Petersfinger Park & Ride Parking, Salisbury
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- SP5 3BY
- Capacity
- ~837 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Park and ride
- Parking
- Surface
- Operator
- Salisbury Reds
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 Petersfinger Park & Ride
Drivers heading into Salisbury can leave their vehicle at Petersfinger Park & Ride and take advantage of the park and ride bus service. At approximately 837 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. Salisbury Reds operates this car park.
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
Petersfinger Park & Ride is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 70% full. With about 837 spaces, that is roughly 586 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 251 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 Salisbury
Salisbury has a good range of parking with 17 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Petersfinger Park & Ride have?
Petersfinger Park & Ride in Salisbury has approximately 837 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is Petersfinger Park & Ride busiest?
Petersfinger Park & Ride tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Petersfinger Park & Ride quietest?
The quietest period for Petersfinger Park & Ride is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Petersfinger Park & Ride?
Petersfinger Park & Ride is a park and ride car park with surface parking, operated by Salisbury Reds.