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Save big on Oxford parking with Park&Ride.

Looking for affordable Oxford parking or wondering how to get to Oxford City Centre without the hassle? The new Park&Ride offer lets you park for just £2.50 and ride for free into the city. This special offer means you can avoid the temporary £5 Oxford congestion charge and expensive city centre parking fees, making your journey easier and much more cost-effective.

Why was the discount created?

The Oxford congestion charge is being introduced to reduce traffic and improve air quality in the city centre. To help drivers make the switch to greener travel, Oxford Bus Company, Thames Travel, and Stagecoach, together with the local councils, have teamed up to offer free bus travel from Park&Ride sites for anyone who pays for parking. This initiative supports sustainable transport, reduces congestion, and helps families save money on their trips to Oxford.

How long will the offer last?

The Park&Ride discount started on 29th October 2025 and will run until the 15th August 2026. During this period, anyone parking at Seacourt, Redbridge, Thornhill, Pear Tree, or Oxford Parkway can enjoy free bus travel into Oxford City Centre and other key destinations like John Radcliffe Hospital and Oxford Brookes University.

Who can benefit from Park&Ride?

This offer is perfect for families, commuters, and visitors to Oxford. With just one £2.50 parking ticket, two adults and up to three children can travel for free on Oxford Bus Company, Thames Travel, and Stagecoach services (excluding Airline). Simply show your parking proof when boarding at any Park&Ride site and enjoy a stress-free, affordable journey into the heart of Oxford.

Find your nearest Park&Ride site in Oxford.

Using the interactive Google map below, you can easily find your nearest Park&Ride site. To work out your perfect route, simply click on the Park&Ride site of interest (one of the bus symbols) and then click the arrow icon (pointing to the right) to get directions directly from where you are.

Real-time bus departures:

How it works:

1. Park your car at any Park&Ride site and pay just £2.50 for up to 16 hours.
2. Show your parking proof (ticket or app) to the bus driver when you board.
3. Get a free return bus ticket from the driver for you, another adult, and up to three children - valid to anywhere in Oxford City Centre and key destinations like hospitals and universities.
4. Enjoy a stress-free, affordable journey with no congestion charge and no city parking hassle.

It’s that easy - park, show proof, and ride for free!