About Oakwood Parking
Oakwood Parking is an independent park and ride just off the A38, about half a mile from Bristol Airport. It is the cheapest product we bring you at Bristol, and its on-demand shuttle takes about two minutes.
Oakwood Parking is an independent car park at Lulsgate, about half a mile from Bristol Airport, just off the A38. You check in at reception, leave your keys and take the free minibus to the terminal. The operator describes the ride as about two minutes.
The shuttle runs on demand rather than to a timetable. On your return, you call once you have your bags, and the operator says the bus arrives in two to three minutes.
Your car may be moved to an overflow compound up to four miles away, which is why the keys stay at reception. The main compound holds around 300 vehicles, in an open-air rural setting. A sister business offers bed and breakfast next door for travellers with an early flight.
Location and getting there
Bristol Airport sits on the A38 at Lulsgate, south of the city. Oakwood Parking sits beside the A38 at Lulsgate, close to the airport perimeter. Use the postcode BS40 9XA.
Allow time to check in at reception. The shuttle itself takes about two minutes, so the total transfer is shorter than from Silver Zone.
The main road to the airport from Bristol and the south.
Use the one in your confirmation, which may differ from the terminal's.
The A38 is busy at peak hours.
- Oakwood Parking
Oakwood House, Bridgewater Road, Lulsgate, Bristol BS40 9XA - Bristol Airport (BRS)
Bristol Airport, Lulsgate, Bristol BS48 3DY
What's included at Oakwood Parking
Here is what Oakwood Parking includes.
Security at Oakwood Parking
The operator describes perimeter fencing and 24-hour patrols. We have not independently verified these measures or any accreditation, so we report the operator's description.
- Perimeter Fencing (Operator's Description)
- 24-Hour Patrols (Operator's Description)
- Staffed Reception Holding Keys
Staying the night before
Oakwood's owners run a bed and breakfast next to the car park, which suits travellers with a very early flight. Staying next door means you can park, sleep and take the two-minute shuttle in the morning without a long drive before dawn. Ask the operator about availability, as it is booked separately from your parking.
Before you travel
A few minutes of preparation makes the day smoother at Oakwood Parking. At Oakwood, drop any bulky sports kit at the terminal first, because space on the minibus is limited.
Show it at reception when you check in.
Remove house keys and key rings before handing it over.
Your car may be moved after check-in.
Build the reception stop into your timings.
Check your number plate on the booking matches your car, and allow extra time on the A38 at busy times. Cancellation cover runs up to 72 hours before your arrival time on bookings made with us, so check your dates before that window closes.
Rules to know before booking
Vans, campervans and vehicles over 3.5 tonnes are not accepted.
Book at least a day ahead.
4pm Christmas Eve to 4am Boxing Day.
Drop skis, golf clubs, surfboards or bikes at the terminal first.
Your car may be moved to an overflow compound.
The furthest your car may be moved.
Oakwood against Silver Zone
Both take your keys and both may move your car after check-in. Oakwood has the shorter transfer and the lower price. Silver Zone is run by the airport and has far more space.
| Oakwood Parking | Silver Zone | |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer | On-demand, about 2 min | Every 15 min, 7–9 min ride |
| Keys | Left at reception | Handed in at reception |
| Price | Lower | Cheapest official |
| Operator | Independent | Bristol Airport |
Arriving at Oakwood Parking
Follow the directions in your booking confirmation to reach Oakwood Parking. The steps below show how the day works.
- Drive to BS40 9XA, beside the A38 at Lulsgate.
- Go to reception, show your booking and leave your keys.
- Take the free on-demand shuttle to the terminal, about two minutes.
Collecting your car on return
Keep your booking confirmation on your phone for the trip home. Coming back takes a few simple steps.
- Collect your bags and clear passport control.
- Call Oakwood Parking, using the number in your confirmation.
- Take the shuttle back, which the operator says arrives in two to three minutes, and collect your keys.
Good to know before you book
Check these points about Oakwood Parking before you book.
Oakwood does not accept vans, campervans or vehicles over 3.5 tonnes, and it cannot take same-day bookings. Space on the minibus is limited, so drop bulky sports kit at the terminal before parking.
Cancellation cover runs up to 72 hours before your arrival time on bookings made with us.
Our code is already in the search form above. Check it shows at checkout before you pay.
Oakwood Parking price
Oakwood is the cheapest product we bring you at Bristol on our sample dates, and it is usually a little cheaper than Silver Zone too.
| Car park | Standard, 8 days | With our code | Per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Parking | £87.99 | £61.59 | £7.70 |
*Sample 8-day prices for 7–14 November 2026. Search above for live rates on your dates.
Compare live Oakwood Parking prices with our code already applied. Search your dates above and reserve in seconds. Our code is already in the search form, and cancellation cover runs up to 72 hours before arrival on bookings made with us.
Get Quote NowOakwood Parking FAQs
Yes, among the car parks we compare, on our sample dates.
About two minutes. It runs on demand, 24 hours a day, apart from the Christmas closure.
Yes. You leave them at reception, because your car may be moved to an overflow compound up to four miles away.
No. It does not accept vans, campervans or vehicles over 3.5 tonnes.
It closes from 4pm on Christmas Eve to 4am on Boxing Day.
More Bristol Airport parking options
Compare the other car parks we bring you at Bristol Airport below, with prices for the same sample dates.
Compare every option on our Bristol Airport parking page. For the official budget car park, see Official Silver Zone. To skip the bus, see Forge Meet & Greet.
| Operator | Car park | Type | Transfer | 8-day price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Forge Meet & Greet Independent · Off-airport storage |
Meet & Greet | Handover at Drop Off & Pick Up | £65.10 £8.14/day |
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A4 Parking Meet & Greet Independent · Off-airport storage |
Meet & Greet | Handover at Drop Off & Pick Up | £72.09 £9.01/day |
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Official Silver Zone On-Airport · Official |
Park & Ride | Free bus every 15 min, 7–9 min | £83.65 £10.46/day |
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Official Mid Stay On-Airport · Official |
Park & Walk | Walk 8–12 min | £90.96 £11.37/day |
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Official Multi-Storey On-Airport · Official |
Park & Walk | Short walk, covered | £158.20 £19.77/day |
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Official Meet & Greet On-Airport · Official |
Meet & Greet | Handover at the Interchange | £167.65 £20.96/day |
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Official Premium Meet & Greet On-Airport · Official |
Meet & Greet | Handover at the Interchange | £172.19 £21.52/day |
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Official Short Stay On-Airport · Official |
Park & Walk | Short walk | £172.90 £21.61/day |
*Sample 8-day prices with our code, for 7–14 November 2026. Prices are subject to availability; search your dates above for live rates.