Parking in Tønsberg
Municipal parking in Tønsberg is administered by Tønsberg Parkering. The town centre has tariff zones with different prices and maximum stays. The municipality offers both resident-zone parking in Nordbyen and Fjerdingen and resident parking in the town centre. There are several parking garages, including Farmandstredet and Torvhallen.
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- Zones
- 3
- Average price
- Zone 4510: from 26 kr for the first hour
- Free parking
- No
- Apps
- EasyPark, ePARK, Aimo Park
Parking zones in Tønsberg
Overview of paid parking zones in Tønsberg, with price per hour, maximum time and validity.
| Zone | Area | Price | Max time | Validity |
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| Zone 4510 | Tønsberg town centre | All vehicles: Minimum charge 11 kr; 26 kr for the first hour, 37 kr for the second and third hours | Maximum 3 hours | Mon–Fri: See signs (central spaces normally 09:00–18:00) Sat: See signs Sun: See signs |
| Zone 4520 | Municipal spaces in and by the town centre | All vehicles: Minimum charge 9 kr; daily maximum 69 kr | See signs | Mon–Fri: See signs Sat: See signs Sun: See signs |
| Zone 4530 | Municipal spaces, including by Stjerneplassen and Zeiner | All vehicles: Minimum charge 7 kr; daily maximum 45 kr | See signs | Mon–Fri: See signs Sat: See signs Sun: See signs |
Last updated: 2026-08-21 · Source: Tønsberg municipality — Tønsberg Parkering
Resident parking
Tønsberg Parkering offers resident-zone parking in Nordbyen and Fjerdingen and resident parking in the town centre. For resident parking, you must be registered as resident in the town centre, own the vehicle and have no parking on your own land or in a garage. The permit is electronic and valid once the invoice has been registered as paid.
Price: 2,534 kr per six months
Apply for resident parking in Tønsberg →
The national framework for the scheme (resident permits, who can apply) is on the residential-zone parking page.
Car parks in Tønsberg
The largest car parks in Tønsberg, with prices and opening hours.
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Tønsberg Parking Garage
Bjarøy Gruppen (AutoPay payment)P3/P4/P5: 25 kr per commenced half-hour, 320 kr per 24 hrs. U1/U2/P1/P2: 38 kr per half-hour, 350 kr per 24 hrs. Number-plate recognition; Pay Later 59 kr.
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Farmandstredet Parking Garage
Aimo ParkBy Alti Farmandstredet. Number-plate recognition, charging points, lift, toilets and accessible facilities. Short stay: 24 kr for the first commenced 30 minutes, then 20 kr per commenced 30 minutes; 244 kr for the first 24 hours, then 240 kr per 24 hours.
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Torvhallen Parking Garage
Aimo Park38 spaces, 1 accessible space. No automatic number-plate recognition. Short stay: 38 kr for the first commenced 30 minutes, then 34 kr per commenced 30 minutes.
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Kjelleparken
OneparkNumber-plate recognition. EV charging. Check current prices.
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Statens Park
OneparkNumber-plate recognition. Check current prices.
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Anton Jenssens gate 2
APCOAAbout 200 spaces. Number-plate recognition. EV charging.
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Free parking
On-street parking in Tønsberg 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.
- Bane NOR Tønsberg station: daytime parking 98 kr per 24 hrs (for rail passengers).
- Parking-disc zones: free kerbside parking within the maximum stay (display your arrival time). A free parking disc is available from Tønsberg Parkering.
EV charging and parking
Tønsberg Parkering lists charging points in municipal zones, including zone 4530. EVs pay the normal parking charge. Farmandstredet Parking Garage has charging points.
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
Tønsberg Parkering issues disabled parking permits and has dedicated accessible spaces.
The national disabled-parking rules (what the card gives you, applying, double time) are on the disabled parking page.
Common mistakes and fines
| Offence | Amount | Type | Appeal deadline | Legal basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breach of the Parking Regulations (lower rate) | 330 kr | Other | 21 days | Parking Regulations, section 36 |
| Breach of the Parking Regulations (standard rate, e.g. non-payment or overstaying) | 660 kr | Other | 21 days | Parking Regulations, section 36 |
| Parking in an accessible bay without a valid permit (higher rate) | 990 kr | Other | 21 days | Parking Regulations, section 36 |
Apps and payment methods
- EasyPark easypark.com — Works in municipal spaces and at Tønsberg Parking Garage.
Parking authority contact
- Tønsberg Parkering
- Phone: 33 34 89 60
- Municipal parking page →
Frequently asked questions
Who manages parking in Tønsberg?
Tønsberg Parkering manages municipal parking, including resident parking, tradesperson permits and disabled-parking permits. Contact them on 33 34 89 60 or via tbgparkering.no.
Where is the cheapest parking in Tønsberg town centre?
Tønsberg Parking Garage, centrally located by Tønsberg Brygge and Farmandstredet, is among the cheaper options. Levels P3–P5 cost 25 kr per commenced half-hour and 320 kr per 24 hrs; U1–U2/P1–P2 cost 38 kr per half-hour and 350 kr per 24 hrs.
Can I use EasyPark in Tønsberg?
Yes. EasyPark works in municipal spaces and at Tønsberg Parking Garage, where you can also use AutoPay with automatic number-plate recognition.
Which parking garages are in Tønsberg?
The largest include Farmandstredet Parking Garage (Aimo Park, 740 spaces, by Alti Farmandstredet) and Torvhallen Parking Garage (Aimo Park, Stoltenbergs gate 1). Onepark operates Kjelleparken (Kjellengveien 2a) and Statens Park (Anton Jenssens gate 1), and APCOA has a facility at Anton Jenssens gate 2.
Can I charge an EV in Tønsberg?
Yes. Tønsberg Parkering has standard chargers by Zeiner, Svømmehallen, Stjerneplassen and Seeberg, but no rapid chargers. Farmandstredet Parking Garage has six charging points. EVs pay the regular parking charge.