Q-Park Barbican Parking, York
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- YO10 4JF
- Capacity
- ~370 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Q-Park
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 48 | 52 | 57 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 28 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 19 | 38 | 52 | 62 | 62 | 57 | 52 | 48 | 38 | 24 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 5 | 10 | 19 | 28 | 38 | 38 | 33 | 28 | 24 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Q-Park Barbican
Q-Park Barbican is a multi-storey car park in York, available for general parking. At approximately 370 spaces, this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. Being multi-storey, the car park offers covered parking on several levels — useful when the weather turns. Parking here is paid. It is operated by Q-Park.
When to Visit
Based on typical patterns, this car park sees moderate use during weekday working hours, with a slight peak around midday. Weekends tend to be quieter, making them a good time to visit if you have flexibility. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
Q-Park Barbican is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 60% full. With about 370 spaces, that is roughly 222 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 148 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 has an extensive choice of parking with over 46 car parks, so finding an alternative is rarely a problem. Should you find Q-Park Barbican full, Peel Street (around 400m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Q-Park Barbican have?
Q-Park Barbican in York has approximately 370 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Q-Park Barbican?
Q-Park Barbican is a paid car park.
When is Q-Park Barbican busiest?
Q-Park Barbican tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Q-Park Barbican quietest?
The quietest period for Q-Park Barbican is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Q-Park Barbican?
Q-Park Barbican is a car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Q-Park.