As London continues to evolve into a cleaner and greener city, motorists, especially Electric Vehicle owners are rethinking how they access Central London.
As London continues to evolve into a cleaner and greener city, motorists, especially Electric Vehicle owners are rethinking how they access Central London. With Electric Vehicles now required to pay the Congestion Charge from 2026, parking just outside the Zone has never been more valuable. Fortunately, Q‑Park Park Lane and Q‑Park Marble Arch offer the perfect solution: premium parking locations on the edge of the Congestion Zone, complete with extensive EV charging and unbeatable convenience.
Whether you're a commuter or a visitor who wants the smartest, stress‑free way into Central London, Q‑Park has you covered. Here’s why these two flagship locations are the best places to Park + Charge in the capital.
Stay outside the Congestion Zone, stay ahead of the costs
With the Congestion Charge applying daily and EVs now included in the paying category, Q‑Park's locations just outside the boundary offer an immediate cost advantage. Q‑Park Park Lane and Q‑Park Marble Arch are both located right on the edge of the Congestion Zone and the ULEZ, giving motorists the chance to avoid charges while still being moments from the heart of the city.
The nearby Marble Arch Underground Station makes onward travel a breeze, and with Tube entrances positioned less than 100 metres away, Q‑Park customers get fast, affordable access to Central London without paying fees. It is also only a short walk to access Oxford Street itself for those wanting to head out on foot.
Q‑Park Park Lane: the Flagship Mobility Hub for Electric Vehicles
Q‑Park Park Lane isn’t just a car park, it is a fully developed Mobility Hub, designed to shape the future of travel in cities. Situated beneath Hyde Park and right on the edge of the Congestion Zone, it gives motorists the perfect place to park, charge, and continue their journey with ease.
This Mobility Hub offers 31 EV Charging Points providing convenience with a simple tap of a contactless bank card. No subscriptions, no complications, just accessible, reliable charging whenever you need it.
Beyond charging, the Park Lane Mobility Hub brings together a suite of forward‑thinking services: car hire, car sharing, pick up lockers and last‑mile logistics solutions that support greener transport across London. Q‑Park’s integrated approach reflects its commitment to sustainable urban mobility and evolving cityscapes.
Q‑Park Marble Arch: Exceptional Capacity and Convenience
Just a short distance away, Q‑Park Marble Arch offers another premium option for and visitors to Central London. Also located outside the Congestion Zone and directly beneath Hyde Park, Marble Arch is one of the largest parking facilities in the area also with numerous EV Charging Points ready for use.
Whether you’re visiting Oxford Street, exploring Hyde Park, or attending major events like Winter Wonderland or the British Summer Time concerts, Q‑Park Marble Arch offers proximity and practicality few others can match.
The EV experience mirrors Park Lane: Charging Points with simple pay‑as‑you‑go contactless usage, offering reliable top‑ups for motorists who want convenience without barriers or sign‑ups.
Why Electric Vehicles choose Q‑Park
1. Save Money, Stay Central
Parking outside the Congestion Zone lets EV owners avoid unnecessary charges while still accessing Central London quickly and easily. With both sites ideally positioned just outside the boundary, the savings add up fast.
2. Charge While You Park
Combined, Park Lane and Marble Arch offer over 60 EV charging points, providing customers more availability, less waiting time, and a reliable experience.
3. Modern Parking Facilities Built Around Convenience
From advanced Mobility Hub services at Park Lane to the high capacity and friendly layout at Marble Arch, both sites prioritise customer comfort and seamless onward travel.
4. Perfect for Commuting, Shopping or Days Out
With Hyde Park, Oxford Street, and major attractions just steps away, Q‑Park’s location advantage is unbeatable.
Q‑Park: Leading the future of Urban Mobility
At a time when cities are becoming more regulated and sustainability‑driven, Q‑Park stands out as a mobility partner committed not only to convenience but to innovation. From supporting EV adoption through abundant charging to integrating fleet and logistics services that reduce pollution in Central London, Q‑Park Park Lane and Marble Arch offer far more than a space to park, they offer a smarter way to access the city.
Make your next trip to London smarter with Q‑Park
Whether you’re a commuter or a visitor seeking comfort and efficiency, Q‑Park Park Lane and Q‑Park Marble Arch give you everything you need: EV charging, congestion‑free access, excellent facilities, and unbeatable locations. Park + Charge smarter with Q-Park! Click here to book parking.
About Q-Park
Q-Park is a leading off-street parking infrastructure owner and operator with well-managed commercial parking facilities across seven western European countries. We operate off-street parking spaces we own, have under concession or with long-term lease contracts from public and private landlords. We focus on off-street purpose-built parking facilities at strategic locations. We operate more than 5,300 parking facilities comprising over 1 million parking spaces in the Netherlands, Germany, France, Belgium, United Kingdom, Ireland and Denmark. Based on publicly available industry data for our competitors, we estimate that we are a top three player, based on the estimated off-street revenues, in all the countries in which we operate. Q-Park also has numerous mobility hubs which provide access to a variety of mobility solutions. We house and support a range of activities from last mile logistics, electric vehicle charging, micromobility and car sharing services which help support urban accessibility, sustainability and liveability.
