A convenient, cheap and easy alternative to driving into the centre of Bath or Bristol.
You can park your car and ride a bus in comfort to your destination. Parking is free, all you pay for is the bus ticket, and each site provides hundreds of car parking spaces. Services can operate as frequently as every 12 minutes.
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Bath
Please note that the routes in the map below are merely indicative. Refer to each service’s official route map to see actual stops and routes.
This map may not be accessible for people using assistive technology. Please use this contact form if you require assistance.
| Site | Location | Services to |
|---|---|---|
| Lansdown | North of Bath | Bath City Centre (Milsom Street) |
| Newbridge | West of Bath | Bath City Centre (Westgate Buildings) |
| Odd Down | South of Bath | Bath City Centre (SouthGate) and Royal United Hospital |
Parking and opening times
| Lansdown | Newbridge | Odd Down | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side of Bath | North | West | South |
| Postcode | BA1 9BJ | BA1 3NB | BA2 8PA |
| Parking spaces | 878 | 698 | 1,230 |
| Parking cost | Parking is free to anyone catching the bus at the site. If you don’t catch the bus: Parking time can be paid for at the time of parking or in advance, although paying in advance does not guarantee you a space. | Parking is free to anyone catching the bus at the site. If you don’t catch the bus: Parking time can be paid for at the time of parking or in advance, although paying in advance does not guarantee you a space. | Parking is free to anyone catching the bus at the site. If you don’t catch the bus: Parking time can be paid for at the time of parking or in advance, although paying in advance does not guarantee you a space. |
| Height restriction | None | 6’6” / 2m | 7’2” / 2.2m |
| Opening hours | Open 24/7 | Open 24/7 | Open 24/7 |
| Overnight parking | Yes, at vehicle owner’s own risk. If using the site to park your car for several days, please note that the parking charges apply for each day that you do not use the Park & Ride bus service. For example, if you parked your car from Monday to Friday and use the bus to travel into Bath on the Monday, and return to your car on the Friday, parking charges would apply on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. | Yes, at vehicle owner’s own risk. If using the site to park your car for several days, please note that the parking charges apply for each day that you do not use the Park & Ride bus service. For example, if you parked your car from Monday to Friday and use the bus to travel into Bath on the Monday, and return to your car on the Friday, parking charges would apply on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. | Yes, at vehicle owner’s own risk. If using the site to park your car for several days, please note that the parking charges apply for each day that you do not use the Park & Ride bus service. For example, if you parked your car from Monday to Friday and use the bus to travel into Bath on the Monday, and return to your car on the Friday, parking charges would apply on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. |
| Toilets | Yes – Check if Lansdown P&R toilets are open to the public | Yes – Check if Newbridge P&R toilets are open to the public | Yes – Check if Odd Down P&R toilets are open to the public |
| Cycle parking | Yes, but please be aware that cycle parking is limited. | Yes, but please be aware that cycle parking is limited. | Yes, but please be aware that cycle parking is limited. |
| Park & Cycle | Not allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed |
Bath Park & Ride sites are open 24/7. Overnight parking is therefore permitted at the vehicle owner’s own risk. Please note that charges apply – see Parking costs above.
If you have any queries about parking, please contact Bath & North East Somerset Council parking services team on[emailprotected]or.
Bristol & South Glos
Please note that the routes in the map below are merely indicative. Refer to each service’s official route map to see actual stops and routes.
This map may not be accessible for people using assistive technology. Please use this contact form for assistance.
| Site | Location | Services to |
|---|---|---|
| Brislington | South East of Bristol | Temple Meads, Cabot Circus and Broadmead (for central Bristol hospitals) |
| Long Ashton | South West of Bristol | Bristol City Centre, Clifton, Bristol Zoo and Southmead Hospital |
| Lyde Green | North East of Bristol | Yate, Kingswood, Bristol & Bath Science Park, UWE Frenchay, Cabot Circus and Bristol City Centre |
| Parkway North | North of Bristol | Bath, Charlton Hayes, Chipping Sodbury, Cribbs Causeway, Coalpit Heath, Downend, Filton, Frampton Cotterell, Frenchay, Kingswood, Oldland Common, Parkway Station, Southmead Hospital, University of the West of England, Warmley, Winterbourne, Yate |
| Portway | North West of Bristol | Bristol City centre, Cabot Circus and Temple Meads |
| Yate | North East of Bristol | Bristol City Centre, Chipping Sodbury, Cribbs Causeway, Frenchay, Kingswood, Southmead Hospital, Wotton under Edge and Yate |
Parking and opening times
| Brislington | Long Ashton | Lyde Green | Parkway North | Portway | Yate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Side of Bristol | South East | South West | North East | North | North West | North East |
| Postcode | BS4 5LR | BS3 2HB | BS16 7GG | BS34 8PU (Hunts Ground Road) | BS11 9QE | BS37 5AF |
| Parking spaces | 1,300 | 1,500 | 246 | 210 | 500 | 198 (38 EV charging points) |
| Parking cost | Free* | Free* | Free* | Monday to Friday: £4 per day (minimum charge) Weekends and Bank Holidays: £2.40 per day (minimum charge) | Free* | Free Initially, it will be free to park at the park and ride site all day. Parking charges will be introduced later at £2.60 a day for anyone not catching a bus, with some exceptions. |
| Height restriction | 2.1m | 2.1m | 2.3m | 2.3m | 2.1m | 2.3m |
| Opens | • 05:15 Monday to Saturday • Closed Sunday and Public Holidays | • 05:00 Monday to Saturday • Closed Sunday and Public Holidays | 05:30 every day of the week | Open 24/7 | • 05:15 Monday to Friday • 08:30 Sunday and Public | Open 24/7 |
| Closes | • 22:40 Monday to Saturday • Closed Sunday and Public Holidays | • 22:20 Monday to Saturday • Closed Sunday and Public Holidays | 22:45 every day of the week | Open 24/7 | • 22:15 Monday to Saturday • 19:20 Sunday and Public Holidays | Open 24/7 |
| Overnight parking | No | No | No | Yes, at vehicle owner’s own risk | No | Yes, at vehicle owner’s own risk |
| Toilets | Yes – Check if Brislington P&R toilets are open to the public | Yes – Check if Long Ashton P&R toilets are open to the public | No | No | Yes – Check if Portway P&R toilets are open to the public | No |
| Cycle parking | Yes, but please be aware that cycle parking is limited. | Yes, but please be aware that cycle parking is limited. | Yes, but please be aware that cycle parking is limited. | Yes, 10 long-term lockers available to hire for an annual fee. Additional public parking facilities and folding bicycle hire are available in Parkway Station. | Yes, but please be aware that cycle parking is limited. | Yes – 40 space two-tier covered cycle storage facility. |
| Park & Cycle | Not allowed | Not allowed | Allowed | Allowed | Not allowed | Allowed |
| Car parking queries | 0117 922 2910 or email [emailprotected] | 0117 922 2910 or email [emailprotected] | 0145 486 8004 or email [emailprotected] | 0145 486 8004 or email [emailprotected] | 0117 922 2910 or email [emailprotected] | 0145 486 8004 or email [emailprotected] |
*Parking is free, you only pay the bus fare.
All sites (except Lyde Green and Yate Park & Rides) are locked and any cars locked in will be subject to a release fee. If your vehicle is locked in, please call 0117 903 1550. Bristol City Council retains the right to charge for the call out service.
You are able to collect your vehicle at the Lyde Green Park & Ride past closing time, but please be aware that the maximum stay is 12 hours (no limit on Sundays and Public Holidays).
Further information
- Each Park & Ride page has fares information, if you prefer to see fares for all services please visit the page below(Video) How To Catch a Bus video
- Have a question?
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Can I leave my car overnight at Bath Park and Ride? ›
Bath Park & Ride sites are open 24/7. Overnight parking is therefore permitted at the vehicle owner's own risk.
How does Park and Ride work in Bath? ›A convenient, cheap and easy alternative to driving into the centre of Bath or Bristol. You can park your car and ride a bus in comfort to your destination. Parking is free, all you pay for is the bus ticket, and each site provides hundreds of car parking spaces. Services can operate as frequently as every 12 minutes.
Can I leave my car overnight at Bristol Park and Ride? ›Can I collect my vehicle after the Bristol Park & Rides closing times or leave it overnight? All sites (except Lyde Green Park & Ride) are locked and any cars locked in will be subject to a release fee. If your vehicle is locked in, please call 0117 903 1550.
Where does park and ride stop in Bath? ›| Site | Location | Services to |
|---|---|---|
| Lansdown | North of Bath | Bath City Centre (Milsom Street) |
| Newbridge | West of Bath | Bath City Centre (Westgate Buildings) |
| Odd Down | South of Bath | Bath City Centre (SouthGate) and Royal United Hospital |
- Bath Sports and Leisure Centre.
- Broad Street.
- Cattle Market.
- Claverton Street.
- Green Park Road.
- Kingsmead Square.
- Rest Stops & Truck Stops.
- Walmart Parking Lots.
- Casino Parking Lots.
- Welcome/Information Center's.
- Religious Buildings.
- Bureau of Land Management-BLM Land.
- Residential Neighborhoods.
- Street Parking In The City.
| 31 – Lansdown Park & Ride | |
|---|---|
| First bus from Park & Ride | 06:15 Monday to Saturday 09:30 Sunday (and some Public Holidays) |
| Last bus from City Centre (Milsom Street) | 20:30 Monday to Saturday 18:00 Sunday (and some Public Holidays) |
| Fares | See fares for service 31 – Lansdown Park & Ride |
Park & Ride sites offer an easy, cheap and convenient way to park your car and ride a bus into the centre of Bath. The Lansdown Park & Ride site provides a fully wheelchair accessible daily service into the City Centre.
What time does the park and ride stop in Bath? ›Bath Park & Ride sites are open 24/7. Overnight parking is therefore permitted at the vehicle owner's own risk. Please note that charges apply – see Parking costs above.
How many park and rides are there in Bath? ›Bath Park and Ride : Lansdown, Newbridge and Odd Down, Maps & Bus Information, Timetables & Prices : National Park and Ride Directory. The journey time from all 3 Park and Ride sites is approximately 10 minutes to the centre of Bath. Parking is FREE. Bus costs are £3.20 return Monday to Friday and £2.50 at weekends.
Do you have to pay for parking at Bath Hospital? ›
When you are ready to leave, you will need to visit a pay station and pay for parking before you exit. There are two payment machines adjacent to the car park and one outside the main entrance.