Exeter Car Parks & Parking

If you're driving to Exeter, it's worth planning where you'll park before you travel. From city-centre car parks to Park & Ride services on the outskirts of the city, there are several options depending on where you're heading and how long you plan to stay.

Parking in and around Exeter city centre is limited, with many streets having restrictions, resident parking areas or short-stay parking. If you're visiting Exeter for shopping, work, an appointment or a day out, using a car park or Park & Ride can be a convenient alternative to searching for a space on the street.

Parking in Exeter City Centre

There are a number of short-stay and long-stay car parks in Exeter city centre, providing parking for visitors, shoppers and people working in the city.

Parking is available through a mixture of council-operated and private car parks in and around Exeter city centre, with several options providing convenient access to the city's shops, attractions and businesses.

The Guildhall and Princesshay areas both have nearby parking facilities, while other city-centre car parks provide options for visitors looking for short-stay or longer-stay parking.

If you're planning to stay in Exeter for several hours or for the whole day, a designated car park can be a more practical option than relying on street parking.

Parking charges, restrictions and opening arrangements can vary between car parks, so it's advisable to check the latest information for your chosen car park before travelling.

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Exeter Park & Ride

Exeter Park & Ride provides an alternative way to travel into the city without taking your car into the centre.

Park & Ride sites are located on the outskirts of Exeter, allowing visitors, shoppers and commuters to leave their cars outside the city centre and continue their journey by bus.

The three main Park & Ride sites serving Exeter city centre are:


Park & Ride can be particularly useful if you're visiting Exeter for the day or would prefer to avoid city-centre traffic and parking.

For the latest information about routes, fares, operating times and availability, check the current official Park & Ride information before travelling.

Exeter Park & Ride – current information, locations and services
  Devon.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/parking/park-and-ride/
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Exeter Park & Ride Areas

Sowton Park & Ride

For travel to Exeter city centre

Sowton Park & Ride is located just off the M5 at Junction 30 and provides a convenient option for travelling into Exeter city centre.

Honiton Road Park & Ride

For travel to Exeter city centre

Honiton Road Park & Ride is located just off the M5 at Junction 29 and provides another option for leaving your car outside the city centre before continuing your journey by bus.

Matford Park & Ride

For travel to Exeter city centre

Matford Park & Ride is located off the A379, providing another Park & Ride option for travelling into the centre of Exeter.

Digby Park & Ride

Digby should not be confused with the public Exeter Park & Ride sites. The Digby site is associated with NHS staff parking for the hospital and is not a general public Park & Ride car park.

If you're travelling to Exeter by car as a member of the public, the main Park & Ride options for travelling into the city centre are Sowton, Honiton Road and Matford.


Always check the latest official travel information before setting off, as services and parking arrangements can change.

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Finding a Car Park in Exeter

If you need to park in Exeter for the day, one of the city's designated car parks may be easier than trying to find street parking.

Street parking in and around Exeter city centre is limited, with many spaces subject to restrictions, resident permits or short-stay limits. For longer visits, a city-centre car park or Park & Ride service may be a more suitable choice.

Before travelling, check the latest information for the car park or Park & Ride service you intend to use, particularly if your visit depends on specific parking restrictions, charges or operating arrangements.

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Exeter Parking & Transport Information

If you're planning a journey to Exeter, the following on site information may also be useful:

Exeter Public Transport

Getting around Exeter will be easier once you know what's available from its travel services!

Exeter Public Transport

Travelling to Exeter

You can get to Exeter by Car, Train, Bus or Plane!

Travelling to Exeter

Maps and Locations

Need a map or some help to find a location in Exeter - maybe a train station or a sports stadium!

Maps and Locations

Travel & Transport Operators / Service Information

More information for the rail, bus and coach operators in Exeter.

Travel & Transport Operators

Exeter Transport Directory

A local resource for Transport in Exeter, useful for both residents and visitors.

Exeter Transport Directory

For current information about parking, Park & Ride services, public transport, routes and fares, always check the relevant official transport information before travelling.

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Planning a Visit to Exeter?

Whether you're coming to Exeter for shopping, work, an appointment or a day out, planning your parking in advance can make your journey easier.

You can choose between Exeter city centre car parks and the Park & Ride services around the city, depending on your destination and how long you plan to stay.