Driving in Truro can be a challenge. The city lies in a bowl, meaning all roads lead down into the congested centre. We strongly recommend using the Park & Ride services if you are visiting for the day. If you do need to drive in, aim for the car parks on the outskirts of the inner ring road rather than trying to navigate the narrow streets near the Cathedral.
Important Note: The multi-storey section of the popular Moorfield Car Park is currently closed due to structural issues, significantly reducing parking capacity in the town centre. Plan ahead and use alternatives.
Our Top Picks
Save time by heading straight to the car park that matches your plans.
- Best for Stress-Free Shopping: Truro Park & Ride. With sites at both ends of the city (Langarth and Tregurra), this is the easiest way to visit. Buses run regularly and drop you right outside the museum or Victoria Square.
- Best for Town Centre (Long Stay): Garras Wharf Car Park. The largest remaining Council car park. It is located near Tesco and offers a subway walk directly into the shopping district.
- Best for Quick Stops: Old Bridge Street Car Park. A smaller short-stay car park right next to the Cathedral. Ideal for quick errands, but it fills up fast.
Truro Park & Ride
This is the smartest option for day trippers. Tickets cover parking and the bus fare for all passengers.
Langarth Park (West)
Postcode: TR4 9AN
Best For: Visitors arriving from the A30 (Chiverton Cross), Redruth, or St Agnes. It is located at Threemilestone.
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Tregurra Park (East)
Postcode: TR1 1RH
Best For: Visitors arriving from St Austell (A390) or Newquay. It is located near the Waitrose/Great Cornish Food Store.
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Town Centre Parking
If you need to park in the city, stick to the main Council-run sites.
Garras Wharf
Postcode: TR1 2TN
Capacity: ~315 spaces
Best For: Access to Lemon Quay and Marks & Spencer. It is a surface level car park that avoids the tight turns of the multi-storeys.
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Old Bridge Street
Postcode: TR1 2AH
Capacity: ~119 spaces
Best For: The Cathedral and Boscawen Street. This is a short-stay car park (usually up to 3 hours), making it perfect for a quick lunch or appointment.
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Station & Commuter
Truro Station (APCOA)
Postcode: TR1 3HH
Capacity: ~90 spaces
Best For: Rail passengers. Truro is on the main line to London. The car park is convenient but often busy on weekdays.
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