Overview and Suitability
The BARTA Intermodal Garage, situated within the BARTA Transportation Center (BTC) at 701 Franklin Street, is a specialized subterranean parking facility. Please note that this garage is primarily designed for permit holders and is not intended for general public short-term or daily parking.
Access and Navigation
Located at the heart of Reading\'s transportation network, the facility provides direct access to the BARTA transit hub. Users should be aware that this is an underground parking structure with a limited capacity of 100 spaces.
Parking Rates and Tariffs
The garage operates on a monthly contract basis. Current rates are as follows:
- Monthly rate: $65.00 (month-to-month)
- Annual contract rate: $58.00 per month
- Lost parking pass fee: $10.00
If a customer enters without a valid monthly pass, they may be subject to additional charges upon exit.
Security and Amenities
The facility features automated entry and exit gates. Payments can be processed via credit card at the exit gates for transient users. The location is highly secure, benefiting from its integration into the BARTA Transportation Center.
Strategic Alternatives
For visitors seeking standard hourly or daily public parking, the nearby BARTA Park-N-Transit Parking Garage located at 7th & Franklin Streets provides a more suitable alternative. That facility offers 350 spaces and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, making it ideal for those utilizing long-distance bus services or visiting downtown Reading.
