Park and Ride Parking, Weymouth
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Park and Ride is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 71% full — roughly 710 of ~1000 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Park and Ride is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 6% full — roughly 940 of ~1000 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- DT3 5GD
- Capacity
- ~1000 spaces
- Type
- Park and ride
- Parking
- Surface
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 Park and Ride
Drivers heading into Weymouth can leave their vehicle at Park and Ride and take advantage of the park and ride bus service. At approximately 1000 spaces, 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.
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
Park and Ride is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 70% full. With about 1000 spaces, that is roughly 700 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 300 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 Weymouth
Weymouth has a good range of parking with 16 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Park and Ride have?
Park and Ride in Weymouth has approximately 1000 parking spaces.
When is Park and Ride busiest?
Park and Ride is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 71% full — roughly 710 of ~1000 spaces in use.
When is Park and Ride quietest?
The best time to find a space at Park and Ride is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 6% full — roughly 940 of ~1000 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Park and Ride?
Park and Ride is a park and ride car park with surface parking.