Parking Near Cardiff University - North Campus, Cathays
Where Can I Park for Cardiff University - North Campus?
University parking is extremely limited and requires a permit, although pre-bookable pay-as-you-go visitor parking is available. The university guide gives a typical cost of around £3.50 for two hours, payable by coin or card. Nearby alternatives include a secure Cardiff CF24 space 183 yards away for £30 a day, while Cardiff Queen Street station is 0.9 miles away and a 19-minute walk.
- Address
- 82 Colum Road, Cathays, Cardiff, CF10 3EF
- Closest listed space
- Secure and Convenient Parking in Cardiff CF24, 183 yd (3 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Cardiff Queen Street railway station, 0.9 mi (19 min walk)
Parking Near Cathays
A university campus building Photo: Pexels / Oli Liao
Parking at Cardiff University - North Campus
Parking at Cardiff University - North Campus is controlled by the university. University visitor parking is offered on a pre-bookable pay-as-you-go basis, alongside off-peak public parking, accessible parking and pick-up and drop-off zones across campus (cardiff.ac.uk).
University car parks are extremely limited, and a permit is required according to the university’s location guide (cardiff.ac.uk). The guide gives a typical cost of around £3.50 for two hours, with payment by coin or card (cardiff.ac.uk). Undergraduate Open Day visitors can use selected university car parks free of charge, with on-campus ANPR cameras switched off for the event (cardiff.ac.uk). The campus address is 82 Colum Road, Cathays, Cardiff, CF10 3EF.
Parksy Parking Spaces Near the North Campus
The closest listed Parksy option is a secure space in Cardiff CF24, 183 yards away, priced at £30 a day. Its proximity makes it suited to staff or visitors who need a short walk to the campus. A driveway space at Crwys Road is 0.5 miles away and costs £4.50 an hour, while a space near Hilton Cardiff at CF10 3ND is also 0.5 miles away and costs £4.80 a day.
Students needing flexible hourly parking can choose the Richmond Road space in CF24, 0.6 miles away, at £6.50 an hour. A space at Lincoln House Hotel is 0.6 miles away and costs £6 a day, making it suitable for a full-day visit. The secure 24/7 city-centre space is 0.7 miles away and costs £4.50 an hour. The longer-distance spaces may suit staff, students or visitors who are happy to walk beyond the immediate campus area.
Other Car Parks Around Cathays and Cardiff City Centre
The university’s directions information points visitors towards city-centre parking as an alternative because parking within the university is extremely limited (cardiff.ac.uk). This is useful for drivers whose visit does not depend on being beside the Colum Road buildings, particularly when campus spaces are occupied.
Drivers using those facilities should choose a car park that permits the planned length of stay and then continue towards Cathays on foot or by public transport.
Busy Periods and Street Restrictions Near the Campus
Parking pressure is highest when university activity brings extra visitors to Cathays.
University-owned property requires a valid parking permit for every motor vehicle, and vehicles parked without one are subject to university parking control (cardiff.ac.uk). Visitor parking is provided through pre-bookable pay-as-you-go facilities, with accessible bays and pick-up and drop-off zones available across campus (cardiff.ac.uk). The supplied university pages do not name specific surrounding streets or separate street restrictions.
Walking to the Campus From Cardiff Queen Street Station
Cardiff Queen Street railway station is the nearest station to Cardiff University - North Campus, at 0.9 miles from the campus and a 19-minute walk. The station provides a practical rail arrival point for students, staff and visitors who want to avoid the limited university car-park supply.
From Cardiff Queen Street, the walk continues towards Cathays and the campus address at 82 Colum Road, Cathays, Cardiff, CF10 3EF. The 19-minute walking time makes rail and walking a realistic option for a lecture, office visit or university event, especially when visitor parking requires pre-booking or when Open Day demand is high.
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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 for Cardiff University - North Campus?
University parking is extremely limited and requires a permit, although pre-bookable pay-as-you-go visitor parking is available. The university guide gives a typical cost of around £3.50 for two hours, payable by coin or card. Nearby alternatives include a secure Cardiff CF24 space 183 yards away for £30 a day, while Cardiff Queen Street station is 0.9 miles away and a 19-minute walk.
How Much Does Parking at the University Cost?
The university’s location guide gives a typical cost of around £3.50 for two hours. Payment can be made by coin or card. University visitor parking is offered on a pre-bookable pay-as-you-go basis, and a permit is required for parking on university-owned property.
What Nearby Parking Options Are Available?
The closest listed option is a secure space in Cardiff CF24, 183 yards away, priced at £30 a day. A Crwys Road driveway is 0.5 miles away at £4.50 an hour, while a space near Hilton Cardiff at CF10 3ND is 0.5 miles away at £4.80 a day.
Can I Park for a Full Day Near the Campus?
A space at Lincoln House Hotel is 0.6 miles away and costs £6 a day, making it suitable for a full-day visit. The space near Hilton Cardiff at CF10 3ND is 0.5 miles away and costs £4.80 a day. Drivers should choose parking that permits the planned length of stay.
What Happens During Busy University Periods?
Parking pressure is highest when university activity brings extra visitors to Cathays. Every motor vehicle on university-owned property requires a valid parking permit, and vehicles without one are subject to university parking control. Visitor parking is pre-bookable and pay-as-you-go, with accessible bays and pick-up and drop-off zones across campus.
How Far Is Cardiff Queen Street Station From the Campus?
Cardiff Queen Street railway station is 0.9 miles from the campus and a 19-minute walk. From the station, the route continues towards Cathays and the campus address at 82 Colum Road, Cathays, Cardiff, CF10 3EF. Rail and walking can help when university car-park supply is limited or visitor parking requires pre-booking.
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