The best place to park when traveling to New York City is at the North Bergen Park & Ride bus station in New Jersey. 
The price to park for 24 hours is $10.00.
The price includes one adult round-trip ticket bus transfer into and out of New York City. Additional round-trip tickets can be purchased for $6.50. If parking longer than 24 hours, there is an additional charge of $10.00. Long-term parking is not permitted. Buses arrive every 10-20 minutes and drops off passengers at the Port Authority Bus Terminal located at 41st Street between 8th and 9th Avenues in Manhattan, NY. This is located within walking distance to popular tourist attractions such as Times Square, Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center and the Garment District. The expected travel time from the bus station into New York City is between 10-15 minutes.
North Bergen Park & Ride Information
Bus transportation hours of operation have different times for weekdays and the weekend. The time frame between 6:30 AM – 3:00 AM EST is the general schedule. Senior citizens, children, and passengers with disabilities are eligible for reduced fare on both the one-way and round-trip tickets. During the weekdays, the parking lot tends to hit full capacity prior to 9:00 AM. During the weekends it is possible to find many open parking spots throughout the entire day. The availability of parking spaces relies on whether there is a big event occurring in New York City; so keep that in mind when planning a trip.
North Bergen Park & Ride Address:
Route 3 West & I-495 East
North Bergen, NJ 07047
Latitude and Longitude Coordinates: 40.777688,-74.043563
Plus Code for Google Maps: QXH4+3H North Bergen, New Jersey
The address for the North Bergen Park & Ride sometimes makes it complicated for GPS to find. Below are some helpful hints to locate the parking lot, which is just after Exit 16E toward the Lincoln Tunnel.
Traveling East: After passing through New Jersey Turnpike Exit 16E Lincoln Tunnel, stay in the far right lane and continue onto NJ-495 E for 0.1 miles. Take the next exit toward US 1/US 9 and be on the lookout for signage that reads Park-N-Ride. Follow these signs accordingly.
Traveling West: From NJ-495 W, merge onto US 1/US 9 South. Turn right onto NJ-3 W (signs for NJ-495 E/Clifton Tunnel/Lincoln Tunnel). Turn right (signs for Lincoln Tunnel). Continue straight to the Park-N-Ride entrance.
Traveling South: From I-95 S, follow signs for Lincoln Tunnel. Take Exit 16E toward Lincoln Tunnel. Continue onto NJ-495 E for 0.1 miles. Take the next exit toward US 1/US 9. Keep right at the fork, follow Park-N-Ride signs.
Traveling North: From I-95 N, follow signs for Lincoln Tunnel. Take Exit 16E Lincoln Tunnel and continue onto NJ-495 E for 0.1 miles. Take the next exit toward US 1/US 9 and be on the lookout for signage that reads Park-N-Ride. Follow these signs accordingly.
Best Option is to Park Outside of New York City
Parking in New York City can be pricey, with hourly rates as high as $16.00/hour. Depending on where you are traveling from, you may also have to pass through the Lincoln Tunnel and pay a $10.00 toll. Driving through the crowded streets of Manhattan can be stressful, especially if you are visiting for the first time. Parking in a nearby city and taking public transportation such as a bus, train, or taxi is a better affordable option. Overnight parking in a hotel’s parking garage is likely going to exceed $45.00 per night and this does not include any tips for valet attendants.
Embrace the Surroundings of NYC
If you have never ridden on a public bus or subway, you will have the opportunity to do so in New York City. Manhattan and the surrounding boroughs are full of diversity and unique people. Park your car outside of the city and make use of the public transportation options so that you can experience all there is to see. If you are driving alone you are too busy focusing on the traffic and lights to marvel at the beauty of the huge buildings and the street performers. Taking a bus into New York City allows you to sit back and relax and “take it all in”.
Get a MetroCard
New York City has plenty of options for getting around, including the subway or often referred to as “the train”, buses, taxis, and bikes. The subway is the most common and can be the fastest method of all. 
If visiting for only one day, you can purchase a MetroCard for a specific dollar value. It is best to underestimate the amount you plan to use because you can always add money to the card. If you are staying in New York City for a longer period of time, and plan to use the subway often, there are monthly plans available that include unlimited subway rides.