Britannia Car Park Parking, Colchester
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- CO1 2PZ
- Capacity
- ~407 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Railway station
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 Britannia Car Park
Situated near Colchester station, Britannia Car Park serves commuters catching daily trains as well as occasional rail travellers. At approximately 407 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby.
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 substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
Britannia Car Park is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 80% full. With about 407 spaces, that is roughly 326 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 81 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 Colchester
Colchester has a good range of parking with 19 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. Should you find Britannia Car Park full, Priory Street Car Park (about 100m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Britannia Car Park have?
Britannia Car Park in Colchester has approximately 407 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is Britannia Car Park busiest?
Britannia Car Park tends to be busiest Monday 8am-12pm.
When is Britannia Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for Britannia Car Park is typically Sundays.
What kind of car park is Britannia Car Park?
Britannia Car Park is a railway station car park.