--- description: "University parking: halls visitor permits run 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, while nearby spaces cost from £4 a day and are 0.4 mi away." title: Parking Near University of Reading, England | Parksy image: https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/parking-near-university-of-reading-reading-15ef1e.webp --- [Skip to main content](#main-content) # Parking Near University of Reading, England Landmark Parking · Reading, England · University of Reading Published 16 Sep 2026 · 4 min read · Reviewed by the [Parksy Editorial Team](https://www.parksy.com/editorial-guidelines) Queen's Drive [Cheap Parking](https://www.parksy.com/cheap/gb/eng/reading) [Disability Parking](https://www.parksy.com/disability/gb/eng/reading) [Free Parking](https://www.parksy.com/free/gb/eng/reading) [Garage Rentals](https://www.parksy.com/garages/reading) [Listings Nearby](https://www.parksy.com/parking/gb/eng/reading) [Moving Guide](https://www.parksy.com/moving/gb/eng/reading) [Parking Costs](https://www.parksy.com/costs/gb/eng/reading) [Parking Fines](https://www.parksy.com/fines/gb/eng/reading) [Parking Permits](https://www.parksy.com/permits/gb/eng/reading) [Parking Signs](https://www.parksy.com/signs/gb/eng/reading) [Rent Parking](https://www.parksy.com/rent/gb/eng/reading) [Street Parking](https://www.parksy.com/street/gb/eng/reading) [Towed Vehicle](https://www.parksy.com/towed/gb/eng/reading) [Vehicle Storage](https://www.parksy.com/storage/gb/eng/reading) Where Can I Park for the University of Reading? University parking covers permits, visitor bookings and vehicle security. Halls visitor permits are valid in halls car parks from 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, while car park 5 is pre-booked allocated parking. Nearby alternatives include spaces 0.4 mi away at £4.60 or £4.70 a day, and a driveway 0.6 mi away at £4 a day. Listen to article 4:43 minutes Playback speed 0.75×1×1.25×1.5×2× Voice Auto (your country) Audio is AI-generated on your device, so voice and pronunciation may vary. [Find Parking Near Me](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) [Find Parking Near Me](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) Search secure car spaces, garages and undercover spots near you, and lock in your spot in minutes.
Address
Queen's Drive
Closest listed space
Convenient Daily Parking at Chancellor House Surgery, Reading, 0.4 mi (8 min walk)
Nearest station
Earley railway station, 1.2 mi (24 min walk)
## Parking Near Reading [Convenient Daily Parking at Chancellor House Surgery, Reading £4.70/day 0.4 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/gb/eng/reading/convenient-daily-parking-at-chancellor-house-surge-105591) [Affordable Parking at Health & Social Services Centre, Reading £4.60/day 0.4 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/gb/eng/reading/affordable-parking-at-health-social-services-centr-106099) [Affordable Driveway Parking in Reading, Berkshire £4.00/day 0.6 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/gb/eng/reading/affordable-driveway-parking-in-reading-berkshire-118471) [Secure 24/7 Garage Space in Reading for Just £100/Month £100.00/mo 0.8 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/gb/eng/reading/secure-247-garage-space-reading-100month-189343) [Convenient Wokingham Hospital Parking in Reading, RG1 £6.00/hr 0.9 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/gb/eng/reading/convenient-wokingham-hospital-parking-in-reading-r-110719) [Convenient Driveway Parking on Wokingham Road, Earley £20.00/wk 0.9 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/gb/eng/earley-reading/convenient-driveway-parking-on-wokingham-road-earl-118080) [See more parking near you →](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) ![University of Reading, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy.](https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/parking-near-university-of-reading-reading-15ef1e.webp) University of Reading, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy. Photo: [Pexels](https://www.pexels.com) ## University of Reading Campus Parking on Queen's Drive Campus parking is managed through the University’s Campus Services information, which covers permits, visitor bookings and vehicle security (reading.ac.uk). Students living in halls can purchase digital parking permits for visitors, and those permits are valid in halls car parks between 8.30am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday (reading.ac.uk). Car park 5 is pre-booked allocated parking for visitors, while car park 3 is the RSSL car park and the Reading Enterprise Centre car park is at Earley Gate (reading.ac.uk). These named areas matter when a permit or booking specifies where to leave the vehicle, rather than treating every campus car park as interchangeable. ## Queen's Road Car Park and Other Reading Options Its listed prices are £4.60 for 2 hours, £7 for 3 hours, £9.30 for 4 hours and £11.10 for 5 hours (reading.gov.uk). This option suits a visitor who needs a council car park rather than a campus permit, particularly for a timed appointment or several hours in town. The published tariff gives a clearer choice between short and longer stays than relying on an unrestricted search for space around Queen's Drive. Show map of Reading ## Parksy Spaces Close to the Reading Campus For a day visit, the priced Parksy choices include a driveway space 0.6 mi away at £4 a day, plus spaces at Chancellor House Surgery and the Health & Social Services Centre, both 0.4 mi away, priced at £4.70 and £4.60 a day. The two 0.4-mile spaces are practical for staff or students needing a regular daytime alternative, while the driveway suits a lower daily price. A Wokingham Hospital space in Reading is 0.9 mi away and costs £6 an hour, making it more suitable for a shorter visit than a full day on campus. ## Busy Periods and Street Restrictions Around the Campus Car park 5 is specifically pre-booked allocated parking for visitors (reading.ac.uk). Halls visitor permits are restricted to halls car parks and are valid between 8.30am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday (reading.ac.uk). Parking on surrounding streets should therefore be treated as controlled by local signs and restrictions, especially around Queen's Drive and the halls, rather than as an extension of the campus parking offer. ## Earley Station and Walking Access to Queen's Drive Earley railway station is the nearest station, at 1.2 mi from the campus and a 24-minute walk. The campus is 1.5 mi from Reading centre, so central rail and town connections can also work for visitors combining a university appointment with time in Reading. Drivers using a Parksy space can compare the distance to Queen's Drive with the length of their stay, while station users have a stated walking time for the final approach. Show street view near University of Reading ## Sources - [University of Reading website](https://www.reading.ac.uk/) - [Parking information for visitors](https://www.reading.ac.uk/estates/campus-services/parking/visitors-parking) - [Student parking](https://www.reading.ac.uk/estates/campus-services/parking/student-parking) - [Parking](https://www.reading.ac.uk/estates/campus-services/parking) - [Queens Road car park](https://www.reading.gov.uk/vehicles-roads-and-transport/parking/car-parks/queens-road-car-park/) \* 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 the University of Reading? University parking covers permits, visitor bookings and vehicle security. Halls visitor permits are valid in halls car parks from 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, while car park 5 is pre-booked allocated parking. Nearby alternatives include spaces 0.4 mi away at £4.60 or £4.70 a day, and a driveway 0.6 mi away at £4 a day. ### How Do Visitor Permits Work for University of Reading Parking? Students living in halls can purchase digital parking permits for visitors. These permits are valid in halls car parks between 8.30am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. ### Which Campus Car Parks Can Visitors Use? Car park 5 is pre-booked allocated parking for visitors. Car park 3 is the RSSL car park, and the Reading Enterprise Centre car park is at Earley Gate. These named areas matter when a permit or booking specifies where to leave the vehicle, rather than treating every campus car park as interchangeable. ### What Are the Nearby Parking Prices for a Day Visit? Priced nearby choices include spaces at Chancellor House Surgery and the Health & Social Services Centre, both 0.4 mi away, priced at £4.70 and £4.60 a day. A driveway space 0.6 mi away costs £4 a day. A Wokingham Hospital space is 0.9 mi away and costs £6 an hour. ### What Does Queen's Road Car Park Cost? Queen's Road car park is listed at £4.60 for 2 hours, £7 for 3 hours, £9.30 for 4 hours and £11.10 for 5 hours. It suits a visitor who needs a council car park rather than a campus permit, particularly for a timed appointment or several hours in town. ### How Far Is Earley Railway Station From Campus? Earley railway station is the nearest station, at 1.2 mi from the campus and a 24-minute walk. 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