Market Gate Car Park Parking, Barnsley
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- S70 1SX
- Capacity
- ~231 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Railway station
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Barnsley Council
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 Market Gate Car Park
Market Gate Car Park is located close to Barnsley railway station, making it a go-to option for rail commuters and travellers. There are around 231 parking spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), making this one of the larger options in the area. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. There is a charge for parking. The car park is managed by Barnsley Council.
When to Visit
Weekday mornings are the crunch time for station parking. The car park tends to fill steadily from 7am, with peak occupancy around 9am when the morning rush is in full swing. Weekend and evening travel is far less pressured. The larger capacity means you’re unlikely to be turned away except during the busiest periods.
Busyness in detail
Market Gate Car Park is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 80% full. With about 231 spaces, that is roughly 185 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 46 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 Barnsley
There are 16 car parks across Barnsley, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit. If Market Gate Car Park is full, The Glass Works Shopper Car Park is just a short walk away and worth considering. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Market Gate Car Park have?
Market Gate Car Park in Barnsley has approximately 231 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at Market Gate Car Park?
Market Gate Car Park is a paid car park.
When is Market Gate Car Park busiest?
Market Gate Car Park tends to be busiest Monday 8am-12pm.
When is Market Gate Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for Market Gate Car Park is typically Sundays.
What kind of car park is Market Gate Car Park?
Market Gate Car Park is a railway station car park with surface parking, operated by Barnsley Council.