Darlington 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.
Darlington Practical Driving Test Centre
Address: DVSA, High Point Business Park, Yarm Road, Darlington, Durham, DL1 4PW
Parking:
Toilets: Male, female and disabled toilets are available
Disabled Access: You can get into the test centre in a wheelchair
Other Notes:
Test Waiting Times: Check the book your driving test service for availability
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Getting to Darlington Test Centre
Living in or near Darlington? Reaching the test centre is nice and straightforward—just head along Yarm Road. Coming from further out? No problem. With major routes like the A66, A68, and A1 nearby, it’s easy to access from surrounding areas too. For the smoothest journey, we recommend entering the test centre address into your sat nav and following the guided directions.
How to Book a Driving Test at Darlington Driving Test Centre:
Visit the DVSA Website:
Go to www.gov.uk/book-driving-test.Sign In or Create an Account:
Log in or create an account using your provisional driving licence details.Enter Your Details:
Provide your contact information and availability.Select Darlington Test Centre:
Choose Darlington Driving Test Centre from the list.Pick a Date and Time:
Select your preferred test date and time.Make Payment:
Pay the test fee online using a credit or debit card.Confirm Your Booking:
Review and confirm your booking.
Contact Information:
Darlington Driving Test Centre
Phone: 0300 200 1122 (DVSA contact)
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Key Roads:
A167 North Road / Brinkburn Road – Watch speed limits; be prepared for bus lanes.
A1150 Northgate / North Road – Busy during peak hours; mirror checks are vital.
Haughton Road / Neasham Road – Narrow lanes; stay centred and check blind spots.
Roundabouts:
West Auckland Road / Woodland Road roundabout – Keep to the correct lane; indicate clearly.
North Road / Corporation Road roundabout – Watch for cyclists; give way to the right.
Cockerton / Carmel Road roundabout – Common hesitation spot; commit once safe.
Landmarks:
Darlington Railway Station – Prepare for pedestrian crossings.
Eastbourne School / Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College – Reduce speed; children may be crossing.
Town Centre Shopping Area – Traffic calming; anticipate stop/start traffic.
Tips to Pass:
Mirror, signal, manoeuvre at all times.
Plan your lane and position early on roundabouts.
Stay calm at junctions; look ahead for hazards.
Observe 30/20 mph zones strictly; speed cameras are active.
Darlington Driving Test Centre Pass Rates
Darlington 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 | – | 1778 | 54.2 | 133 |
| 2017/18 | 1839 | 870 | 47.3 | 36 |
| 2016/17 | 2071 | 986 | 47.6 | 43 |
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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
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.