Parking Near University of Glasgow, Glasgow City
Where Can I Park for the University of Glasgow?
Visitor parking on the Gilmorehill campus costs £10 per day or £5 per half-day, subject to availability. Nearby Parksy spaces include options 247 yd away at £2.55 an hour and £4.50 an hour, while Kelvin Park Lorne is 0.6 mi away at £3.80 a day. Hillhead subway station is 0.3 mi away, with a 6-minute walk.
- Address
- 82 University Avenue, Hillhead, Glasgow, G12 8QH
- Closest listed space
- Convenient Parking at Lansdowne Clinic, Anniesland G12, 247 yd (3 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Hillhead subway station, 0.3 mi (6 min walk)
Parking Near Glasgow City
University of Glasgow stands near convenient private parking spaces, helping visitors enjoy a short walk with less time spent circling for a space. Photo: Pexels
Parking on the University of Glasgow Campus
The University of Glasgow’s Gilmorehill campus has designated parking locations including North Front West visitor parking, Southpark House, Professor Square and Rankine (University of Glasgow). Campus parking enquiries are handled by the Campus Parking Team, and permit applications are available through the university’s estates service (University of Glasgow).
Visitor parking is charged at £10 per day or £5 per half-day, with spaces subject to availability and charges reviewed annually (University of Glasgow). The visitor arrangement is the clearest official option for a short campus visit, while staff and other regular users should use the university’s permit application process rather than relying on visitor bays.
Other Car Parks Near the Campus
For drivers who do not need to park inside the university grounds, the nearby area includes off-campus options around Hillhead, Glasgow G3 and the wider west-end streets. These can be useful when campus visitor parking is full, although the most convenient choice depends on the final building and the length of the stay.
The practical off-campus choices listed nearby are Parksy spaces, with hourly and daily prices shown in the next section.
Parksy Spaces Close to University Avenue
Two Parksy spaces are listed 247 yd away: a driveway space near Lansdowne Clinic in Anniesland G12 at £2.55 an hour, and secure 24/7 parking at Grosvenor Court in Glasgow G12 at £4.50 an hour. The first suits a student or visitor seeking the lower hourly rate, while the 24/7 option is useful for staff or visitors arriving outside standard daytime hours.
At 0.5 mi, a Glasgow G3 space costs £2.30 an hour, while a space near Macdonald Alastair Endodontics costs £4.20 an hour. Kelvin Park Lorne in Glasgow G3 is 0.6 mi away at £3.80 a day, making it suited to a longer visit, and Woodside Terrace Lane is 0.6 mi away at £2 an hour for shorter stays.
Stations and Walking Routes to the Campus
Hillhead subway station is the nearest listed station, 0.3 mi from the University of Glasgow and a 6-minute walk away. This is the most direct rail-based arrival point for visitors heading towards the university in Hillhead.
Kelvinbridge railway station is about a 6-minute walk away, while Kelvinbridge subway station is about a 7-minute walk away. The three stations give students, staff and visitors alternatives to driving when a campus visit is likely to coincide with busy periods.
Sources
- UK Government driving and transport services
- ScotRail
- Transport & parking - City of Sydney
- Transport Scotland
- Visitor Parking - MyGlasgow
- MyGlasgow - Estates - Parking at the University
- Estates - Parking at the University - Permit Types and Cost
- Campus Parking Locations and Maps
- MyGlasgow - Estates - Parking at the University - Applications
- My permit account
* 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 Glasgow?
Visitor parking on the Gilmorehill campus costs £10 per day or £5 per half-day, subject to availability. Nearby Parksy spaces include options 247 yd away at £2.55 an hour and £4.50 an hour, while Kelvin Park Lorne is 0.6 mi away at £3.80 a day. Hillhead subway station is 0.3 mi away, with a 6-minute walk.
How Much Does Visitor Parking on Campus Cost?
Visitor parking costs £10 per day or £5 per half-day. Spaces are subject to availability, and charges are reviewed annually. The visitor arrangement is the clearest official option for a short campus visit. Staff and other regular users should use the university’s permit application process rather than relying on visitor bays.
What Nearby Parking Is Available for a Lower Hourly Rate?
A driveway space near Lansdowne Clinic in Anniesland G12 is 247 yd away and costs £2.55 an hour. It suits a student or visitor seeking the lower hourly rate. At 0.5 mi, a Glasgow G3 space costs £2.30 an hour, while Woodside Terrace Lane is 0.6 mi away at £2 an hour.
Is There Parking Available Outside Standard Daytime Hours?
Secure 24/7 parking at Grosvenor Court in Glasgow G12 is 247 yd away and costs £4.50 an hour. The 24/7 option is useful for staff or visitors arriving outside standard daytime hours.
Which Nearby Car Park Is Best for a Longer Visit?
Kelvin Park Lorne in Glasgow G3 is 0.6 mi away and costs £3.80 a day, making it suited to a longer visit. For shorter stays, Woodside Terrace Lane is also 0.6 mi away and costs £2 an hour. The most convenient choice depends on the final building and the length of the stay.
What Is the Nearest Station and How Far Is It to Walk?
Hillhead subway station is the nearest listed station, 0.3 mi away and a 6-minute walk. Kelvinbridge railway station is about a 6-minute walk away, while Kelvinbridge subway station is about a 7-minute walk away. These stations provide alternatives to driving when visits coincide with busy periods.
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