Alton Station Parking, Alton
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Alton Station is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 78% full — roughly 144 of ~185 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Alton Station is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 13% full — roughly 161 of ~185 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- GU34 2PZ
- Capacity
- ~185 spaces
- Type
- Railway station
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Southwestern Railway
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Tue | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Wed | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Thu | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Fri | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 46 | 55 | 68 | 59 | 32 | 14 | 5 |
| Sat | 5 | 9 | 18 | 23 | 27 | 32 | 32 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 14 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Alton Station
Rail users heading to and from Alton station will find Alton Station conveniently placed for drop-off or longer stays. There are around 185 parking spaces, making this one of the larger options in the area. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. This is a paid car park. It is operated by Southwestern Railway.
When to Visit
Station car parks fill up early on weekday mornings as commuters arrive for their trains. Spaces can be scarce by 8:30am, so arriving before 7:30am gives you the best chance. Weekends are a completely different story — demand drops off sharply, with Sunday typically the quietest. The larger capacity means you’re unlikely to be turned away except during the busiest periods.
Busyness in detail
Alton Station is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 80% full. With about 185 spaces, that is roughly 148 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 37 free. Quietest times: Sundays. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Alton
There are 12 car parks across Alton, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit. If Alton Station is full, Rogers Court Car Park is around 400m away and worth considering. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Alton Station have?
Alton Station in Alton has approximately 185 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Alton Station?
Alton Station is a paid car park.
When is Alton Station busiest?
Alton Station is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 78% full — roughly 144 of ~185 spaces in use.
When is Alton Station quietest?
The best time to find a space at Alton Station is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 13% full — roughly 161 of ~185 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Alton Station?
Alton Station is a railway station car park with surface parking, operated by Southwestern Railway.