🚗 Wolverton Station Car Park – Complete MK13 0DY Guide
Secure long-stay parking at Wolverton Station – commuter-friendly, EV-ready, step-free.
🚗 Type: Surface Pay & Display & Season Ticket Lot (Managed by Milton Keynes Council)
🕒 Open: 24 hours daily (charges Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00; free Sundays & bank holidays)
🌟 Rating: 4.2 / 5 (commuter feedback)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Tariff (Mon–Sat):
Up to 1 h: £1.20
1–2 h: £2.20
2–4 h: £4.00
4–24 h: £6.00
Season Tickets:
Weekly: £16.00
Monthly: £55.00
Annual: £600.00
Blue Badge Holders: Free parking (badge displayed)
Payment Methods: On-site machines (cash/card), RingGo app
Enforcement: Display valid ticket or permit at all times during charging hours
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 100 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 6 bays adjacent to station entrance |
| Surface | Level tarmac with painted lines |
| Lighting | LED lamps on 6 m columns, 24/7 operation |
| Security | CCTV covering full area; periodic council patrols |
| Height Restriction | None (suitable for vans) |
| Entry/Exit | Unbarriered ANPR entry; pay-on-entry |
♿ Accessibility
Step-Free Access: Level route from bays to station platforms via ramp
Drop-Off Zone: Designated lay-by immediately outside ticket office
Accessible Facilities: Lift access to both platforms; tactile paving throughout
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: 2 × 7 kW Pod Point units (standard tariff applies)
Nearest Rapid Chargers:
Milton Keynes Central Station (4 × 50 kW, 8 min drive)
Tesco Wolverton (2 × 22 kW, 5 min walk)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 07–09 AM | 98 % | Commuters |
| Weekdays 12–2 PM | 50 % | Local shoppers |
| Saturdays 10 AM–4 PM | 70 % | Leisure visitors |
| Evenings after 6 PM | 30 % | Residents |
Pro Tip: Arrive by 07:30 on weekdays to secure a bay nearest the station entrance.
🚶 Walkability & Connections
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Wolverton Station Platforms | 2 min | Direct rail to London Euston & Northampton |
| Wolverton Town Centre | 8 min | Shops, cafés & banking |
| Milton Keynes Redway Network | 5 min | Cycling & walking routes across city |
| Wolverton Mill & Nature Reserve | 10 min | Riverside walk & wildlife spotting |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public toilets: On station platform 1
ATM: Spar convenience store (2 min walk)
Pharmacy: Rooksley Pharmacy (5 min walk)
Food & Drink
Station Café (platform): Hot drinks & snacks
The Boat Inn (6 min walk): Riverside pub fare
Milton Tandoori (4 min): Indian takeaway & dine-in
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Bradwell MSCP | 4 min | £0.80–£5.60 (max 15 h) | 15 h | Covered, CCTV, permit bays |
| Tesco Wolverton Surface Lot | 5 min | Free (2 h) | 2 h | Free short-stay with shopping tie-in |
| Wolverton Road Residential CPZ | On-street | £1.20 / h (permit zone A) | 4 h max | Cheaper hourly rate |
⚠️ Important Notices
Free Sundays & Bank Holidays: No ticket required
ANPR Enforcement: Late exits without payment incur penalty charge
Maintenance: Annual line re-paint scheduled November 2025 (temporary bay closures)
📌 Expert Tips
Season Ticket Value: Weekly permit breaks even after ~8 weekday uses
RingGo App: Top up remotely if running late for train departure
Cycle & Ride: Secure bike racks adjacent to car park for combined commuting
🔮 Future Developments
Q4 2025: Council evaluating additional EV charger installation (4 more bays)
2026: Pilot of real-time occupancy signage to display in station foyer
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