Off-street parking
| Location |
Operator |
Price |
| Castle |
York City Council |
£2.50 / hour |
| York Piccadilly |
York City Council |
£3.00 / hour |
| Q-Park Shambles |
Q-Park |
£2.50 / hour |
| Nunnery Lane |
York City Council |
£11.50 / 16 hours |
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Where can I park in York for a day?
Find out about motorhome parking in York or get more information on lorry parks in York, and parking for motorcycle and mopeds.
- Bishopthorpe Road car park.
- Bootham Row car park.
- Castle car park.
- Coppergate Centre car park.
- East Parade car park.
- Esplanade car park.
- Foss Bank car park.
- Marygate car park.
It’s always good to
look around for the best places to park, and you can be sure to find several good spots to park in York. No matter in you’re driving a car, a motorbike or even a caravan, York offers plenty of parking opportunities for everyone.
Where can I park for free in York?
You can park for free in York at either East Parade Car Park or Bishopthorpe Road Car Park between 6pm and 8am.
Free car parks in York
- Monk Bar Car Park.
- Castle Car Park.
- Union Terrace Car Park.
- St George’s Field Car Park.
- Nunnery Lane Car Park.
- Bishopthorpe Road Car Park.
- East Parade Car Park.
How much is parking in York Centre? – Related Questions
Is it difficult to park in York?
Parking is readily available all around the city of York, with 15 public car parks operated by the City of York Council and several privately-run car parks.
Is there a congestion charge in York?
Lorries, buses and coaches will be charged £50 per day to drive into the city centre if they do not comply with emissions standards, while the worst-polluting vans and taxis will be charged £12.50 per day.
How do I know if I have to pay congestion charge?
If you already have an account, sign in to Pay to drive in London to check if a discount or exemption applies to your vehicle – and what charges you would need to pay.
This tool checks for:
- Congestion Charge.
- Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ)
- Low Emission Zone (LEZ)
- Direct Vision Standard (DVS) and HGV Safety Permit.
What cars are exempt from Clean Air Zone?
Exemptions
- a vehicle that’s ultra low emission.
- a disabled passenger tax class vehicle.
- a disabled tax class vehicle.
- a military vehicle.
- a historic vehicle.
- a vehicle retrofitted with technology accredited by the Clean Vehicle Retrofit Accreditation Scheme ( CVRAS )
- certain types of agricultural vehicles.
What time can you drive in York city centre?
Footstreet hours
We control the times when vehicles can access York city centre, in order to create additional space for pedestrians, and to provide opportunities for businesses to expand into the highway and public spaces. Currently, the pedestrian zone footstreet hours are between 10.30am and 5.00pm, 7 days a week.
What time is free parking in York?
On-street parking charges
Parking for over 2 hours is only allowed after 3.00pm. 1 and 2 hour charges apply every day from 8.00am to 6.00pm, except for Priory Street where the charges on Sunday do not start until 1.00pm.
Is York Park and Ride free?
York has 6 Park & Ride services, allowing you to travel to York by car, park for free in secure car parks and complete your journey into the city centre by bus. All Park & Ride information can be found on the iTravel York website.
Can you Park and Ride overnight in York?
Overnight parking is not permitted at Park and Ride sites. Check the opening times for each site before you travel.
Can you park overnight at Designer Outlet York?
The car park is managed by York Designer Outlet. Overnight parking is not permitted.
Do you pay for parking at York Designer Outlet?
On-site parking is free. All car parks are open however we ask where possible that you leave a space between each parked car to help with social distancing. Family and disabled parking bays are located in the Grey (West Entrance) and Burgundy and Navy (South Entrance) zone car parks.
Is parking in Mcarthur Glen free?
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands is conveniently located for easy access from M6, M6 TOLL, A5 and A38 motorways. To find us using Sat Nav enter WS11 7JZ. Enjoy free Car Parking, all year round.
What time does park and ride stop in York?
Timetable
| Route |
Mon-Sat |
Sun |
| Designer Outlet |
07:00 to 22:00 |
09:30 to 22:20 |
| Grimston Bar |
05:00 to 21:30 |
09:30 to 18:00 |
| Monks Cross |
07:00 to 20:00 |
09:30 to 18:45 |
| Poppleton Bar |
no service |
no service |
How long can you park in York park and ride?
Several council car parks, including Moor Lane (close to Askham Bar Park & Ride), allow 24-hour pay and display parking.
Can you pay by card on York park and ride?
How can I pay for my Park & Ride journey? Find a parking space and park your car free of charge. Then, simply board the next bus into town and pay the driver with cash or contactless debit/credit card. Full details of all our tickets for Park & Ride can be found here.
How long can you park at the park and ride?
Determine if Parking Fees Apply
If your vehicle is registered within RTD Boundaries, it’s free to park at nearly all of RTD’s Park-n-Rides for up to 24 hours. If your vehicle is registered to an address outside the district, then you may need to pay for the first 24 hours of parking.
Is parking free in Metro station?
Parking is free at Metro-operated lots on weekends and federal holidays, except during special events. Most weekends, it’s easy to find a space at Metro parking lots. Fares are collected upon exit during the following hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
