Batchen Lane Parking, Elgin
Key facts
- Postcode
- IV30 1BG
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Moray Council
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 4 | 14 | 27 | 45 | 58 | 68 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 58 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Tue | 4 | 14 | 27 | 45 | 58 | 68 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 58 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Wed | 4 | 14 | 27 | 45 | 58 | 68 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 58 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Thu | 4 | 14 | 27 | 45 | 58 | 68 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 58 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Fri | 4 | 14 | 27 | 50 | 63 | 72 | 76 | 72 | 68 | 63 | 54 | 40 | 22 | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 9 | 27 | 54 | 72 | 81 | 86 | 81 | 76 | 68 | 54 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Sun | 4 | 4 | 8 | 15 | 27 | 34 | 38 | 34 | 31 | 23 | 15 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Batchen Lane
Positioned within walking distance of Elgin’s main streets, Batchen Lane caters to shoppers and those visiting the town centre. This is a multi-storey facility with parking spread across multiple floors, offering shelter from the elements. Parking here is paid. It is operated by Moray Council.
When to Visit
The busiest periods for this town centre car park are Saturday lunchtimes and weekday lunchtimes around noon. Early mornings and Sundays see the lightest traffic, making them ideal for a stress-free visit.
Busyness in detail
Batchen Lane is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 85% full. Quietest times: Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Elgin
With 4 car parks in Elgin, there’s a fair selection — though popular ones can still fill up at peak times. Hall Place is the nearest alternative at about 100m, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 3 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
Is parking free at Batchen Lane?
Batchen Lane is a paid car park.
When is Batchen Lane busiest?
Batchen Lane tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Batchen Lane quietest?
The quietest period for Batchen Lane is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Batchen Lane?
Batchen Lane is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Moray Council.