Car Park 6.1 (Campus South), York Parking, York

About Car Park 6.1 (Campus South)

Car Park 6.1 (Campus South) offers general parking in York for visitors and locals. With approximately 228 spaces, this is a sizeable car park that can absorb a fair amount of demand. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. There is a charge for parking. It is operated by University of York.

When to Visit

Demand here follows a general pattern — busier during the working week, especially around lunchtime, and calmer at weekends. Early mornings and evenings are usually the easiest times to find a space. The larger capacity means you’re unlikely to be turned away except during the busiest periods.

Busyness in detail

Car Park 6.1 (Campus South) is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 55% full. With about 228 spaces, that is roughly 125 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 103 free. Quietest times: Weekday mornings before 9am, 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 York

York offers over 46 car parks in total, giving you plenty of flexibility to find a space that works. Car Park 6.2 (Campus West) is the nearest alternative at about 150m, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.