option is to book a park-and-ride garage in a nearby borough, such as Queens or Brooklyn, and then take the subway into Manhattan. This completely avoids entering areas that have congestion fees.