Parking Near Maynooth University South Campus, Kildare
Where Can I Park for Maynooth University South Campus?
Maynooth University has permit and Pay and Display parking. A campus permit costs €40, while APCOA tariffs range from €1 for 1 hour to €7 for 5 hours. Visitor parking is in the Pay and Display area just inside the main gate, and dedicated South Campus parking beside the Eolas Building does not require a permit.
- Address
- Country
- Closest listed space
- Convenient Outdoor Parking on Leinster Road, Maynooth, 610 m (8 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Maynooth railway station, 820 m (11 min walk)
Parking Near Maynooth
A university campus building Photo: Pexels / Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
Parking at Maynooth University South Campus
The campus has designated permit parking and Pay and Display parking across its car parks, with a campus permit costing €40 (Maynooth University). Permits are not required for the dedicated South Campus parking beside the Eolas Building, in Car Park 2 cycle shelter (Maynooth University).
Visitor parking is in a Pay and Display area to the left of the campus just inside the main gate (Maynooth University). APCOA operates the university parking, with tariffs listed at €1 for 1 hour, €2.50 for 2 hours, €4 for 3 hours, €5.50 for 4 hours and €7 for 5 hours (APCOA).
Other Car Parks Near the Campus
The Mall Car Park is a nearby alternative in Maynooth, separate from the university car parks. It is useful for visitors who want to leave a car close to the town centre before walking towards the campus.
St Patricks College Maynooth also provides a nearby parking option listed for this area. The college and The Mall are both within a short walk of the campus, while Maynooth centre is 260 m away, making town parking practical for errands combined with a university visit.
Parksy Spaces Near Maynooth University South Campus
Two outdoor spaces on Leinster Road are 610 m away and cost €1.50 an hour. The 24/7 option suits students or staff with early, late or irregular timetables, while the other outdoor space works for a straightforward daytime visit.
Two spaces at St Patricks College Maynooth are 650 m away and cost €3 an hour. Two spaces at The Mall Car Park are 710 m away and cost €2 an hour, making them useful for students or visitors combining parking with time in Maynooth town.
Rail and Walking Access to the South Campus
Maynooth railway station is the nearest station, at 820 m from the campus and an 11-minute walk. This makes rail a practical alternative for students, staff and visitors travelling into Maynooth without needing a campus parking space.
The campus is also close to Maynooth centre, which is 260 m away. Drivers using town parking can combine the walk with shopping or other errands, while rail passengers can continue directly on foot from the station.
* 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 Maynooth University South Campus?
Maynooth University has permit and Pay and Display parking. A campus permit costs €40, while APCOA tariffs range from €1 for 1 hour to €7 for 5 hours. Visitor parking is in the Pay and Display area just inside the main gate, and dedicated South Campus parking beside the Eolas Building does not require a permit.
How Much Does Parking Cost at the University?
APCOA tariffs are €1 for 1 hour, €2.50 for 2 hours, €4 for 3 hours, €5.50 for 4 hours and €7 for 5 hours. A campus permit costs €40. The university has designated permit parking and Pay and Display parking across its car parks.
Where Is Visitor Parking Located?
Visitor parking is in a Pay and Display area to the left of the campus, just inside the main gate. Permits are not required for the dedicated South Campus parking beside the Eolas Building, in Car Park 2 cycle shelter.
What Nearby Parking Alternatives Are Available?
The Mall Car Park and St Patricks College Maynooth provide nearby alternatives separate from the university car parks. Both are within a short walk of the campus. Maynooth centre is 260 m away, so town parking can suit visitors combining a university visit with errands.
What Are the Closest Parksy Spaces and Their Prices?
Two outdoor spaces on Leinster Road are 610 m away and cost €1.50 an hour. Two spaces at St Patricks College Maynooth are 650 m away and cost €3 an hour. Two spaces at The Mall Car Park are 710 m away and cost €2 an hour.
Can I Travel by Train and Walk to Campus?
Maynooth railway station is 820 m from the campus and an 11-minute walk. Rail is a practical alternative for students, staff and visitors travelling into Maynooth without needing a campus parking space. The campus is also 260 m from Maynooth centre.
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