Parking Near Australian Catholic University, Fitzroy
Where Can I Park for Australian Catholic University?
The Melbourne campus car park has 200 car spaces, nine motorcycle spaces and five accessible spaces. It costs $5 an hour or $18 a day and is open 6:00am to 10:30pm Monday to Friday, and 7:30am to 5:30pm on weekends. Nearby alternatives include a space 110 metres away for $11 an hour and a private space 320 metres away for $4 an hour.
- Address
- 115 Victoria Parade
- Closest listed space
- Convenient Parking Lot in Fitzroy - Affordable Rates!, 110 m (2 min walk)
- Nearest station
- North Richmond, 1.3 km (17 min walk)
Parking Near Fitzroy
A university campus building Photo: Pexels / Matthis Volquardsen
Parking at Australian Catholic University Melbourne Campus
The Melbourne campus has 200 car spaces, nine motorcycle spaces and five accessible spaces for staff or students with mobility parking (acu.edu.au). The campus car park is operated by ACU, with parking available for staff and students as well as visitors. Accessible spaces are specifically allocated to staff or students with mobility parking (acu.edu.au).
The car park is open from 6:00am to 10:30pm Monday to Friday and from 7:30am to 5:30pm on Saturday and Sunday (staff.acu.edu.au). Parking costs $5 an hour or $18 a day (staff.acu.edu.au), making the official facility practical for a full day on campus when entry and exit fall within its opening hours.
Parksy Spaces Near 115 Victoria Parade
A parking-lot space in Fitzroy is 110 metres from the campus and costs $11 an hour, putting a paid option within a few steps of the entrance. A second secure parking-lot space is 160 metres away at $11 an hour, while an outside space at the same distance costs $18.20 a day.
An outdoor lot space 190 metres away costs $19.50 a day. Staff needing a longer arrangement can use a secure indoor lot 320 metres away for $390 a month. A secure private space 320 metres away costs $4 an hour, which suits students or visitors looking for a lower hourly rate. The hourly spaces are suited to shorter classes, appointments or campus visits, while the daily and monthly options better fit full-day attendance or regular staff parking.
Busy Parking Periods Around ACU Melbourne
Parking pressure is likely to rise during teaching periods when students and staff arrive together, particularly around class changes and weekday morning starts. Open days, orientation activities and campus events can also draw additional visitors to the Melbourne campus and surrounding Fitzroy streets.
The official car park operates on different schedules on weekdays and weekends, with weekday access ending at 10:30pm and weekend access ending at 5:30pm (staff.acu.edu.au).
Walking and Rail Access From North Richmond
North Richmond is the nearest station, 1.3 kilometres from the campus and a 17-minute walk. The route provides a public transport alternative for students and staff who would rather avoid weekday parking pressure.
The campus is at 115 Victoria Parade in Fitzroy, 620 metres from Fitzroy centre. Visitors approaching from the station can allow the full 17-minute walk before an appointment or class, while drivers using a nearby Parksy space can combine a short final walk with more predictable parking.
* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park for Australian Catholic University?
The Melbourne campus car park has 200 car spaces, nine motorcycle spaces and five accessible spaces. It costs $5 an hour or $18 a day and is open 6:00am to 10:30pm Monday to Friday, and 7:30am to 5:30pm on weekends. Nearby alternatives include a space 110 metres away for $11 an hour and a private space 320 metres away for $4 an hour.
How Much Does Campus Parking Cost?
The campus car park costs $5 an hour or $18 a day. It is available to staff, students and visitors, with access from 6:00am to 10:30pm Monday to Friday and from 7:30am to 5:30pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Are Accessible Parking Spaces Available?
There are five accessible spaces in the campus car park. These spaces are specifically allocated to staff or students with mobility parking. The car park also has 200 car spaces and nine motorcycle spaces.
What Nearby Parking Is Available for Shorter Visits?
A parking-lot space in Fitzroy is 110 metres from the campus and costs $11 an hour. A secure private space 320 metres away costs $4 an hour, providing a lower hourly rate.
When Is Parking Likely to Be Busiest?
Parking pressure is likely to rise during teaching periods, particularly around class changes and weekday morning starts. Open days, orientation activities and campus events can also draw additional visitors to the campus and surrounding Fitzroy streets.
Can I Travel by Train Instead of Parking?
North Richmond is the nearest station, 1.3 kilometres from the campus and a 17-minute walk. This provides a public transport alternative for students and staff who would rather avoid weekday parking pressure.
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