Market Street South Carpark Parking, Downpatrick
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- BT30 6AJ
- Capacity
- ~200 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Railway station
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Free
- Operator
- Newry, Mourne & Down District 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 Street South Carpark
Rail users heading to and from Downpatrick station will find Market Street South Carpark conveniently placed for drop-off or longer stays. There are around 200 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. This car park offers free parking. It is operated by Newry, Mourne & Down District Council.
When to Visit
Commuter demand drives the patterns here. Monday to Friday, expect the car park to be busy from around 7am as people catch morning trains. By mid-morning most spaces are taken for the day. If you’re travelling at the weekend, parking is much easier to find. The larger capacity means you’re unlikely to be turned away except during the busiest periods.
Busyness in detail
Market Street South Carpark is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 80% full. With about 200 spaces, that is roughly 160 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 40 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 Downpatrick
With 8 car parks in Downpatrick, there’s a fair selection — though popular ones can still fill up at peak times. The nearest alternative is Market Street North Carpark, just a short walk from here. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Market Street South Carpark have?
Market Street South Carpark in Downpatrick has approximately 200 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at Market Street South Carpark?
Parking at Market Street South Carpark is free of charge.
When is Market Street South Carpark busiest?
Market Street South Carpark tends to be busiest Monday 8am-12pm.
When is Market Street South Carpark quietest?
The quietest period for Market Street South Carpark is typically Sundays.
What kind of car park is Market Street South Carpark?
Market Street South Carpark is a railway station car park with surface parking, operated by Newry, Mourne & Down District Council.