Longstanton Park & Ride Parking, Northstowe
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- CB24 1DD
- Capacity
- ~404 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Park and ride
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Free
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 17 | 43 | 64 | 73 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 60 | 60 | 56 | 43 | 26 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 17 | 43 | 64 | 73 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 60 | 60 | 56 | 43 | 26 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 17 | 43 | 64 | 73 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 60 | 60 | 56 | 43 | 26 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 17 | 43 | 64 | 73 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 60 | 60 | 56 | 43 | 26 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 17 | 38 | 60 | 68 | 68 | 64 | 60 | 56 | 56 | 51 | 38 | 21 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
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. It’s an open-air surface car park, generally easy to navigate with good visibility of available bays. 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. At this size, finding a space is rarely an issue — though during major events or peak Monday demand, even large car parks can feel the pressure.
Busyness in detail
Longstanton Park & Ride is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 75% full. With about 404 spaces, that is roughly 303 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 101 free. Quietest times: 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 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.