Bristol drop-off charge
Dropping off at Bristol costs £8.50 for up to 10 minutes (Drop Off & Pick Up car park).
- Penalty if unpaid: £100
- Free alternative: Waiting Zone (60 min)
Up £1.50 vs 2025 (£7 → £8.50)
The free alternative: Waiting Zone
How long will you stop?
£8.50
- Waiting Zone is free for 60 minutes.
If you don't pay
Penalty: £100. Red Route enforcement charge £100, reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days
Frequently asked questions
How much is the drop-off charge at Bristol?
£8.50 for up to 10 minutes (Drop Off & Pick Up car park)
Are Blue Badge holders exempt from the Bristol drop-off fee?
Blue Badge holders: up to 40 minutes in the Drop Off & Pick Up car park for £8.50 — scan the badge at the exit barrier
How do I avoid the Bristol drop-off fee?
Use the Waiting Zone — free for 60 minutes. Free for up to one hour while waiting, with a free shuttle bus to the terminal every 15 minutes from the adjacent car rental facility
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Sources & method
- Official Bristol drop-off page — verified 2026-06-10
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