🚗 Slough Station West Car Park – Railway Terrace, Slough Parking Guide
24/7 APCOA Connect parking at Slough Station West – competitive daily rates, season passes & seamless app-based entry for commuters and visitors.
🚗 Type: APCOA Surface Car Park (app-only access)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (all year round)
🌟 Rating: N/A (station car parks typically valued for convenience and ease of use)
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Day | Daily Rate | After-4pm Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Friday | £8.40 | £6.90 |
| Saturday – Sunday | £6.90 | — |
| Bank Holidays | £6.90 | — |
Season Tickets: Available via APCOA Connect App (weekly from ~£46.50; monthly options)
Payment: APCOA Connect App only (no on-site machines or cash/card accepted)
Blue-Badge Holders: Welcome; park in any bay at standard rate (badge must be visible)
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 170 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac, well maintained |
| Lighting | Full-site overhead LED lighting |
| Security | CCTV coverage throughout |
| Height Restriction | None (no barrier) |
| Barrier System | Open entry/exit via APCOA Connect App only |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Level approach to station entrance; no designated blue-badge bays but ample space next to platform access.
Drop-Off Zone: Informal layby immediately outside main gate for quick drop-offs.
Pedestrian Routes: Wide footpaths link directly to station ticket hall.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Shell-Recharge (Bedford Avenue, 0.4 mi; rapid CCs/CHAdeMO) – 8-minute walk
Sainsbury’s Slough (Bath Road, 0.3 mi; 2×7 kW) – 5-minute walk
Osprey Westgate Retail Park (0.6 mi; 5×150 kW) – 10-minute drive
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 07:00–09:00 | ~80 % | Morning commuters |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | ~70 % | Evening returners |
| Saturday 10:00–14:00 | ~60 % | Weekend travellers |
| Evenings after 18:00 | ~30 % | Off-peak visitors |
Pro Tip: Book via the APCOA pre-book portal to lock in the £6.90 evening rate if arriving after 16:00 on weekdays.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Slough Station Platforms | 1 min | Direct train access |
| Slough Bus Interchange | 3 min | Local & regional bus connections |
| Slough High Street | 8 min | Shops, cafés & market square |
| Slough Trading Estate | 6 min | Offices & light industrial units |
| Tesco Superstore (Bath Rd) | 5 min | Groceries & amenities |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
ATM: Station ticket hall (1 min)
Pharmacy: Co-operative Chemist (High St, 8 min)
Public Toilets: Station public conveniences (adjacent to platform)
Food & Drink
Caffè Nero: Station forecourt (2 min)
Pret a Manger: High St (7 min)
The Railway Arms: Pub & kitchen (3 min)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slough Station East | 0.1 mi | £9.30/day | 24 h | Larger capacity (308 spaces) |
| Slough Station North | 0.1 mi | £8.40/day | 24 h | Ev chargers & season tickets |
| Slough Station West Approach | Adjacent | Same rates | 24 h | Direct platform access |
| On-Street (Arthur Street bays) | 0.2 mi | Free | 2 h | Free short-stay |
| JustPark residential drives | 0.3 mi | from £0.90/hr | Flexible | Pre-book via app |
⚠️ Important Notices
App Required: No on-site payment machines; download APCOA Connect before arrival.
Overstay Penalty: Non-payment detected via ANPR; enforcement £70 PCN.
Accessibility Note: No dropped kerb between some bays and pavement—wheelchair users may need assistance.
Bank Holiday Rates: Charged at weekend (£6.90) tariff, even if a weekday.
📌 Expert Tips
Early Bird: Arrive before 07:00 for best choice of bays and avoid peak queues.
Season Pass Hack: Weekly pass holders enjoy unlimited entry/exit via the app—ideal for commuters.
EV Users: Factor in a quick walk to the nearest rapid charger if you need a top-up.
App Alerts: Enable push notifications to know when your booking is about to expire.
🔮 Future Developments
2025 Q4: APCOA trialling ANPR-driven dynamic pricing to reduce congestion at peak times.
2026: Slough Borough Council exploring installation of 4 fast-charge EV bays within 200 m of the station.
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