Tipner Park & Ride Parking, Portsmouth
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- PO2 8AN
- Capacity
- ~664 spaces
- Type
- Park and ride
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- First Hampshire
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 17 | 42 | 63 | 71 | 71 | 67 | 63 | 58 | 58 | 54 | 42 | 25 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 17 | 42 | 63 | 71 | 71 | 67 | 63 | 58 | 58 | 54 | 42 | 25 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 17 | 42 | 63 | 71 | 71 | 67 | 63 | 58 | 58 | 54 | 42 | 25 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 17 | 42 | 63 | 71 | 71 | 67 | 63 | 58 | 58 | 54 | 42 | 25 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 17 | 38 | 58 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 58 | 54 | 54 | 50 | 38 | 21 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Tipner Park & Ride
Drivers heading into Portsmouth can leave their vehicle at Tipner Park & Ride and take advantage of the park and ride bus service. With around 664 spaces, 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. There is a charge for parking. The car park is managed by First Hampshire.
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.
Busyness in detail
Tipner Park & Ride is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 70% full. With about 664 spaces, that is roughly 465 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 199 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 Portsmouth
Portsmouth has a good range of parking with 20 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Tipner Park & Ride have?
Tipner Park & Ride in Portsmouth has approximately 664 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Tipner Park & Ride?
Tipner Park & Ride is a paid car park.
When is Tipner Park & Ride busiest?
Tipner Park & Ride tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Tipner Park & Ride quietest?
The quietest period for Tipner Park & Ride is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Tipner Park & Ride?
Tipner Park & Ride is a park and ride car park with surface parking, operated by First Hampshire.