🚗 St Andrews Road Station Layby – Avonmouth Parking Guide
Free 24/7 layby parking beside St Andrews Road Station – step off the train into one of six bays, with easy bus links and local amenities on your doorstep.
🚗 Type: On‐street Layby (unmarked bays)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (no enforced charging hours)
🌟 Rating: N/A (no formal reviews; community feedback cites convenience for brief stops)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Cost: Free (no pay & display or permits required)
Restrictions: Informal use—first-come, first-served; no formal enforcement unless you obstruct the highway.
Overstay Risk: Station staff and police may issue obstruction notices if bays are fully occupied or vehicles block the public footway.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 6 unmarked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac layby adjacent to station approach |
| Lighting | Street lamps—limited illumination after dark |
| Security | No CCTV; occasional patrol by local policing |
| Height Limit | None (standard vehicle dimensions only) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Level surface from bays to platform entrance.
Drop-Off: Informal—brief stops tolerated for passenger drop-off.
Pedestrian Access: Direct footpath into station; no kerb steps.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None.
Nearest Chargers:
Avonmouth Station Car Park (0.9 mi; 6 spaces free)
Park & Charge (JustPark locations from £0.90/hr within 1 mi)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Estimate | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 07:00–09:00 | 80% | Commuter drop-offs |
| Weekdays 17:00–19:00 | 70% | Homeward travellers |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 60% | Leisure visitors |
| Evenings after 18:00 | 30% | Late-shift workers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before peak train times to secure one of the six bays; otherwise use Avonmouth station car park.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Road Station | 0 min | Direct platform access |
| Avonmouth Road Bus Stop | 2 min | Frequent buses toward Bristol City |
| Severn Beach Line Halt | 5 min | Alternative southbound rail services |
| Avonmouth Village Centre | 8 min | Pubs, shops & café |
| Kings Weston Park | 15 min | Historic house & scenic walking trails |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
ATM: Co-op Local (Avonmouth Rd, 5 min)
Pharmacy: Lloyds (Avonmouth Rd, 7 min)
Public Toilets: Avonmouth Community Centre (10 min)
Food & Drink
The Steamer Point Bistro (Station approach, 2 min)
The Avon View Café (Harbour Rd, 5 min)
Golden Curry House (Avonmouth Rd, 8 min)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avonmouth Station Car Park | 0.9 mi | Free | Unlimited | Formal bays & direct train access |
| JustPark Residential Drives | 0.5–1 mi | from £0.90/hr | Flexible | Bookable & often gated |
| Severn Beach Station Car Park | 2.3 mi | Free | Unlimited | Scenic walk along coast path |
| Shirehampton Station Laybys | 2.9 mi | Free | Unlimited | Less busy, step-free access |
| Local Streets (permit zones) | 0.2 mi | Permit only | Permit | Requires borough permit |
⚠️ Important Notices
No Official Enforcement: While free, bays are on the public highway—do not obstruct.
Weather Impact: Layby can flood during heavy rain; park centrally to avoid puddles.
No Lighting After Midnight: Exercise caution if arriving or departing in the small hours.
No Overnight Security: Vehicles left longer than 24 hrs may attract local patrol checks.
📌 Expert Tips
Blue-Badge Holders: Use the layby for level access—no formal bays but low kerb height.
Alternate Drop-Off: For quick pick-up, use the triangular turning area beside the layby.
EV Users: Book a JustPark space with charging in advance to avoid detours.
Rainy Days: Bring well-gripped footwear—path from layby to platform can become slippery.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Community proposal under review to formalise six bays with pay-by-app sensor technology.
2026: Local council considering LED street-light upgrades for improved after-dark visibility.
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