Do I have to pay to drive in Oxford?


Do I have to pay to drive in Oxford? Yes, if your car is anything but a full electric vehicle, you will need to pay the daily charge. You will be able to do this online and can pre-emptively pay up to six days in advance. You can also pay on the day, and in the six days that follow your entry into the Oxford Low Emission Zone.


Is Oxford car free?

Yes, if your car is anything but a full electric vehicle, you will need to pay the daily charge. You will be able to do this online and can pre-emptively pay up to six days in advance. You can also pay on the day, and in the six days that follow your entry into the Oxford Low Emission Zone.


Where can I park for free in Oxford?

Free after 5pm/Overnight/Weekend Streetside Parking
  • Gorse Leas OX3 9DJ – 2.5 miles.
  • John Buchan Road OX3 9QN – 2.6 miles.
  • Meaden Hill OX3 9QJ – 2.6 miles.
  • Halliday Hill OX3 9PY – 2.6 miles.
  • Upway Road OX3 9QH – 2.7 miles.
  • Steep Rise OX3 9QG – 2.7 miles.
  • Harefields OX2 8HG – 2.8 miles.
  • Holt Weer Close OX2 8NW – 2.8 miles.


Can you walk around Oxford?

There's so much to see, and you can visit practically all of their attractions on foot. This is why walking tours are an excellent option for those coming to Oxford. Some will choose to have a guide, while others might prefer to explore the city, its University museums and sights at their own rhythm.