Sniperley Park and Ride Parking, Durham
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 Sniperley Park and Ride
Drivers heading into Durham can leave their vehicle at Sniperley Park and Ride and take advantage of the park and ride bus service. With approximately 294 spaces, this is a sizeable car park that can absorb a fair amount of demand. It’s an open-air surface car park, generally easy to navigate with good visibility of available bays. Parking is free of charge. The car park is managed by Durham County Council.
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. The larger capacity means you’re unlikely to be turned away except during the busiest periods.
Parking in Durham
There are 30 car parks across Durham, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit. If Sniperley Park and Ride is full, University Hospital of North Durham visitor parking is around 600m away and worth considering.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Sniperley Park and Ride have?
Sniperley Park and Ride in Durham has approximately 294 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Sniperley Park and Ride?
Parking at Sniperley Park and Ride is free of charge.
When is Sniperley Park and Ride busiest?
Sniperley Park and Ride tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Sniperley Park and Ride quietest?
The quietest period for Sniperley Park and Ride is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Sniperley Park and Ride?
Sniperley Park and Ride is a park and ride car park with surface parking, operated by Durham County Council.