Fforestfach Park and Ride Parking, Swansea
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- SA5 4AQ
- Capacity
- ~648 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Park and ride
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 Fforestfach Park and Ride
Fforestfach Park and Ride provides park and ride parking on the edge of Swansea, helping to reduce congestion in the town centre. This is a major parking facility with approximately 648 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), one of the largest in the area.
When to Visit
Weekday mornings are the critical window. The car park fills steadily from around 7am as commuters park up and take the bus into town. By 9am, most spaces may be taken. Weekend demand is typically minimal. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
Fforestfach Park and Ride is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 70% full. With about 648 spaces, that is roughly 454 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 194 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 Swansea
With 17 car parks in Swansea, you’re well served for choice — worth comparing busyness predictions across a few options before setting off.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Fforestfach Park and Ride have?
Fforestfach Park and Ride in Swansea has approximately 648 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is Fforestfach Park and Ride busiest?
Fforestfach Park and Ride tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Fforestfach Park and Ride quietest?
The quietest period for Fforestfach Park and Ride is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Fforestfach Park and Ride?
Fforestfach Park and Ride is a park and ride car park.