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Quietest: Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm Busiest: Monday 8am-4pm

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About Upton Zoo Park and Ride

Drivers heading into Chester can leave their vehicle at Upton Zoo Park and Ride and take advantage of the park and ride bus service. At approximately 456 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby.

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.

Parking in Chester

There are 24 car parks across Chester, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit. Chester Zoo Car Park is the nearest alternative at around 300m, a good backup if this car park is busy.

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