Merchant Gate Multistorey Parking, Wakefield
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 | 55 | 80 | 85 | 75 | 60 | 50 | 45 | 40 | 45 | 55 | 70 | 60 | 30 | 10 | 5 |
| Tue | 20 | 55 | 80 | 85 | 75 | 60 | 50 | 45 | 40 | 45 | 55 | 70 | 60 | 30 | 10 | 5 |
| Wed | 20 | 55 | 80 | 85 | 75 | 60 | 50 | 45 | 40 | 45 | 55 | 70 | 60 | 30 | 10 | 5 |
| Thu | 20 | 55 | 80 | 85 | 75 | 60 | 50 | 45 | 40 | 45 | 55 | 70 | 60 | 30 | 10 | 5 |
| Fri | 20 | 55 | 80 | 85 | 75 | 60 | 50 | 45 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 75 | 65 | 35 | 15 | 5 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 35 | 35 | 30 | 30 | 25 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 15 | 15 | 10 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
About Merchant Gate Multistorey
Merchant Gate Multistorey is a multi-storey car park near Wakefield railway station, popular with commuters and day-trippers alike. This is a major parking facility with approximately 1196 spaces, one of the largest in the area. As a multi-storey car park, it provides covered parking across several levels — handy in bad weather, though bays can be tighter than in open lots. This is a paid car park.
When to Visit
Commuter demand drives the patterns here. Monday to Friday, expect the car park to be busy from around 7am as people catch morning trains. By mid-morning most spaces are taken for the day. If you’re travelling at the weekend, parking is much easier to find. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Parking in Wakefield
Wakefield has a good range of parking with 14 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. Should you find Merchant Gate Multistorey full, Carter Street (about 250m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Merchant Gate Multistorey have?
Merchant Gate Multistorey in Wakefield has approximately 1196 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Merchant Gate Multistorey?
Merchant Gate Multistorey is a paid car park.
When is Merchant Gate Multistorey busiest?
Merchant Gate Multistorey tends to be busiest Monday 8am-12pm.
When is Merchant Gate Multistorey quietest?
The quietest period for Merchant Gate Multistorey is typically Sundays.
What kind of car park is Merchant Gate Multistorey?
Merchant Gate Multistorey is a railway station car park with multi-storey parking.