๐ Littleport Station Car Park โ Hassle-Free Ely Parking Guide
Secure APCOA parking at Littleport Station (CB6 1JL) โ budget-friendly daily, weekly & season tickets with free Blue Badge bays.
๐ Type: Paid Public Surface Car Park
๐๏ธ Jurisdiction: APCOA (privately managed)
๐ Open: 24/7 (open all day, every day)
๐ Rating: 4.3/5 (Google user reviews)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
MondayโFriday:
Standard Daily Rate: ยฃ2.10 (expires at 04:00 next day)
Off-Peak Day Rate (from 10:00): ยฃ0.80
SaturdayโSunday:
All-Day Rate: ยฃ0.80
Long-Stay Tickets:
Weekly: ยฃ6.30
Quarterly: ยฃ62.50
Annual: ยฃ224.30
Blue Badge Holders: Free parking in any standard bay (display badge & register)
Payment Methods: APCOA Connect app, APCOA Prebook online, ScanPay QR codes, website payment
Season Tickets: Weekly, monthly, quarterly & annual passes available for unlimited access
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 125 marked bays |
| Entrance Height | 2.10 m |
| Surface | Smooth tarmac |
| Lighting | Floodlit at night |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV monitoring |
โฟ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Dedicated Blue Badge policyโpark free in any bay; no separate marked bays
Station Access: Level walkway from car park directly to Littleport Station platforms
Drop-Off Zone: Short-stay layby beside station entrance
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearby Chargers:
Ely Station NCP Car Park (4ร7 kW Pod Point) โ 1.5 mi / 4 min drive
Tesco Ely (3ร7 kW Pod Point) โ 2 mi / 5 min drive
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Typical Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings (07โ09) | ~80 % | Commuters |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~50 % | Shoppers & local visitors |
| Weekday Afternoons | ~65 % | Return-journey travellers |
| Weekends All Day | ~30 % | Leisure & rail travellers |
Pro Tip: Use the off-peak day rate from 10:00 for just ยฃ0.80 when arriving after the morning rush.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Littleport Station | On-site | Direct access to platforms |
| Littleport Village Centre | 5 min | Shops, cafรฉs & public toilets |
| Ely City Centre | 15 min | Cathedral, market & riverside strolls |
| National Cycle Route 11 | 2 min | Scenic cycle path towards Ely and beyond |
๐ Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: Inside station building
ATM: Barclays (Station Road, 3 min walk)
Pharmacy: Village Pharmacy (High Street, 5 min walk)
Food & Drink:
Station Cafรฉ โ hot drinks & sandwiches
The Crown Inn โ traditional pub fare (5 min walk)
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ely Station NCP Car Park | 1.5 mi / 4 min | ยฃ1.50/hr; ยฃ6/day | 24 h | Covered bays & CCTV |
| York Road Car Park (council) | 0.8 mi / 10 min | ยฃ1.20/hr; ยฃ5/day | 24 h | Central Ely location |
| Meadow Lane (on-street) | 0.6 mi / 8 min | ยฃ1.00/hr | โ | Cheaper short-stay option |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Overstay Enforcement: Automatic licence-plate recognition issues penalties for unpaid/over-time parking
Booking Requirement: Prebooking optional but guarantees a bay during peak weekday hours
Station Events: Expect higher demand during race days at Newmarket (trains via Ely)
๐ Expert Tips
Prebook Hack: Reserve your bay online to lock in the off-peak rate even when arriving early.
Season Ticket Savings: Commuters recoup weekly pass cost within three daysโideal for daily travellers.
Blue Badge Ease: No need to hunt for marked baysโjust display your badge and park anywhere.
๐ฎ Future Developments
2025: APCOA reviewing addition of EV chargers and enhanced lighting upgrades.
2026+: Potential integration with rail-operator apps for seamless ticket & parking bundles.
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