Parking in Sandnes
Sandnes has paid parking in the town centre, with progressive hourly rates that increase after the first and second hour. Sandnes Parkeringsdrift AS operates several central parking garages, including Bystasjonen, Nygaardshagen, Byhagen and Hana Sanz. Private alternatives include Ovalen, Vågsgate 13, Thon Senter Sandnes and Maxi Sandnes. Electric and hydrogen vehicles pay half price in public municipal parking.
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- Zones
- 1
- Average price
- 20–37 kr/hour
- Free parking
- Yes, in places
- Apps
- EasyPark
Parking zones in Sandnes
Overview of paid parking zones in Sandnes, with price per hour, maximum time and validity.
| Zone | Area | Price | Max time | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town centre | Municipal paid parking in Sandnes town centre with progressive hourly rates. | Petrol/diesel: 20 kr/hour (First hour) Petrol/diesel: 26 kr/hour (Second hour) Petrol/diesel: 37 kr/hour (From the third hour) EV: 10 kr/hour (First hour (half price)) EV: 13 kr/hour (Second hour (half price)) EV: 18.50 kr/hour (From the third hour (half price)) Hydrogen: Half price (Same discount as electric vehicles) |
– | Paid-parking hours may vary between locations – check the signs on site. |
Last updated: 2026-08-21 · Source: Sandnes municipality – Parking prices
Resident parking
Information on resident parking in Sandnes is being added.
The national framework for the scheme (resident permits, who can apply) is on the residential-zone parking page.
Car parks in Sandnes
The largest car parks in Sandnes, with prices and opening hours.
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Bystasjonen Parking Garage
Sandnes Parkeringsdrift AS25 kr/hour 180 kr per 24 hrs 350 spacesNight rate: 60 kr, 21:00–06:00. EasyPark must be confirmed before exit (rate group 846); payment can also be made within 48 hours.
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Nygaardshagen Parking Garage
Sandnes Parkeringsdrift AS25 kr/hour 180 kr per 24 hrs 82 spacesNight rate: 60 kr, 21:00–06:00. EasyPark must be confirmed before exit (rate group 849); payment can also be made within 48 hours.
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Thon Senter Sandnes
Timepark2 hours free on level 4 450 spacesThe shopping centre's parking facility has around 450 spaces in total, of which approximately 350 are in the parking garage. Automatic number-plate recognition; pay if you stay beyond the free period.
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Ovalen Parking Garage
Aimo Park26 kr for the first 30 minutes, then 22 kr/30 minutes 224 kr for the first 24 hrs 103 spacesThen 220 kr per day. After closing hours, enter the registration number on the screen by the door to retrieve your vehicle. Automatic number-plate recognition.
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Byhagen Parking Garage
Sandnes Parkeringsdrift AS1 hour free, then 25 kr/hourMaximum parking time is 3 hours. All parking must be registered at the pay station or in EasyPark (rate group 837) before leaving the vehicle.
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Hana Sanz
Sandnes Parkeringsdrift AS2 hours free, then 25 kr/hour 184 spacesParking is charged around the clock after the free period. Entrance from Hanaveien or Skippergata; EasyPark rate group 836. Approximately a 10–15-minute walk from Ruten.
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Vågsgate 13 / Julie Eges gate
APCOA80 spacesCentral facility with both short-stay and contract parking. APCOA's public overview does not show the current short-stay rate; check prices and terms on site.
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Maxi Sandnes
Onepark1 hour free, then 30 kr/30 minutes Maximum 500 kr per 24 hrs 360 spacesCustomer-club members receive one extra free hour in the regular zone. The express zone has 1 hour free, then 40 kr per half-hour. Number-plate recognition.
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Uteparkering og større parkeringsplasser i Sandnes
Dette er navngitte parkeringsanlegg utenfor gateparkeringen. Vanlige enkeltplasser langs gatene inngår fortsatt i sone- og skiltreglene ovenfor.
| Parkeringsplass | Område | Pris | Avgiftstid | Betaling |
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| Elveparken Sandnes Number-plate recognition. A monthly parking contract is available from Onepark. |
Holbergs gate 15 | 25 kr/hour · maximum 480 kr per 24 hours | Open 24 hours | Autopay, card or mobile |
| Havneområdet 2 Outdoor parking close to the town centre, with both short-stay and 30-day parking. |
North of the town hall and cultural centre | 25 kr/hour · 999 kr for 30 days | Parking is charged 24 hours a day | EasyPark, rate group 4278 |
| Elvegata 25 Entrance from Elvegata. |
By Sandnes Library | 25 kr/hour | Parking is charged daily 09:00–01:00 | Pay station or EasyPark, rate group 833 |
| Vågsgata 4 Entrance from Vågsgata and Gjesdalsveien. |
By Bystasjonen | 25 kr/hour | Parking is charged 24 hours a day | Pay station or EasyPark, rate group 4272 |
| Oalsgata 30 Offers both paid parking and subscription parking. |
At the Oalsgata/Postveien junction | 25 kr/hour | Parking is charged 24 hours a day | Pay station or EasyPark, rate group 835 |
Prisene ble kontrollert 2026-08-21. Skiltingen på stedet gjelder hvis operatøren har endret pris eller vilkår.
Free parking
On-street parking in Sandnes is normally free in the evening, at night and on Sundays and public holidays — but the charging hours are set by the municipality and shown on the sign, so always check the signs. Car parks and garages usually charge around the clock. The most reliable free options are park-and-ride sites and time-limited parking-disc spaces.
- Thon Senter Sandnes (Vågsgaten 33): 2 hours of free parking on level 4 — if you stay longer, pay through the app, at the pay station or at timepark.no.
- Maxi Sandnes: 1 hour free for everyone in the regular zone — 2 hours if you are a member of the Maxi customer-club app (free to join) and have registered the vehicle's registration number in the app BEFORE the first entry. The express zone (by Europris/Helgø Meny) provides 1 hour regardless. Sundays: 2 hours free for everyone in all zones. After the free period: 30 kr per started half-hour (Autopay), maximum 500 kr per 24 hrs.
- Maxi Sandnes also has free motorcycle parking in a designated, signed area at the back of the shopping centre — enter from the rear, without passing the cameras.
EV charging and parking
Electric and hydrogen vehicles pay half price in public municipal parking. The municipality has 18 charging spaces: Storgata/Kirkegata (2), Langgata/St. Olavs gate (4), Oalsgata/Eidsvollgata by Vitenfabrikken (4), and Rådhusgata (8). Charging is paid for in EasyPark, has a maximum capacity of 32 A and a maximum parking time of 3 hours; the parking charge is additional.
Electric and hydrogen cars now normally pay the ordinary charge on municipal parking. There is no national free-or-discount rule — each municipality decides for itself whether to grant an exemption (Parking Regulations § 34), and more and more charge the full price. Check locally.
The national EV rules (charging bay vs. parking space, cross-parking, why the price varies) are on the EV parking page.
Disabled parking
People with reduced mobility who hold a valid disabled parking permit may use designated disabled parking spaces. Local rules and maps had not been verified as of 20 May 2026 – contact Sandnes Parkeringsdrift AS for current information.
The national disabled-parking rules (what the card gives you, applying, double time) are on the disabled parking page.
Motorhome parking
Allowed: Sandnes municipality has a dedicated motorhome parking area by the waterfront promenade in the town centre, with 10 spaces. Price: 280 kr per 24 hrs. Toilet disposal is available at Circle K Lura.
Relevant locations:
- Sandnes town-centre motorhome parking – by the waterfront promenade
Payment via pay station or EasyPark.
Common mistakes and fines
| Offence | Amount | Type | Appeal deadline | Legal basis |
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| Failure to obtain a ticket in free parking, or parking in a reserved space (not a disabled parking space) | 330 kr | Other | 21 days | Parking Regulations, section 36 |
| Failure to pay for parking, parking longer than permitted, outside marked bays or in a reserved space (not a disabled parking space) | 660 kr | Other | 21 days | Parking Regulations, section 36 |
| Parking in a disabled parking space without a valid disabled parking permit | 990 kr | Other | 21 days | Parking Regulations, section 36 |
| Illegal parking contrary to the Road Traffic Act, traffic rules or traffic-sign regulations | 900 kr | Other | 21 days | Road Traffic Act, section 31a |
Apps and payment methods
- EasyPark easypark.com tlf. 23 30 88 80 — At Nygaardshagen and Bystasjonen, EasyPark does not start automatically – enable camera parking and confirm the correct rate group before leaving. Private facilities may use other apps and terms.
Parking authority contact
- Sandnes municipality, Parking
- Phone: 51 33 60 60
- Duty phone: 917 87 487
- Email: parkhus@sandnesparkering.no
- Opening hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–14:00
- Address: Elvegata 25, 4306 Sandnes
- Municipal parking page →
Frequently asked questions
How much does parking in Sandnes town centre cost?
The first hour costs 20 kr, the second hour 26 kr, and from the third hour 37 kr per hour. Electric and hydrogen vehicles pay half price.
Which app can I use to pay for parking in Sandnes?
EasyPark works in municipal parking spaces in Sandnes. At Nygaardshagen and Bystasjonen, you must enable camera parking and confirm the correct rate group before exit. Private parking garages may use Aimo Park, Autopay or other solutions.
What is the parking fine in Sandnes?
A control charge (for example, for failing to obtain a ticket) is 330 kr. A parking fine for violating the Road Traffic Act is 900 kr. If you do not pay within three weeks, the fine increases by 50 percent.
Do electric vehicles park for free in Sandnes?
No. Electric and hydrogen vehicles must pay the parking charge, but pay half price in all public municipal parking.
Where can I park a motorhome in Sandnes?
Sandnes municipality has a dedicated motorhome parking area with 10 spaces by the waterfront promenade in the town centre. The price is 280 kr per day, payable at the pay station or through EasyPark.
Is there free parking in Sandnes town centre?
Yes. Thon Senter Sandnes has 2 hours free on level 4, Byhagen has the first hour free, Hana Sanz has 2 hours free, and Maxi Sandnes has 1 hour free in the regular zone. Terms and registration requirements vary.
Does Maxi Sandnes offer free parking?
Yes — 1 hour free for everyone, and 2 hours for Maxi customer-club members (free membership through the app). The vehicle must be registered in the app before the first entry for the extra hour to apply. On Sundays, everyone gets 2 hours free, and motorcycles park free in the designated area at the back of the shopping centre.