Longstanton Park & Ride Parking, Northstowe
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 Longstanton Park & Ride
Longstanton Park & Ride provides park and ride parking on the edge of Northstowe, helping to reduce congestion in the town centre. With around 404 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. This car park offers free parking.
When to Visit
Park and ride sites follow a clear commuter pattern — demand surges on weekday mornings as people drive in and catch the bus, then stays high until the evening return. Arriving before 8am gives you the best chance of a space. Weekends are very quiet, as most park and rides see minimal non-commuter use. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Parking in Northstowe
Northstowe has 3 car parks in total, so Longstanton Park & Ride is an important option for the area.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Longstanton Park & Ride have?
Longstanton Park & Ride in Northstowe has approximately 404 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at Longstanton Park & Ride?
Parking at Longstanton Park & Ride is free of charge.
When is Longstanton Park & Ride busiest?
Longstanton Park & Ride tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Longstanton Park & Ride quietest?
The quietest period for Longstanton Park & Ride is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Longstanton Park & Ride?
Longstanton Park & Ride is a park and ride car park with surface parking.