Surrey Parking: Best Spots Near Epsom Downs Racecourse

Epsom Downs Parking

Epsom Downs Racecourse hosts world-class racing throughout the year, and parking is one of those things that can make or break your day. Plan it well and you'll breeze in. Leave it to chance and you'll spend the best part of an hour crawling around Surrey back roads.

Here's everything you need to know about parking near Epsom Downs Racecourse.

About Epsom Downs Racecourse

Epsom Downs Racecourse sits in the heart of Surrey, around 14 miles from central London and 8 miles from Croydon. It's one of Britain's most historic and prestigious racing venues, famed for hosting the world's most celebrated Flat race, with a calendar that covers the summer Flat season as well as a number of family and community fixtures. The postcode for sat nav is KT18 5LQ.

The racecourse runs events throughout the year, with the biggest race meetings including:

• The Derby Festival — two days in late May/early June, headlined by The Derby and The Oaks, the flagship event attracting 100,000+ visitors across the weekend

• Coronation Cup Day — a prestigious Group 1 fixture held on Derby weekend 

• The Derby — one of the world's most famous Flat races, the centrepiece of the British racing calendar

• Ladies Day — a popular summer social fixture combining fashion and racing 

• Spring and Autumn Family Racedays — relaxed fixtures suitable for all ages

Each event brings different levels of crowd and traffic, with Derby Day and the Derby Festival weekend being by far the busiest.

Getting to Epsom Downs Racecourse

Epsom Downs Racecourse is well connected by road and rail from London and the wider South East. The postcode for sat nav is KT18 5LQ.

By car:

• From London: Take the A24 southbound from Tooting or the A217 from Sutton towards Epsom, then follow signs for Epsom Downs 

• From the South: Use the A24 northbound through Dorking towards Epsom 

• From the East: Take the A232 through Cheam and Ewell towards Epsom town centre, then follow signs for the Downs 

• From the West: Travel via the A243 or A3 towards Ewell, then follow signs for Epsom Downs

Traffic around Epsom town centre and the Downs can build significantly on busy racedays, particularly on Derby Day and the surrounding weekend. Arriving early — ideally before gates open — makes a big difference.

By public transport:

• Train: South Western Railway and Thameslink both serve Epsom, with direct trains from London Waterloo and London Victoria taking approximately 35–40 minutes. Epsom Downs Station, served by Southern Railway from London Bridge via Sutton, is just a short walk from the racecourse entrance and is the closest station on racedays. Epsom Town Station is around a 15-minute walk. 

• Bus: Local services run from Epsom town centre and surrounding areas to Epsom Downs on racedays. Check local timetables ahead of travel. 

• Taxi or rideshare: Pre-booking is strongly recommended due to high demand. Designated drop-off and pick-up points are available near the racecourse entrance.

Stress-Free Parking Near Epsom Downs Racecourse

Never leave parking to chance on raceday. With JustPark, you can reserve a space in advance near Epsom Downs Racecourse, choosing from private driveways and independent parking spaces in Epsom, Epsom Downs, Ewell, Ashtead, and the surrounding area — often at a fraction of the cost of official car parks.

JustPark spaces start from as little as £2/hour, with Epsom and Epsom Downs offering particularly good availability. You can compare prices, read reviews from other racegoers, and secure your booking in seconds. Add parking insurance for extra peace of mind on a busy raceday.

Advance booking gives you certainty: know your exact location, cost, and walking distance to the gates before you leave home. Pre-book your parking for the best rates and a smooth arrival.

Make the Most of Your Epsom Trip

Surrey and the surrounding area has plenty to offer beyond the racing. Epsom town centre is just a short drive from the racecourse, with a range of restaurants, cafés, and shops ideal for extending your day. The nearby North Downs offer outstanding walking and cycling, and the villages of Great Bookham and Leatherhead are both worth a visit. For a longer day out, Box Hill and Polesden Lacey are popular National Trust destinations within easy reach.

Planning to attend on multiple days? JustPark lets you book across several days at once, so you can secure the same space for the full festival weekend and avoid the hassle of rebooking each morning.

Parking FAQs for Epsom Downs Racecourse

• How early should I book parking? For Derby Day and the Derby Festival weekend, as early as possible — popular spaces go weeks in advance. For smaller racedays, a few days ahead is usually sufficient, but earlier always means more choice.

• Is there disabled parking? Yes, but it must be pre-booked and requires a valid Blue Badge. Contact Epsom Downs Racecourse directly to arrange accessible parking or a drop-off point.

• Are there EV charging points? A limited number of EV charging points are available at the racecourse, but availability isn't guaranteed on busy days. It's worth arriving with a full charge.

• Can I leave my car overnight? No. Official racecourse car parks require all vehicles to be removed at the end of each raceday.

• Are there taxi drop-off points? Yes — designated drop-off and pick-up points for taxis and private hire vehicles are available near the racecourse entrance.

Do You Live Near Epsom Downs Racecourse?

If you have a driveway or parking space in Epsom, Epsom Downs, Ewell, Ashtead, or nearby, you can earn extra income by listing it on JustPark on racedays. With fixtures throughout the year — and one of the biggest days in the British racing calendar on your doorstep — there are regular opportunities to make the most of local demand, not just during Derby Festival week.

Listing takes a few minutes and you stay in full control of when your space is available and what you charge.

Arrive at the Races With Confidence

However often you visit Epsom Downs Racecourse, parking sorted in advance means one less thing to think about on the day. Search for spaces near KT18 5LQ on JustPark, book early, and arrive knowing exactly where you're headed.