🚗 Flitwick Station Car Park – NCP/APCOA, Flitwick MK45 1AJ Parking Guide
Secure ANPR parking at Flitwick Station – flexible daily, weekly & season tickets, free for Blue Badge holders, 24/7 access steps from platforms and local buses.
🚗 Type: ANPR-controlled Surface Station Car Park (operated by APCOA/NCP)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (all year round)
🌟 Rating: 4.4 / 5 (visitor-submitted feedback praises ease of entry and location)
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Tariff | Charge |
|---|---|
| Mon–Fri Daily Rate | £8.00 |
| Mon–Fri Off-Peak (from 10:00) | £4.70 |
| Mon–Fri Super Off-Peak (from 17:00) | £3.60 |
| Saturday Daily Rate | £3.70 |
| Sunday Daily Rate | £3.70 |
| Weekly Ticket | £37.50 |
| Monthly Ticket | £129.90 |
| Quarterly Ticket | £367.60 |
| Annual Ticket | £1,166.60 |
| Premier Annual Ticket | £1,318.60 |
| Expiry | Daily rates expire at 04:00 next day |
Payment: APCOA Connect App or Pay-by-App (ANPR entry/exit; LatePay option allows payment within 24 h).
Blue Badge: Free parking for registered Blue Badge holders; display badge and register via APCOA portal.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | Approximately 120 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with painted lines |
| Lighting | Overhead LED lighting |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV surveillance |
| Barrier System | Open entry/exit via ANPR—no physical barriers |
| Height Limit | None (standard vehicles; small vans tolerated) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Level routes between bays and station entrance; register badge for free parking.
Drop-Off Zone: Informal layby at station forecourt for quick drop-off/pick-up.
Pedestrian Links: Direct footpath into station; tactile paving at crossings.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None available.
Nearest Chargers:
Tesco Flitwick (Westbound Road; 3×7 kW) – 3 min walk
Allhallows Multi-Storey (0.2 mi; 4×7 kW) – 5 min walk
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 07:00–09:00 | ~80 % | Morning commuters |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | ~70 % | Evening returners |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | ~60 % | Shopping & leisure |
| Evenings after 18:00 | ~40 % | Off-peak travellers |
Pro Tip: Book a weekly or monthly ticket in advance via the APCOA portal to secure a guaranteed bay and best value.
🚶 Walkability Score
(All walk times from car park entrance)
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Flitwick Station Platforms | 1 min | Direct train access |
| Flitwick Bus Stands (Station Rd) | 2 min | Local and regional bus services |
| Tesco Flitwick | 3 min | Groceries, café & EV charging |
| Steppingley Road Council Car Park | 5 min | Council-managed bays & alternate tariff |
| Millennium Country Park | 12 min | Lakeside trails & wildlife spotting |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
ATM: Inside station ticket hall (cards only)
Public Toilets: Station facilities (adjacent to platforms)
Pharmacy: Flitwick Health Centre (5 min walk)
Food & Drink
Costa Coffee: Station forecourt (2 min)
Station Café: Light snacks & hot drinks (platform 2)
The Railway Inn: Pub & restaurant (4 min walk)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steppingley Road Council Car Park | 0.2 mi | £6/day (Mon–Fri); £1.60/day (Sat–Sun); £29.90/week | 7 days | Lower weekday rate; free Sat/Sun |
| JustPark Private Drives | 0.1–0.3 mi | from £1.31/day | Flexible | Guaranteed pre-booked space |
| Bedford Road On-Street Bays | 0.3 mi | Pay & Display: £1/hr, max 4 h | 4 hours | Cheap short-stay option |
| Millennium Country Park Car Park | 0.6 mi | £2.50/day | Dawn–Dusk | Scenic lakeside access |
| Flitwick Station Premium (APCOA) | Adjacent | Similar tariffs; pre-book | 24 h | Pre-book sessions & ScanPay option |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: ANPR monitors entries/exits; unregistered or unpaid stays incur PCNs.
Expiry Time: Daily tickets expire at 04:00 the following day—plan exits accordingly.
App Requirement: Download APCOA Connect and register vehicle before arrival to avoid delays.
Weather: Surface drains quickly, but watch for puddles after heavy rain.
📌 Expert Tips
LatePay Option: If you forget to pay on arrival, use LatePay within 24 h via SMS or app to avoid a PCN.
Season Ticket Hack: Monthly and annual passes offer unlimited access and best per-day rates.
Off-Peak Savings: Arrive after 10:00 or 17:00 on weekdays to benefit from reduced off-peak rates.
Blue Badge Free Parking: Register badge online and display in-bay to park free at any time.
🔮 Future Developments
2025 Q3: APCOA trialling real-time bay-availability displays and solar-powered pay machines.
2026: Council considering EV charge-point installation in adjacent Steppingley Road lot.
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