Parking is readily available all around the city of York, with 15 public car parks operated by the City of York Council and several privately-run car parks.
How can I pay for my Park & Ride journey? Find a parking space and park your car free of charge. Then, simply board the next bus into town and pay the driver with cash or contactless debit/credit card.
Can I park overnight? No, overnight parking is not currently permitted at any Park & Ride site. Several council car parks, including Moor Lane (close to Askham Bar Park & Ride), allow 24-hour pay and display parking.
All parking meters will be enforced Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. There is a 2 hour limit for parking meters. Parking meters located in the “Retail Zone” shall also be enforced Saturday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. There is a 2 hour limit for parking meters.
Currently, the pedestrian zone footstreet hours are between 10.30am and 5.00pm, 7 days a week. We understand that controls over vehicle access to certain streets within the pedestrian area of York affects some businesses, disabled people and residents living in the city centre.
First off, angled parking spaces don't require vehicles to make as sharp of a turn when parking. This makes it much easier for cars to move in and out of parking spaces, lessening the likelihood of a collision while simultaneously making it easier for drivers to stay within the lines of their parking space.
First off, angled parking spaces don't require vehicles to make as sharp of a turn when parking. This makes it much easier for cars to move in and out of parking spaces, lessening the likelihood of a collision while simultaneously making it easier for drivers to stay within the lines of their parking space.
York's Park & Ride services allow you to travel to York by car, park for free in secure car parks and complete your journey into the city centre by bus. Park & Ride buses are all low-floor and wheelchair-accessible.
Rates are posted on parking meters and are limited to the duration on the posted sign on that block. The maximum time for a metered parking session varies by type of vehicle and ranges from one to 15 hours. Vehicle type, rates, and durations may vary throughout the day.
York Commuter Station car park offers prebooked parking sessions for those who wish to plan ahead for a hassle-free parking experience. As well as Season Tickets offering unlimited access during car park opening times.
In addition to free parking on Sundays, NYC also has designated areas where you can park for free during specific hours of the day. Look for signs near your destination specifying the regulations, and make sure you follow them to avoid a ticket.
Downtown NYC Parking Rates and MetersMost meters end after 7pm and then become free parking unless restricted, but be sure to read all signs, because this can vary by street and location.