Abergavenny Driving Test Routes
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Practise at different times of day and on different days of the week (including weekends) to experience as many different road conditions and traffic flows as possible. Knowing what to expect when you go in for your driving test will make it seem less daunting on the day.
Abergavenny Practical Driving Test Centre
Address: 7 Station Road, Abergavenny, Gwent, NP7 5HT
Parking: A car park is available at the test centre
Toilets: Male and female toilets are available
Disabled Access:
Other Notes:
Test Waiting Times: Check the book your driving test service for availability
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Getting to the Test Centre
To familiarise yourself with the test routes, your instructor will guide you through the roads surrounding Abergavenny Test Centre during your lessons. If you’d like to check out the area beforehand, follow the directions on the map.
How to Book Your Driving Test at Abergavenny
- Visit the Official Booking Portal
- Go to the DVSA driving test booking page.
- Prepare Required Information
- Ensure you have:
- Your UK provisional driving licence number
- A credit or debit card for payment
- Your theory test pass certificate number (if applicable)
- Select Test Centre and Type
- Choose ‘Abergavenny’ as your preferred test centre and select ‘Car’ for the type of test.
- Choose Date and Time
- Pick an available date and time that suits you. Note that waiting times can vary, so flexibility may help secure an earlier slot.
- Confirm and Pay
- Review your details, confirm the booking, and pay the test fee. As of 2025, the standard fee is £62 on weekdays and £75 on evenings, weekends, or bank holidays.
- Receive Confirmation
- After payment, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your test details.
ℹ️ Test Centre Details
- Address: Station Road, Abergavenny, Gwent, NP7 5HT
- Facilities: On-site parking, male and female toilets, and disabled access are available.
- Contact Number: 0300 200 1122
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Key Roads
Station Road – Test centre location.
Monmouth Road (A40) – Busy A-road with speed changes.
Ross Road – Main route used in test routes.
A465 (Heads of the Valleys Road) – Dual carriageway with speed control.
A4042 – Trunk road to Newport.
Roundabouts
Hardwick Roundabout – Complex, multiple exits.
Glanbaiden Roundabout – Near A465/A40 junction.
Llanellen Roundabout – A465, practice entry/exit.
Govilon Roundabout – A465, lane discipline.
Landmarks
Abergavenny Castle – Historical site.
Bus Station (Cross Street) – Common for independent driving.
Sugar Loaf Mountain – Useful for orientation.
Test Route Highlights
Monmouth Road – Left turn from Station Road.
A465 to Abergavenny Road – Lane discipline focus.
Merthyr Road Roundabouts – Practice entering/exiting.
Independent Driving – Navigate to landmarks like the bus station.
Tips to Pass:
Observation: Stay alert for pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users at all times.
Mirror Checks: Regularly check your mirrors, especially when approaching roundabouts and junctions.
Speed Limits: Stick to speed limits. Be aware of temporary speed changes in residential areas and near schools.
Abergavenny Driving Test Centre Pass Rates
Abergavenny car practical driving test pass rates by first driving attempt including zero faults recorded annual summary:
| Time Period Captured | Total Tests | |||
| 1st attempts | 1st attempt passes | pass % | 1st test with zero faults | |
| 2023/24 | – | 1825 | 60.7 | 178 |
| 2017/18 | 2177 | 1296 | 59.5 | 90 |
| 2016/17 | 2285 | 1333 | 58.3 | 94 |
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Practical driving test key links
- to book your driving test, click here
- to change your driving test, click here
- to cancel your driving test, click here
- to give yourself the best chance of passing your driving test, click here
- to give yourself the best chance to pass your theory test, click here
Other Helpful Resources: Driving Test Centre Pass Rates and Change Your Driving Test
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FAQ's
Yes – knowing local roads helps you stay calm and confident. While the exact route isn’t shared, practising typical roundabouts or tricky junctions nearby gives you a clear advantage.
Yes – examiners adjust routes due to roadworks, traffic, or to mix things up. These changes aren’t announced, so staying current is key.
Instructors spot new road signs, layouts, or diversions early. Their knowledge helps you train on current conditions, not outdated ones. Combine their advice with RouteBuddy for the most realistic practice.
2–3 times a week is ideal, especially leading up to your test. Practise at different times of day to handle varied traffic and lighting conditions.
DVSA doesn’t publish test routes. But you can follow GOV.UK for general updates. For realistic route practice, RouteBuddy is the go-to tool learners and instructors trust.