Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) Parking, Cowes
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 Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride)
Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) is a park and ride facility in Cowes, designed for drivers who want to leave their car and take the bus into the centre. It provides roughly 90 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), a mid-sized car park that balances availability with convenience. Parking is free of charge.
When to Visit
Weekday mornings are the critical window. The car park fills steadily from around 7am as commuters park up and take the bus into town. By 9am, most spaces may be taken. Weekend demand is typically minimal. With 90 spaces, you should find parking without too much difficulty outside of peak times.
Parking in Cowes
Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) is one of just 2 car parks in Cowes, so options are limited — plan ahead during busy periods.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) have?
Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) in Cowes has approximately 90 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride)?
Parking at Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) is free of charge.
When is Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) busiest?
Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) quietest?
The quietest period for Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride)?
Cowes (Somerton Park & Ride) is a park and ride car park.