Travelling to Stonehenge
Please be aware that parking at Stonehenge is very limited, and we anticipate heavy traffic in the area due to the Christmas getaway. Road closures and diversions are in place. Car parking will be available on a first come, first served basis. Once the car park is full, we will close it and turn away additional vehicles. We strongly advise using public transport, taxis or car sharing.
Public Transport
It’s easy to travel to Stonehenge by public transport and every year more and more people are choosing to leave their car at home.
Salisbury Reds runs a special Winter Solstice bus service from Salisbury Train Station, via Amesbury to Stonehenge.
Nearest bus and railway stations: Salisbury (12 miles/19 kms) away.
By train: Regular services to Salisbury from London, Bristol/Bath and Southampton.
By taxi: Available at Salisbury train station.
Please note: there is a 25-30 minute walk (approximately 1½ miles or 2km) from the bus drop-off/collection point at the Stonehenge Visitor Centre to Stonehenge. This walk is across National Trust downland which is uneven: sensible footwear and a torch are advisable.
Plan your journey by train or bus
By foot
Stonehenge is a 2½ mile (4 kms) walk from nearby Amesbury. Sensible footwear and a torch are advisable.
Bicycle
Please bring a strong lock and only park your bike in the designated areas in the car park. Ask a steward at the car park entrance, or at the entrance to the monument field, for assistance. Please do not chain your bike to any of the gates – these are for use by the emergency services and any bikes causing an obstruction will be removed.
Drop off/pick up by car
If you are arriving by taxi or have arranged a lift from your accommodation, the drop-off and pick-up point is in the Stonehenge Coach car park.
Travelling by car
Parking is very limited and we highly recommend car sharing – follow this link to share your car or find out who has space in their car: https://liftshare.com/uk/community/eh
Please car share where possible.
There is a parking charge of £5 per vehicle, payable on arrival via the Pay to By Phone app. We suggest downloading the app in advance.
Please note traffic will be heavy in the area leading up to the event. Please do not be tempted to abandon your vehicle and park it either on the A303 or other neighbouring roads and public rights of way. Cars parked illegally or causing an obstruction will be towed away.
To reduce congestion, the following roads will be closed, and diversions will be in place:
• A360 Northbound from Long Barrow Roundabout to Airman’s Cross Roundabout
• B3086 Northbound from Airman’s Cross Roundabout to Bustard Junction
• London Road Eastbound from Nett Road to Bustard Junction
Drivers will be directed to parking areas according to available spaces. Please follow the signs. (see map)
Parking Policy
As you approach Stonehenge, please follow signs to the car park. We ask that you park sensibly and only where directed by a steward or police officer. This will help us make full use of the car park.
Parking Charges apply:
- £5 per car/live-in vehicle/motorhome
- £2 per motorbike
Parking charges are payable on arrival. We recommend downloading the Pay By Phone app in advance https://www.paybyphone.co.uk/
Motorbikes
Please do not chain your motorbike to any of the gates – the gates are for use by the emergency services and any motorbikes causing an obstruction will be removed.
Accessibility
Limited disabled access parking for Blue Badge holders is available on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. To access this parking, you will be asked to show your Blue Badge so, to help things move smoothly, please ensure that your badge is clearly displayed in your vehicle on arrival.