Bicester Park and Ride Parking, Bicester
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 Bicester Park and Ride
Bicester Park and Ride is a park and ride facility in Bicester, designed for drivers who want to leave their car and take the bus into the centre. With around 580 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. This car park offers free parking. Oxfordshire CC operates this car park.
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. 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.
Parking in Bicester
There are 8 car parks across Bicester, so you have options if your first choice is full.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Bicester Park and Ride have?
Bicester Park and Ride in Bicester has approximately 580 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Bicester Park and Ride?
Parking at Bicester Park and Ride is free of charge.
When is Bicester Park and Ride busiest?
Bicester Park and Ride tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Bicester Park and Ride quietest?
The quietest period for Bicester Park and Ride is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Bicester Park and Ride?
Bicester Park and Ride is a park and ride car park with surface parking, operated by Oxfordshire CC.