Bridge of Don Park & Ride Parking, Aberdeen
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Bridge of Don Park & Ride is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 74% full — roughly 481 of ~650 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Bridge of Don Park & Ride is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 6% full — roughly 611 of ~650 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- AB23 8BL
- Capacity
- ~650 spaces
- Type
- Park and ride
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Free
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 17 | 44 | 65 | 74 | 74 | 70 | 65 | 61 | 61 | 57 | 44 | 26 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 17 | 44 | 65 | 74 | 74 | 70 | 65 | 61 | 61 | 57 | 44 | 26 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 17 | 44 | 65 | 74 | 74 | 70 | 65 | 61 | 61 | 57 | 44 | 26 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 17 | 44 | 65 | 74 | 74 | 70 | 65 | 61 | 61 | 57 | 44 | 26 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 17 | 39 | 61 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 61 | 57 | 57 | 52 | 39 | 22 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Bridge of Don Park & Ride
Bridge of Don Park & Ride is a park and ride facility in Aberdeen, designed for drivers who want to leave their car and take the bus into the centre. This is a major parking facility with approximately 650 spaces, one of the largest in the area. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. There is no charge for parking here.
When to Visit
As a park and ride, demand here is almost entirely weekday commuter traffic. Expect the car park to be busy from early morning until late afternoon Monday to Friday. Weekends and bank holidays are usually near-empty. At this size, finding a space is rarely an issue — though during major events or peak Monday demand, even large car parks can feel the pressure.
Busyness in detail
Bridge of Don Park & Ride is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 75% full. With about 650 spaces, that is roughly 488 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 162 free. Quietest times: Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
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 is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 74% full — roughly 481 of ~650 spaces in use.
When is Bridge of Don Park & Ride quietest?
The best time to find a space at Bridge of Don Park & Ride is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 6% full — roughly 611 of ~650 spaces free.
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.