๐ A4 Portway Park & Ride โ The Complete Bristol P&R Parking Guide
Free Park & Ride at Shirehampton โ secure bays, frequent buses into Bristol city centre & seamless connections to the airport.
๐ Type: Council-Managed Park & Ride (Portway P&R)
๐ Open: 24 hours daily (enter/exit at any time)
๐ Rating: 4.2 / 5 (commuter & visitor feedback)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Parking: Free (no permit required)
Bus Fare:
Single adult: ยฃ2.50
Day ticket (unlimited journeys): ยฃ4.50
Weekly pass: ยฃ15.00 (all P&R sites)
Enforcement: ANPR usage monitoring; misuse (e.g., non-P&R users blocking bays) may be penalized
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~500 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with painted bay lines |
| Lighting | Full-site LED lampposts |
| Security | ANPR entry/exit; CCTV at main entrance |
| Height Limit | None |
โฟ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 10 marked bays close to bus shelter
Drop-Off Zone: Layby adjacent to shelter for easy unloading
Access Routes: Level paths from bays to covered shelter and bus stop
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
A4 Bus Garage (BP Pulse โ 4ร7 kW) โ 5 min drive
Shirehampton High Street (Pod Point โ 2ร7 kW) โ 6 min walk
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 07:00โ09:00 | 80 % | Commuters to city |
| Weekdays 17:00โ19:00 | 75 % | Evening return trips |
| Saturdays 10:00โ14:00 | 40 % | Leisure shoppers |
| Sundays & evenings | 30 % | Off-peak travelers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 08:00 on weekdays for the best bays near the shelter.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Covered Bus Shelter & Stop | On-site | Direct P&R buses every 15 minutes |
| Shirehampton High Street | 8 min | Cafรฉs, shops & public toilets |
| Ferry Road Leisure Park | 5 min | Scenic riverside walk & cafรฉ |
| Avonmouth Airport Park | 10 min | Shuttle connections to airport |
๐ Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: Inside ferry-side cafรฉ (5 min walk)
ATM: Post Office (High Street, 8 min)
Pharmacy: Shirehampton Pharmacy (High Street)
Cafรฉ: The Packet Boat (riverside, 5 min)
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Meads P&R | 10 min bus | Free parking; bus ยฃ4 day | Unlimited | Fast bus to Temple Meads & city |
| Long Ashton P&R | 20 min bus | Free; bus ยฃ4.50 | Unlimited | Direct park outside shopping zone |
| On-Street Shirehampton Bays | 6 min walk | Free for 2 h | 2 h max | Short-stop for High Street visits |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Parking is exclusively for active P&R users; non-riders may be towed.
Buses run 05:30โ23:00 daily; ensure your return by last service.
No overnight bus serviceโdrivers must exit on foot after last bus.
๐ Expert Tips
Commuter Saver: Buy a weekly P&R pass for unlimited travel across all sites.
Off-Peak Hack: Use on weekends for free parking + ยฃ4.50 day ticket to combine shopping & leisure.
EV Visitors: Charge at High Street Pod Point before your journey.
๐ฎ Future Developments
2025: Proposal to add 4ร7 kW EV bays and solar canopies over bays (council consultation).
2026: Planned upgrade to real-time bus display screens at shelter and improved lighting.
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