Thorpe Park

Thorpe Park – 2026 Opening Hours (subject to seasonal changes)

• Off Peak: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (weekdays) or 6:00 PM (weekends & school holidays)
• Peak: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (weekdays) or 7:00 PM (weekends & school holidays)
• Fright Nights (October): 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM (select dates, scare mazes from 6:00 PM)
• Closed: November – March, and some midweek days in April, May, September and October

⭐ Top tip: Arrive by 9:30 AM to secure priority parking and be at the gates for opening – head straight to coasters like Hyperia first!

Online Saver Tickets (book at least 7 days in advance):

• 1 Day Ticket: £32 (gate price £66)
• Children under 90cm in height: Free entry
• Carer: Disabled guests pay the standard rate for a ticket and will be provided with one free Essential Companion ticket.

🎫 Annual Passes:

• Thorpe Park Annual Pass: £64 – unlimited entry to Thorpe Park
• Merlin Annual Pass (Essential): £139 – also includes Alton Towers, Chessington and LEGOLAND
• Merlin Annual Pass (Gold): £239 – also includes Alton Towers, Chessington and LEGOLAND
• Merlin Annual Pass (Platinum): £299 – also includes Alton Towers, Chessington and LEGOLAND

⚡ Fastrack Upgrades: Single ride Fastrack from £6. Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum Fastrack options from £9 – £205 per day

Address: Thorpe Park, Staines Road, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 8PN, United Kingdom

By Car: From M25 Junction 11, follow A320 towards Chertsey. £12 on-site parking for ticket holders (pre-book premium parking available – £20, closer to entrance).

By Train: Nearest station: Staines-upon-Thames (2.5 miles). Shuttle bus service (950 Thorpe Park Express) runs from Staines station to the park on operational days (approx £4 return). Alternatively, Chertsey station is 1.5 miles away but less frequent service.

By Bus: First Bus route 446 from Chertsey, Staines, Woking, Heathrow Terminal 4 (Elizabeth line), and Hatton Cross Underground (Piccadilly line) stop directly at Thorpe Park main entrance.

📍 Sat Nav: Use postcode KT16 8PN. For accessible parking, follow blue badge signs to the designated area near Guest Services.

Make your Thorpe Park visit unforgettable with these insider tips:

• 🎢 Ride order strategy: Hit Hyperia (the UK's tallest and fastest rollercoaster) first – queues can exceed 90 minutes by midday. Then do Stealth, The Swarm, and SAW – The Ride before lunch.
• 📱 Download the official app: Real-time queue tracking, interactive map, mobile food ordering, and virtual queuing for selected attractions (free).
• 🍔 Best dining spots: Vibes Bar & Kitchen offers pizza, pasta, and burgers. For healthier options, try Veggie Box. Pack a picnic to save money – designated picnic area near the Lost City.
• ⏩ Single Rider Queues: Available on Stealth, The Swarm, and Colossus – can cut waiting time by up to 70%.
• 🎃 Fright Nights: Book at least 1 month in advance for October – mazes sell out fast. Arrive early for scare mazes before dark for shorter queues.
• 👟 What to bring: Waterproof poncho (some rides get you soaked), comfortable walking shoes, power bank for your phone, and suncream on sunny days.
• 🏨 Stay overnight: Thorpe Shark Cabins onsite, which includes early ride access (30 minutes before general public).

🎁 Money-saving tip: Buy your tickets + parking + Fastrack as a bundle online at least 14 days ahead – saves up to 35% compared to on-the-day prices. Also check for Tesco Clubcard or Merlin discount codes.