Fforestfach Park and Ride Parking, Swansea
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 20 | 45 | 70 | 80 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 65 | 60 | 45 | 25 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 20 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
About Fforestfach Park and Ride
Fforestfach Park and Ride is a park and ride facility in Swansea, designed for drivers who want to leave their car and take the bus into the centre. At approximately 648 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby.
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. 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.
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.