Bridge of Don Park & Ride Parking, Aberdeen
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 20 | 45 | 70 | 80 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 65 | 60 | 45 | 25 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 20 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
About Bridge of Don Park & Ride
As a park and ride in Aberdeen, Bridge of Don Park & Ride offers an alternative to driving into the town centre — park here and catch a connecting bus. With around 650 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. This car park offers free parking.
When to Visit
Park and ride sites follow a clear commuter pattern — demand surges on weekday mornings as people drive in and catch the bus, then stays high until the evening return. Arriving before 8am gives you the best chance of a space. Weekends are very quiet, as most park and rides see minimal non-commuter use. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Parking in Aberdeen
There are 25 car parks across Aberdeen, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Bridge of Don Park & Ride have?
Bridge of Don Park & Ride in Aberdeen has approximately 650 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Bridge of Don Park & Ride?
Parking at Bridge of Don Park & Ride is free of charge.
When is Bridge of Don Park & Ride busiest?
Bridge of Don Park & Ride tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Bridge of Don Park & Ride quietest?
The quietest period for Bridge of Don Park & Ride is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Bridge of Don Park & Ride?
Bridge of Don Park & Ride is a park and ride car park with surface parking.