South Winchester Park & Ride Parking, Winchester
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- SO21 2BB
- Capacity
- ~806 spaces
- Type
- Park and ride
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
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 South Winchester Park & Ride
Drivers heading into Winchester can leave their vehicle at South Winchester Park & Ride and take advantage of the park and ride bus service. With around 806 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. This is a paid car park.
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
South Winchester Park & Ride is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 70% full. With about 806 spaces, that is roughly 564 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 242 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 Winchester
There are 23 car parks across Winchester, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does South Winchester Park & Ride have?
South Winchester Park & Ride in Winchester has approximately 806 parking spaces.
Is parking free at South Winchester Park & Ride?
South Winchester Park & Ride is a paid car park.
When is South Winchester Park & Ride busiest?
South Winchester Park & Ride tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is South Winchester Park & Ride quietest?
The quietest period for South Winchester Park & Ride is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is South Winchester Park & Ride?
South Winchester Park & Ride is a park and ride car park with surface parking.