🚗 Gerrards Cross Station Upper Car Park – Secure Rail Commuter & Town Access Guide
Barrier-controlled parking at Gerrards Cross Station – easy APCOA Connect payment, season tickets and direct platform access just moments from shops, cafés & bus stops in SL9.
🚗 Type: Surface Pay & Display (APCOA on behalf of Chiltern Railways)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (barrier exit by 02:30 am)
🌟 Rating: Not publicly rated
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Stay Period | Rate |
|---|---|
| Mon–Fri Daily | £9.40 |
| Mon–Fri Off-Peak (from 12 pm) | £6.25 |
| Sat–Sun Daily | £6.25 |
| Public Holidays | £6.25 |
| Evenings (from 6 pm) | £1.05 |
| Weekly Ticket | £36.50 |
| Monthly Ticket | £139.40 |
| Annual Ticket | £1,456.70 |
Payment: APCOA Connect app or on-site pay machines.
Tickets expire at 02:30 am on the following day.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~260 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac |
| Lighting | Perimeter lamp-posts |
| Security | CCTV coverage & barrier control |
| Height Restriction | None (suitable for vans & MPVs) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: Several marked bays close to station entrance; display badge and register session.
Drop-Off Zone: Short-stay lay-bys on Packhorse Road.
Route to Platforms: Level ramp access from car park directly to the station concourse.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None.
Nearest Public Chargers:
Bulstrode Way (JustPark): Pre-bookable private spaces with EV charging – 0.1 mi
Station Road Council Lot: Pod Point 7 kW bays – 0.2 mi
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Approx. Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 7–9 am | 100 % | Commuters to London |
| Weekdays 12–2 pm | 60 % | Off-peak travellers |
| Weekdays 5–7 pm | 50 % | Return commuters |
| Saturdays 10 am–2 pm | 85 % | Leisure visitors & shoppers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 7 am on weekdays to guarantee a bay for the full day.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Gerrards Cross Platforms | On-site | Direct trains to Marylebone & beyond |
| Packhorse Road Bus Stop | 2 min | Local & regional bus connections |
| High Street Shops & Cafés | 5 min | Boutique stores, patisseries & pubs |
| Gerrards Cross Community Centre | 6 min | Public toilets & meeting rooms |
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Station Road (Council P&D) | 0.2 mi | From £1.80 up to £10.20 | 24 hrs | Cheaper hourly rates |
| Bulstrode Way (JustPark) | 0.1 mi | From £5.10/day | 24 hrs | Pre-book guaranteed space |
| On-Street (Packhorse Rd) | Adjacent | £1.80/hr (2 hr max) | 2 hrs | PayByPhone & free evenings/weekends |
⚠️ Important Notices
Barrier Closing: Entry before midnight, exit permitted until 02:30 am.
Return Restriction: No return within 1 hour after payment expiry.
Enforcement: APCOA patrols issue PCNs for non-payment, overstays and misuse of disabled bays.
📌 Expert Tips
Season Ticket Hack: If you commute regularly Mon–Fri, a weekly or monthly ticket can halve your daily cost.
Remote Top-Up: Use the APCOA app for expiry reminders and remote extensions where available.
Blue Badge Convenience: Register your badge in the app to park free in designated bays—no ticket needed.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Chiltern Railways exploring additional EV charging bays as part of station enhancements.
2026: Proposed ANPR upgrade for pay-on-exit to streamline barrier operation and reduce queues.
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