For a day in Chester, the council's Little Roodee car park is the cheapest option at £6 for up to 12 hours, according to Cheshire West and Chester Council, and the four Park & Ride sites get you into the centre for a £2.50 adult bus fare. In the centre, the council's New Market Parking charges £3.50 for up to an hour and a flat £4 after 6pm.
Where should I park in Chester?
£6 for up to 12 hours by the river, open 24 hours. No height limit, takes motorhomes.
800 spaces on Hunter Street, 2m height limit. £3.50 for an hour, flat £4 after 6pm.
Four sites. Adult bus ticket £2.50, children £1, under 5s free.
Key takeaways
- Little Roodee is £6 for up to 12 hours and £1.50 after 6pm, the cheapest council option for a long stay.
- New Market Parking is the big central multi-storey: 800 spaces, a 2m height limit, and a flat £4 after 6pm.
- Four council Park & Ride sites serve the centre, with an adult bus fare of £2.50.
- Borough residents with a chipped Blue Badge park free for up to 4 hours at New Market Parking, according to the council.
- The council's car park web pages can lag its annual price changes, so the machine or sign shows the price on the day.
Where are the car parks in Chester?
Tap a pin for prices, the address and directions. Teal pins are council car parks and purple pins are Park & Ride sites.
Pin positions are approximate. Use the address or the directions link to find the entrance. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
How much do Chester's council car parks cost?
These are the charges on the council's own pages for each car park. The council applies them daily from 7am, with a separate price for arrivals after 6pm.
| Car park | Up to 1 hour | Up to 2 hours | Up to 4 hours | Up to 6 hours | Over 6 hours | Arrivals after 6pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Market Parking | £3.50 | £5 | £6.50 | £8.50 | £10 | £4 flat |
| Delamere Street | £4 | £5.50 | £7 | £9 | £10.50 | £3.50 |
| Little Roodee | Up to 12 hours £6 | Over 12 hours £9 | £1.50 |
A note on prices: the council's New Market page shows £3.50 for the first hour and its Delamere Street page shows £4, and a local guide reports that the council's April 2026 fees schedule lists £4.50 at both. We couldn't open that schedule to confirm it, so the table uses the council's car park pages, and the machine shows the price that applies on the day.
How much is on-street parking in Chester?
The council runs pay and display bays on streets around the centre, including Brook Street, City Road and Foregate Street. Its published on-street prices are older than its car park pages, so this guide doesn't repeat them. The sign at the bay shows the current price and hours.
Is there a Park & Ride in Chester?
Yes, four council sites: Upton, Sealand Road, Boughton Heath and Wrexham Road, listed by Visit Cheshire. The council set the current fares from 12 November 2023, the first rise in ten years: a standard adult ticket £2.50, £1 for 5 to 18 year olds, and under 5s free, with group tickets for up to five people and a six-day ticket for the price of five. The council's buses have USB charging and free wifi. At Christmas 2022 the council ran late-night Park & Ride services through the market period, up to 9pm in Christmas week.
Which car parks fit a tall vehicle, and what are the hours?
| Car park | Address | Spaces | Max height | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Market Parking | Hunter Street, CH1 2AR | 800 | 2m | 6.30am to 1.30am, every day |
| Delamere Street | Delamere Street, CH1 3EQ | 351 | Not listed by the council | 6.30am to 11.30pm, every day |
| Little Roodee | Grosvenor Road, CH1 1SL | Not listed by the council | None. Coach and motorhome bays | 24 hours |
Little Roodee charges coaches, motorhomes and oversize vehicles £6.50 for up to 3 hours, £9 for up to 6 and £11 for over 6 hours, with £5 for arrivals after 6pm, according to the council.
Where can Blue Badge holders park in Chester?
Frodsham Street car park (CH1 3JJ, 63 spaces) is reserved for Blue Badge and permit holders from 8am to 6pm, with a 4-hour maximum for Blue Badge holders, and charges a flat £1.50 overnight from 6pm to 8am. The council states that Cheshire West and Chester residents with a chipped Blue Badge can park at New Market Parking for up to four hours without charge.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest car park in Chester?
For a full day, Little Roodee. Cheshire West and Chester Council lists it at £6 for up to 12 hours. For an evening, Little Roodee is £1.50 after 6pm and New Market Parking is a flat £4.
How much is New Market Parking in Chester?
The council lists £3.50 for up to an hour, £5 for 1 to 2 hours, £6.50 for 2 to 4, £8.50 for 4 to 6 and £10 for over 6 hours, with a flat £4 after 6pm.
Is there a Park & Ride in Chester?
Yes, four council sites: Upton, Sealand Road, Boughton Heath and Wrexham Road. The council lists an adult bus ticket at £2.50, £1 for 5 to 18s and free for under 5s.
Where can Blue Badge holders park in Chester?
Frodsham Street car park is reserved for Blue Badge and permit holders in the daytime, with a 4-hour maximum. The council states that borough residents with a chipped Blue Badge park free for up to 4 hours at New Market Parking.
Is there a height limit at New Market Parking?
Yes, 2 metres, according to the council. Little Roodee has no height limit and takes coaches and motorhomes.
Does Chester have late Park & Ride buses at Christmas?
In 2022 the council ran late services through the Christmas market period, up to 9pm in Christmas week. Check the council's page for the 2026 timetable.
Related guides
Sources
- Cheshire West and Chester Council: New Market Parking
- Cheshire West and Chester Council: Delamere Street car park
- Cheshire West and Chester Council: Little Roodee car park
- Cheshire West and Chester Council: New fare options on Chester's Park & Ride services
- Cheshire West and Chester Council: New Market Parking now open within Chester Northgate
- Cheshire West and Chester Council: Range of travel and parking options for Chester this Christmas
- Visit Cheshire: Car parks in Chester
- Visit Cheshire: Frodsham Street car park
Prices are taken from Cheshire West and Chester Council and Visit Cheshire on the date shown above, and can change. Check the machine or sign before you pay.