Rayleigh Station Car Park Parking, Rayleigh
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- SS6 9AE
- Capacity
- ~432 spaces
- Type
- Railway station
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- NCP
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Tue | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Wed | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Thu | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Fri | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 46 | 55 | 68 | 59 | 32 | 14 | 5 |
| Sat | 5 | 9 | 18 | 23 | 27 | 32 | 32 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 14 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Rayleigh Station Car Park
Rayleigh Station Car Park is a surface car park near Rayleigh railway station, popular with commuters and day-trippers alike. At approximately 432 spaces, this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. There is a charge for parking. The car park is managed by NCP.
When to Visit
Weekday mornings are the crunch time for station parking. The car park tends to fill steadily from 7am, with peak occupancy around 9am when the morning rush is in full swing. Weekend and evening travel is far less pressured. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
Rayleigh Station Car Park is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 80% full. With about 432 spaces, that is roughly 346 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 86 free. Quietest times: Sundays. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Rayleigh
There are 12 car parks across Rayleigh, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit. The Approach Car Park is the nearest alternative at just a short walk, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 3 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Rayleigh Station Car Park have?
Rayleigh Station Car Park in Rayleigh has approximately 432 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Rayleigh Station Car Park?
Rayleigh Station Car Park is a paid car park.
When is Rayleigh Station Car Park busiest?
Rayleigh Station Car Park tends to be busiest Monday 8am-12pm.
When is Rayleigh Station Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for Rayleigh Station Car Park is typically Sundays.
What kind of car park is Rayleigh Station Car Park?
Rayleigh Station Car Park is a railway station car park with surface parking, operated by NCP.