We're delighted you're bringing your coach to York. We have 2 dedicated coach parks in the city centre and there is also coach parking around the city centre.
Please note that at busier times of the year during major events like the JORVIK Viking Festival (February half term), York Food Festival (September) and York Christmas Festival (incorporating St Nicholas Fair), coach parking needs to be booked in advance as soon as possible.
Helpful Information for Coach Operators
Coaches and minibuses with over 16 seats cannot enter the city walls of York, except for a section of Station Road. Skeldergate Bridge is the only city centre bridge crossing available to coaches. Download York coach map to help you get around the city.
Coach Parking in the City Centre
Union Terrace Coach Park
Coach Spaces: 35
Open 7 days, 8am - 11pm
No overnight parking
St George's Field Coach Park
Coach Spaces: 27
Open 7 days, 8am - 6.30pm
Overnight parking is permitted
There is also coach pick up and drop off point on Leeman Road, near York Train Station.
For more information on city centre coach parking and to book visit Coach Parking in York.
Additional Coach Parking
Monks Cross Park & Ride
Coach spaces: 10
Tel: 01904 883993
Trans Dev York Depot
Coach spaces: 30
Secure parking close to the city centre with coach wash facilities.
Tel: 01904 655585 Email: toplinetravel@aol.com
York Auction Centre
Murton. (Take A166 Bridlington Road. Park 400 metres on left) York YO19 5GF
Overnight charge: £8.50
Tel: 01904 489731
Foss Islands Road: Roadside parking for mini buses and motorcaravans.
Knavesmire Road: Parking available here except on race days or during special events at the racecourse.
York Christmas Festival (15 November - 23 December 2018)
Arrangements and pricing for coach parking for York Christmas Festival 2018 will be live on this site in the Spring.
The York Christmas Festival 2018 will run for 39 days – a much improved offer for the visitor, the Festival includes the popular St Nicholas Fair and also much more...
Here is a paragraph of copy to assist in promoting this festival to your customers:
York is the perfect destination for a festive break/day trip. The 39 day York Christmas Festival includes the popular St Nicholas Fair. In addition to the Fair there are a host of festive events at York’s visitor attractions, as well as the daily Shambles market, Made in Yorkshire Festive Fayre at the medieval Guildhall and the Festive Market at Barley Hall. Pretty Christmas trees line York’s historic streets, adding to the festive atmosphere and stallholders at the St Nicholas Fair on Parliament Street will be selling jewellery, ceramics and Yorkshire produce. There’s nowhere quite like York to enjoy the festive spirit. Book your visit now to shop, eat and experience Christmas at its very best. In advance of your stay you can telephone Visit York to request your free guide to Christmas in York or to find out more about York, telephone the Visitor Information Centre on 01904 550099, email info@visityork.org or check out www.visityork.org/christmas.
** Please note plans are still being developed so check the website regularly for updates.
FAQs for coach parking in York
Q: I have wheelchair users and older visitors on my coach - can I drop them off within the city walls?
A: Only under extenuating circumstances can arrangements be made for a coach to set-down/collect within the city walls (for example, a large proportion of the travelling party is registered as disabled and they are attending a service at York Minster). There is currently an administration fee of £10 to raise such a waiver and further information and advice is available from City of York Council on 01904 551309.
Q: Are there special coach parking requirements for York Christmas Festival?
A: Yes, special coach parking arrangements will be in operation during the York Christmas Festival (15 November – 23 December). Please see the following pages: www.visityork.org/christmascoachparking
Q: Where can I park my coach overnight?
A: You are able to leave your coach overnight in St George's Field coach park but coaches cannot be removed before 8am the following morning.
Q: How much will it cost to park my coach for the day?
A: For up to date tariffs, please contact City of York Council on 01904 551309. Alternatively, visit the coach parking section of their website.
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