--- description: Dalhousie station has 638 free and 63 reserved spaces. Reserved spaces become free after 10 a.m.; paid parking starts at $100 a month, 670 m away. title: Parking Near Dalhousie Station, Varsity | Parksy image: https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/poi-railway-station-9eaca278.webp --- [Skip to main content](#main-content) # Parking Near Dalhousie Station, Varsity Transport Parking · Varsity, Alberta · Dalhousie station Published 16 Sep 2026 · 5 min read · Reviewed by the [Parksy Editorial Team](https://www.parksy.com/editorial-guidelines) 5300 53 Avenue NW [Airport Parking (YYC)](https://www.parksy.com/airport/ca/ab/yyc) [Cheap Parking](https://www.parksy.com/cheap/ca/ab/varsity) [Disability Parking](https://www.parksy.com/disability/ca/ab/varsity) [Free Parking](https://www.parksy.com/free/ca/ab/varsity) [Listings Nearby](https://www.parksy.com/parking/ca/ab/varsity) [Moving Guide](https://www.parksy.com/moving/ca/ab/varsity) [Parking Costs](https://www.parksy.com/costs/ca/ab/varsity) [Parking Fines](https://www.parksy.com/fines/ca/ab/varsity) [Parking Permits](https://www.parksy.com/permits/ca/ab/varsity) [Parking Signs](https://www.parksy.com/signs/ca/ab/varsity) [Rent Parking](https://www.parksy.com/rent/ca/ab/varsity) [Street Parking](https://www.parksy.com/street/ca/ab/varsity) [Towed Vehicle](https://www.parksy.com/towed/ca/ab/varsity) [Vehicle Storage](https://www.parksy.com/storage/ca/ab/varsity) Where Can I Park for Dalhousie Station? Dalhousie station’s park-and-ride has 638 free spaces and 63 reserved spaces, with reserved spaces becoming free after 10 a.m. For a paid alternative, a monthly space on Dalgleish Road NW is 670 m away and costs $100 a month. Drivers using nearby streets should follow signs, time limits and access restrictions. Listen to article 5:45 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.
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## Parking Near Varsity [Secure & Convenient Covered Parking in Calgary, AB $125.00/mo 1.9 km](https://www.parksy.com/parking/ca/ab/calgary/secure-convenient-covered-parking-calgary-ab-4770) [Convenient Parking in University District, Calgary $4.49/hr 2.8 km](https://www.parksy.com/parking/ca/ab/calgary/convenient-parking-in-university-district-calgary-100278) [Secure 24/7 Covered Parking Space in Calgary, AB $90.00/mo 2.9 km](https://www.parksy.com/parking/ca/ab/calgary/secure-247-covered-parking-space-calgary-ab-4920) [Secure 24/7 Private Parking in Calgary - $150/Week! $150.00/wk 2.9 km](https://www.parksy.com/parking/ca/ab/calgary/secure-247-private-parking-calgary-150week-4903) [Convenient 24/7 Lighted Parking Lot in Calgary $50.00/day 2.9 km](https://www.parksy.com/parking/ca/ab/calgary/convenient-247-lighted-parking-lot-calgary-176435) [Convenient Lighted Parking Lot in Calgary, AB $50.00/day 3.0 km](https://www.parksy.com/parking/ca/ab/calgary/convenient-lighted-parking-lot-calgary-ab-176408) [See more parking near you →](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) ![A train at a railway station platform](https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/poi-railway-station-9eaca278.webp) A train at a railway station platform Photo: [Pexels](https://www.pexels.com/@arjun-jai-498245236) / Arjun Jai ## Dalhousie Station’s Calgary Transit Park-and-Ride Calgary Transit lists Dalhousie with 638 free spaces and 63 reserved spaces in its park-and-ride system (calgarytransit.com). The wider facility has 760 parking spaces built near Dalhousie Shopping Centre (Wikipedia), giving rail commuters a substantial station-side option at 5300 53 Avenue NW. Calgary Transit says CTrain park-and-ride facilities include both free and reserved parking, while reserved spaces become free after 10 a.m. (calgarytransit.com). ## Parksy Parking Near Dalhousie Station The closest priced Parksy option is a monthly space on Dalgleish Road NW, 670 m from the station, at $100 a month. Its monthly format suits a regular commuter who wants a dedicated alternative to the station lot. A covered Calgary space 1.9 km away costs $125 a month, offering shelter for drivers prepared to park farther from the platforms. For shorter or more flexible stays, a University District space is 2.8 km away at $4.49 an hour. Two spaces 2.9 km away are available in different formats: a covered space costs $90 a month, while a private space costs $150 a week. A lighted parking lot at the same distance costs $50 a day. The hourly and daily choices fit occasional trips, while the weekly and monthly spaces are better suited to recurring parking. Show map of Varsity ## Commuter Choices at the Dalhousie Park-and-Ride Early arrival matters at this station. The Dalhousie park-and-ride was reported as very crowded and filling up very early in 2003 (Wikipedia), so drivers relying on free station parking should build flexibility into their morning routine. Calgary Transit’s location information provides a reserved parking map for the station (calgarytransit.com). Reserved parking is part of the Calgary Transit system, with 63 reserved spaces listed for Dalhousie alongside 638 free spaces (calgarytransit.com). Calgary Transit also states that reserved spaces become free after 10 a.m. (calgarytransit.com). A commuter with a predictable schedule can therefore compare a reserved arrangement with the free lot, while a later arrival may find additional reserved capacity released for general use. ## Street Parking Rules Around 5300 53 Avenue NW Calgary Parking says drivers near CTrain stations should park only where signs clearly allow it, follow posted time limits, and keep driveways, sidewalks and intersections clear (calgaryparking.com). Those rules are especially important around the station approach, where a convenient-looking curb space may still be restricted by local signs or access requirements. The city’s station-parking guidance is focused on enforcement through visible restrictions and time limits rather than treating every nearby street as an extension of the park-and-ride. Drivers using streets around 5300 53 Avenue NW should read the sign governing the exact bay before leaving the vehicle, because Calgary Parking identifies parking where signage does not clearly allow it as a way to risk a ticket (calgaryparking.com). ## CTrain Connections and Alternatives From Dalhousie Dalhousie is a railway station at 5300 53 Avenue NW in Varsity. The station sits 1.4 km from Varsity centre, giving drivers a local rail access point without needing to park in the central area. Calgary Transit’s park-and-ride network is the main practical alternative for commuters who want to combine a car trip with a CTrain journey. Calgary Transit identifies Dalhousie among its park-and-ride locations and provides a reserved parking map through the station listing (calgarytransit.com). The network includes both free and reserved parking at CTrain facilities (calgarytransit.com), so drivers who find the station-side lot unsuitable can compare another CTrain park-and-ride location rather than relying on unrestricted street parking. Dalhousie’s proximity to Dalhousie Shopping Centre also places the rail access beside an established local destination (Wikipedia). Show street view near Dalhousie station ## Sources - [Transport Canada road transportation](https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation) - [Government of Canada driving](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/transport.html) - [Locations](https://www.calgarytransit.com/park-and-ride/locations.html) - [Park and Ride](https://www.calgarytransit.com/park-and-ride.html) - [Parking near CTrain stations](https://www.calgaryparking.com/parking-enforcement/education-over-enforcement/ctrain-stations.html) \* 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 Dalhousie Station? Dalhousie station’s park-and-ride has 638 free spaces and 63 reserved spaces, with reserved spaces becoming free after 10 a.m. For a paid alternative, a monthly space on Dalgleish Road NW is 670 m away and costs $100 a month. Drivers using nearby streets should follow signs, time limits and access restrictions. ### How Many Free Parking Spaces Are at Dalhousie Station? Calgary Transit lists 638 free spaces and 63 reserved spaces in the Dalhousie park-and-ride system. The wider facility has 760 parking spaces and was built near Dalhousie Shopping Centre. Reserved spaces become free after 10 a.m., so later arrivals may find additional capacity available for general use. ### What Is the Closest Paid Parking Near Dalhousie Station? The closest priced option is a monthly space on Dalgleish Road NW, 670 m from Dalhousie station, at $100 a month. Its monthly format suits regular commuters seeking a dedicated alternative to the station lot. A covered space 1.9 km away costs $125 a month for drivers prepared to park farther away. ### When Should I Arrive to Get Park-and-Ride Parking? Early arrival matters because the Dalhousie park-and-ride was reported as very crowded and filling up very early. Drivers relying on free station parking should build flexibility into their morning routine. Calgary Transit also provides a reserved parking map, and lists 63 reserved spaces alongside 638 free spaces. ### Can I Park on the Street Near Dalhousie Station? Park only where signs clearly allow it, follow posted time limits, and keep driveways, sidewalks and intersections clear. Around 5300 53 Avenue NW, read the sign governing the exact bay before leaving the vehicle. Parking where signage does not clearly allow it risks a ticket under Calgary Parking guidance. ### What Paid Parking Options Are Available for Longer or Shorter Stays? For recurring parking, options include a covered space 2.9 km away at $90 a month and a private space 2.9 km away at $150 a week. 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