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Parking in Lincoln

If you’re planning to drive into the city, you will find plenty of great parking in Lincoln. Whether you want to be within easy access to the Cathedral Quarter, the University of Lincoln or the High Street, there are plenty of car parks to choose from.

Motorcycle, motorhome and coach parking is also available across the city.

For full details on where to park in Lincoln, including information about pricing, visit the National Car Parks website or the City of Lincoln Council website.

Park & Ride

Save the hassle of finding a parking space by using Lincoln Park & Ride. Park for free at Waitrose on Searby Road and you can travel into the city centre by bus. This service runs Monday - Saturday, with buses every 15 minutes.

Stagecoach Park and Ride Bus outside of Lincoln Cathedral

Electric Charging Points

Electric vehicles (EVs) help to reduce emissions and improve air quality in the city centre. If you have an electric car or van, you will find charging points at a number of car parks in Lincoln. If you need to make a quick getaway, there are also several fast charge points available.
For the full network of EV charge points in Lincoln and Lincolnshire, visit Zap Map.

Accessible Parking in Lincoln

Most car parks in Lincoln have accessible parking spaces. There are also several on-street zones for Blue Badge holders. When parking on the street, be sure to check the signage for any restrictions and have your Blue Badge clearly displayed.

All City Council car parks offer a discount rate for Blue Badge holders. For every hour of parking you buy, you will get one hour for free – giving you more time in the city and removing the need to rush.

For information on accessible parking in Lincoln, visit the City of Lincoln Council website.

Motorhome Parking

The Lawn car park in Lincoln (LN1 3BU) offers motorhome parking. There are also parking bays that back onto the grass for longer vehicles to reverse into. Please note that whilst motorhomes may park, overnight sleeping in your vehicle is not permitted. Pay and Display charges apply as normal.

Coach Parking

Lincoln is a coach-friendly city that welcomes groups. Coach parking is available at:
PC Coaches Depot: 17 Crofton Road, LN3 4NL
01522 533605 or email enquiries@pccoaches.co.uk
Stagecoach Depot, Great Northern Terrace, LN5 8HJ
01522 535 900

For more information on parking for coaches , visit the City of Lincoln Council website.

Parking apps

Use a parking app and you can pay for your parking before you arrive, and top up your time while you’re here.
Almost all Lincoln's car parks offer the option to pay online using one of the following apps:
• PayByPhone
• RingGo
• Parkonomy

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