Bristol Clean Air Zone

England

Clean Air ZoneActive since 2022-11-27

Zone Information

Zone Type
Clean Air Zone
Class
Class D
Coverage
Bristol city centre and harbourside areas (from Temple Meads Station in the east to the Cumberland Basin in the west).
Introduction Date
2022-11-27
Operating Hours
24/7 (all day, every day)
Private Cars Charged
Yes

Key Details

Emission Standards

Required standards for vehicles

Euro 6 (diesel) or Euro 4 (petrol) required for vehicles to avoid the charge.

Daily Charges

Charges for non-compliant vehicles

£9 per day for non-compliant cars, taxis, vans and minibuses; £100 per day for non-compliant buses, coaches and HGVs.

Penalties

Fines for non-payment

£120 fine (reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days) for failing to pay the CAZ charge.

Charging Notes

Important information

All non-compliant vehicles, including private cars, are charged to enter Bristol’s CAZ.

Towns Covered

Bristol (City Centre)

Iconic Landmarks

Bristol Cathedral
SS Great Britain
Cabot Tower

Zone Map

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