Parking Near University of Calgary, University Heights
Where Can I Park at the University of Calgary?
University parking permits cost $54 per month, while public campus parking is available after 3 p.m. on weekdays and on weekends and holidays. The daily flat rate is $10.50, falling to $6.50 after 5 p.m. and on weekends. Visitors can park at the MacEwan Students' Centre or The Art Parkade, and pay immediately with Parkedin.
- Address
- 2500 University Drive NW
- Closest listed space
- Affordable Parking Near School of Architecture, Calgary, 500 m (7 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Alberta Children's Hospital CAC6, 630 m (8 min walk)
Parking Near University Heights
University of Calgary, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy. Photo: Pexels
Parking on the University of Calgary Campus
University parking is managed through Parking and Transportation, with permits available to purchase online for $54 per month (ucalgary.ca). Annual permits carry a $30 plus GST charge, with an annual fee of $87 plus GST (ucalgary.ca). Public parking is available after 3 p.m. on weekdays and on weekends and holidays (ucalgary.ca).
Visitors can use the MacEwan Students' Centre and The Art Parkade for public parking, while the CWPH Parkade serves the Foothills Campus (ucalgary.ca). Campus public parking costs a $10.50 daily flat rate, falling to $6.50 after 5 p.m. and on weekends (ucalgary.ca). The Parkedin service lets drivers pay by smartphone immediately on arrival (ucalgary.ca).
When University Parking Is Hardest to Find
Parking pressure is highest during weekday daytime term activity, when public campus parking is limited until after 3 p.m. (ucalgary.ca). Weekends and holidays have different public-parking availability, although the published campus guidance does not identify term dates, event dates or open days.
The campus has separate visitor and event parking guidance, covering the MacEwan Students' Centre, The Art Parkade and the CWPH Parkade at Foothills Campus (ucalgary.ca).
Parksy Spaces Near the University of Calgary
A driveway space near the School of Architecture is 500 m from campus and costs $4.49 an hour, making it a useful lower-cost option for a student or staff member needing short-term parking. A lighted parking lot 620 m away is available 24/7 for $50 a day, while another 24/7 lot at the same distance costs $5 an hour.
A secure parking lot 690 m away costs $50 a day. A lighted lot 730 m away also costs $50 a day, and a parking space in University District at the same distance costs $4.49 an hour. The hourly spaces suit shorter visits, while the daily options are better for visitors or full-day campus stays.
Rail and Walking Access From University of Calgary
The nearest listed station is Alberta Children's Hospital CAC6, 630 m from the campus, an 8-minute walk. This gives visitors an alternative to driving for appointments or campus visits near the University of Calgary, near University Heights.
The campus address is 2500 University Drive NW. University Heights centre is 290 m from the site, so drivers using an off-campus space can combine parking with a short walk through the surrounding area.
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* 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 at the University of Calgary?
University parking permits cost $54 per month, while public campus parking is available after 3 p.m. on weekdays and on weekends and holidays. The daily flat rate is $10.50, falling to $6.50 after 5 p.m. and on weekends. Visitors can park at the MacEwan Students' Centre or The Art Parkade, and pay immediately with Parkedin.
When Is Campus Parking Hardest to Find?
Parking pressure is highest during weekday daytime term activity, when public campus parking is limited until after 3 p.m. Weekends and holidays have different public-parking availability. Separate visitor and event parking guidance covers the MacEwan Students' Centre, The Art Parkade and the CWPH Parkade at Foothills Campus.
How Much Does Public Parking Cost?
Public campus parking costs a $10.50 daily flat rate. The rate falls to $6.50 after 5 p.m. and on weekends. The Parkedin service lets drivers pay by smartphone immediately on arrival. Visitors can use the MacEwan Students' Centre and The Art Parkade for public parking.
What Are the Nearby Hourly Parking Options?
A driveway space near the School of Architecture is 500 m from campus and costs $4.49 an hour. Another 24/7 lot is 620 m away and costs $5 an hour. A parking space in University District is 730 m away and costs $4.49 an hour. These hourly spaces suit shorter visits.
What Nearby Parking Is Suitable for a Full-Day Visit?
A lighted parking lot 620 m away is available 24/7 for $50 a day. A secure parking lot 690 m away costs $50 a day, while a lighted lot 730 m away also costs $50 a day. The daily options are better for visitors or full-day campus stays.
Is There a Nearby Station and How Far Is It?
The nearest listed station is Alberta Children's Hospital CAC6, 630 m from campus, an 8-minute walk. This gives visitors an alternative to driving for appointments or campus visits near the University of Calgary, near University Heights. University Heights centre is 290 m from the site.
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