Parking Near Parkstone Railway Station, Poole
Where Can I Park at Parkstone Railway Station?
Parkstone railway station has an APCOA car park at 58 Station Road with 13 spaces, including a disabled space. The published tariff is £5.60 daily, £22.30 weekly or £78 monthly, and registered Blue Badge holders are exempt. Nearby Parksy alternatives include a 24/7 space 48 yards away for £1 an hour and a monthly space 89 yards away for £59.
- Address
- 58 Station Road, Parkstone, Poole, BH14 8UD
- Closest listed space
- Convenient 24/7 Parking in Parkstone, BH14, 48 yd (1 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Branksome railway station, 1.4 mi (28 min walk)
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A train at a railway station platform Photo: Pexels / David Kwewum
Parkstone Railway Station Car Park on Station Road
The station car park is operated by APCOA and has 13 spaces, including a disabled space (APCOA). The entrance is at 58 Station Road, Parkstone, Poole, BH14 8UD, placing the parking area directly beside the railway station.
Parking is chargeable for all vehicles except registered Blue Badge holders (Southeastern Railway). The published station tariff includes a £5.60 daily charge, a £22.30 weekly charge and a £78 monthly charge (Southeastern Railway). National Rail lists 13 station parking spaces and a drop-off and pick-up point, but records no accessible parking spaces (National Rail).
Commuter Parking and Availability at the Station
With 13 spaces, the station car park is a compact option for weekday commuters rather than a large overflow facility. Grand Central lists the peak period as from 1200 Monday to Friday (Grand Central Rail), so drivers travelling around that period should allow time to find an alternative.
South Western Railway says charges can vary by station and by the day of parking, with online or RingGo booking available for station car parks (South Western Railway). The station information also lists Monday to Friday hours of 06:35 to 10:00 (Southern Railway). Blue Badge parking is described as available at many stations, while the Parkstone listing states that registered Blue Badge holders are exempt from the charge (South Western Railway; Southeastern Railway).
Parksy Spaces Within a Short Walk of the Station
Two Parksy spaces are listed in Parkstone itself. A 24/7 space is 48 yards away, a few steps from the station, and costs £1 an hour, making it suited to short stays or drivers who want round-the-clock access. A second Parkstone space is 89 yards away and costs £59 a month, which is aimed more at regular commuters seeking a monthly arrangement.
Further options are listed 0.9 miles away: parking near Lewis-Manning Hospice costs £6.70 a day, a space at Madeira Medical Centre costs £5.10 a day, and a driveway near the hospital costs £4.20 a day. A space near Poole Hospital is 1.0 mile away and costs £2.90 a day. These locations suit drivers willing to park farther from the station in exchange for daily-priced alternatives.
Street Parking Rules Around Parkstone Station
Parking at the station is chargeable for all vehicles except registered Blue Badge holders (Southeastern Railway). The station listing also identifies a drop-off and pick-up point, giving drivers a designated place for brief passenger movements rather than using a parking bay for a longer wait (National Rail).
The published station information identifies disabled parking and drop-off facilities, while APCOA records a disabled space within the 13-space car park (APCOA; National Rail). Blue Badge parking is available at many stations under the railway guidance, but the Parkstone station record states that no accessible parking spaces are listed (National Rail; Grand Central Rail).
Branksome Connection From Parkstone Railway Station
Branksome railway station is the nearest alternative station, 1.4 miles away and a 28-minute walk from Parkstone railway station. It provides another rail location to consider when the compact station car park is unsuitable, although the journey on foot is considerably longer than using a nearby Parksy space.
Railway parking guidance from South Western Railway says station parking can be booked online or through RingGo on 01256 80 28 04 (South Western Railway). The station has cycling facilities and a drop-off and pick-up point, which can help drivers combine a short vehicle stop with another part of the journey (National Rail).
Sources
- UK Government parking rules
- UK Government driving and transport services
- Commuter parking
- To guarantee a car space, pre-book parking before your visit.
- Parkstone Station - APCOA
- Parkstone (Dorset) Station
- Parkstone (Dorset) Station, Tickets & Information
- Train Station Car Parking
- Parkstone (Dorset) Train Station
- Parkstone (Dorset) Train 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 at Parkstone Railway Station?
Parkstone railway station has an APCOA car park at 58 Station Road with 13 spaces, including a disabled space. The published tariff is £5.60 daily, £22.30 weekly or £78 monthly, and registered Blue Badge holders are exempt. Nearby Parksy alternatives include a 24/7 space 48 yards away for £1 an hour and a monthly space 89 yards away for £59.
How Much Does Parking at Parkstone Railway Station Cost?
The station car park tariff is £5.60 for a day, £22.30 for a week and £78 for a month. Parking is chargeable for all vehicles except registered Blue Badge holders. South Western Railway says charges can vary by station and by the day of parking, with online or RingGo booking available for station car parks.
Is There Disabled Parking at Parkstone Railway Station?
APCOA records a disabled space within the 13-space station car park, and registered Blue Badge holders are exempt from the parking charge. Railway guidance describes Blue Badge parking as available at many stations, while the Parkstone station record gives the local accessible-parking listing.
What Nearby Parksy Parking Is Available for Parkstone Railway Station?
A 24/7 Parksy space in Parkstone is 48 yards from the station and costs £1 an hour. Another space is 89 yards away and costs £59 a month. Further options are 0.9 miles away, costing £6.70 a day, £5.10 a day or £4.20 a day, while a space near Poole Hospital is 1.0 mile away and costs £2.90 a day.
Is There a Drop-Off and Pick-Up Point at Parkstone Railway Station?
The station listing identifies a drop-off and pick-up point, giving drivers a designated place for brief passenger movements rather than using a parking bay for a longer wait. The station information also identifies drop-off facilities. The car park entrance is at 58 Station Road, placing the parking area directly beside the railway station.
What Is the Nearest Alternative Station to Parkstone Railway Station?
Branksome railway station is the nearest alternative, 1.4 miles away and a 28-minute walk from Parkstone railway station. It provides another rail location when the compact 13-space station car park is unsuitable. South Western Railway says station parking can be booked online or through RingGo on 01256 80 28 04.
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