Grimston Bar Park & Ride Parking, York
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 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 20 | 50 | 75 | 85 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 65 | 50 | 30 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 20 | 45 | 70 | 80 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 65 | 60 | 45 | 25 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 20 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
About Grimston Bar Park & Ride
Drivers heading into York can leave their vehicle at Grimston Bar Park & Ride and take advantage of the park and ride bus service. With around 450 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. It’s an open-air surface car park, generally easy to navigate with good visibility of available bays. There is no charge for parking here.
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. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Parking in York
York has an extensive choice of parking with over 46 car parks, so finding an alternative is rarely a problem. Should you find Grimston Bar Park & Ride full, Grimston Bar Park & Ride (about 100m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 2 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Grimston Bar Park & Ride have?
Grimston Bar Park & Ride in York has approximately 450 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Grimston Bar Park & Ride?
Parking at Grimston Bar Park & Ride is free of charge.
When is Grimston Bar Park & Ride busiest?
Grimston Bar Park & Ride tends to be busiest Monday 8am-4pm.
When is Grimston Bar Park & Ride quietest?
The quietest period for Grimston Bar Park & Ride is typically Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Grimston Bar Park & Ride?
Grimston Bar Park & Ride is a park and ride car park with surface parking.