If you've visited the Trafford Centre before, you'll know that parking can feel like an absolute maze.
And it's no wonder, as the shopping centre has an incredible 19 car parks and almost 11,000 spaces, so you're spoilt for choice when it comes to parking up.
That said, it can be difficult to work out which car park to use if you're planning on visiting a specific store.
To make life easier, we've listed which car park you need to aim for if you're shopping at a particular store, so you won't find yourself having to trek up and down or aimlessly drive around roundabouts for half an afternoon in search of a convenient space.
Here are all your Trafford Centre car parking questions answered.
How many car parking spaces does the Trafford Centre have?
The Trafford centre has a total of 10,766 parking spaces including disabled, parent and child spaces and EV charging.
How many car parks does the Trafford Centre have?
The Trafford Centre has a total of 19 car parks.
Do you have to pay to park in the Trafford Centre?
No, it is free to park in the Trafford Centre's official car parks.
Are the Trafford Centre car parks open overnight?
Most of the Centre's car parks are open until 11pm, but the operating hours differ for each.
If you're planning on staying on into the evening you're advised to check the car park's opening and closing times before leaving your car.
What is the postcode for Trafford Centre parking?
The postcode to put in your satnav is M17 8AA .
Alternatively, if you put the store you want into your satnav it should direct you to the nearest car park to the shop.
Which car park should I use for all the major shops in the Trafford Centre?
Boots Trafford Centre Parking - Peel Avenue 4
John Lewis Trafford Centre Parking - Peel Avenue 5a, Peel Avenue 5
M&S Trafford Centre Parking - Peel Avenue 5a, Peel Avenue 5
M&S Christmas Shop Trafford Centre Parking - Peel Avenue 5a, Peel Avenue 5
Selfridges & Co Trafford Centre Parking - Regent 1
Next Trafford Centre Parking - Regent 3
Debenhams Trafford Centre Parking - Regent 3
The Orient (McDonald's, Five Guys, Las Iguanas, Nando's, Pizza Hut, TGI Friday's/Wagamama/Zizzi) - Orient 10
Superdrug Trafford Centre Parking - Peel Avenue 5a, Peel Avenue 5
Topshop and Topman Trafford Centre Parking - Regent 1
H&M Trafford Centre Parking - Peel Avenue 4
Build-A-Bear Workshop Trafford Centre Parking - Peel Avenue 5a, Peel Avenue 5
Victoria's Secret Trafford Centre Parking - Regent 1
Apple Trafford Centre Parking - Regent 1
While this guide outlines the most convenient car parks for Trafford Centre stores, they are all dependent on capacity and availability.
Parking in a car park nearby will not add much time to your journey and should still see you find the entrance you want with relative ease.
To make sure you're heading to the right place, you can call the Trafford Centre before making your journey on 0161 7491717.
