Merchant Gate Multistorey Parking, Wakefield

Q: "How many parking spaces does Merchant Gate Multistorey have?"

"Merchant Gate Multistorey in Wakefield has approximately 1196 parking spaces."

Q: "Is parking free at Merchant Gate Multistorey?"

"Merchant Gate Multistorey is a paid car park."

Q: "When is Merchant Gate Multistorey busiest?"

"Merchant Gate Multistorey is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 78% full — roughly 933 of ~1196 spaces in use."

Q: "When is Merchant Gate Multistorey quietest?"

"The best time to find a space at Merchant Gate Multistorey is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 13% full — roughly 1041 of ~1196 spaces free."

Q: "What kind of car park is Merchant Gate Multistorey?"

"Merchant Gate Multistorey is a railway station car park with multi-storey parking."

1196 total spaces

Paid parking

Typical busyness by hour shown below.

Quietest: Sundays Busiest: Monday 8am-12pm

Merchant Gate Multistorey is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 78% full — roughly 933 of ~1196 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Merchant Gate Multistorey is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 13% full — roughly 1041 of ~1196 spaces free.

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Key facts

Postcode: WF1 2GE
Capacity: ~1196 spaces
Type: Railway station
Parking: Multi storey
Charges: Paid

Estimated Free Spaces by Hour

Estimated busyness percentage by day and hour for Merchant Gate Multistorey, Wakefield.
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 Merchant Gate Multistorey

Situated near Wakefield station, Merchant Gate Multistorey serves commuters catching daily trains as well as occasional rail travellers. At approximately 1196 spaces, this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. This is a multi-storey facility with parking spread across multiple floors, offering shelter from the elements. There is a charge for parking.

When to Visit

Station car parks fill up early on weekday mornings as commuters arrive for their trains. Spaces can be scarce by 8:30am, so arriving before 7:30am gives you the best chance. Weekends are a completely different story — demand drops off sharply, with Sunday typically the quietest. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.

Busyness in detail

Merchant Gate Multistorey is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 80% full. With about 1196 spaces, that is roughly 957 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 239 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 Wakefield

Wakefield has a good range of parking with 14 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. Carter Street is the nearest alternative at about 250m, a good backup if this car park is busy. 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 is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 78% full — roughly 933 of ~1196 spaces in use.

When is Merchant Gate Multistorey quietest?

The best time to find a space at Merchant Gate Multistorey is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 13% full — roughly 1041 of ~1196 spaces free.

What kind of car park is Merchant Gate Multistorey?

Merchant Gate Multistorey is a railway station car park with multi-storey parking.

Nearby Car Parks

Carter Street 279m away The Granary 298m away Back Garden Street 400m away Unity House 429m away Borough Road 482m away

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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

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

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