Parking in Waterloo Station

South Bank — limited on-street parking

Waterloo is one of the UK's busiest rail stations and sits in the London Borough of Lambeth on the South Bank. The surrounding area has very limited on-street parking. The South Bank pedestrianisation means the nearest car parks are a 5–10 minute walk away.

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Waterloo Station parking at a glance

Governing borough

London Borough of Lambeth

PCN penalty charge

£130 (£65 if paid within 14 days)

Car parks

Upper Ground (NCP), Cornwall Road (NCP)

IMAX & BFI visitors

Cornwall Road NCP is closest

Parking tips for Waterloo Station

Cornwall Road NCP for cultural visits

The NCP on Cornwall Road is the best option for BFI, National Theatre, and Royal Festival Hall visits — a 3-minute walk to the South Bank.

Eurostar drop-offs

The International terminal requires use of the paid drop-off zone on Mepham Street. Do not stop on Waterloo Road — it is a red route.

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