Doncaster 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.
Doncaster Practical Driving Test Centre
Address: Unit 10 & 11 Heather Court, Shaw Wood Business Park, Shaw Wood Way, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN2 5YL
Parking: A car park is available at this centre
Toilets: Male and female 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 Doncaster Test Centre
Located just 10 minutes from Doncaster town centre and positioned near the busy Thorne Road roundabout and A18, Doncaster Driving Test Centre is easy to reach for local and nearby learners alike. Want to familiarise yourself with the area before your lessons or test? Simply follow the directions above to plan your visit.
How to Book a Driving Test at Doncaster 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 Doncaster Test Centre:
Choose Doncaster 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:
Doncaster Driving Test Centre
Phone: 0300 200 1122 (DVSA contact)
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Key Roads:
A1(M) – Major dual carriageway used for higher-speed driving.
A630 – A key road passing through Doncaster for urban and rural test scenarios.
B1396 – Local road commonly included in test routes, with narrow sections and junctions.
Roundabouts:
Doncaster South Roundabout – Often features in the test for both multi-lane and single-lane roundabout skills.
A638 Roundabout – Includes traffic flow management and lane discipline.
Landmarks:
Doncaster Railway Station – Familiar for driving through urban streets with busy traffic.
Doncaster Dome – A key location near test routes, used to assess the candidate’s ability to navigate busy areas.
Doncaster Driving Test Centre Pass Rates
Doncaster 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 | – | 1429 | 41.6 | 64 |
| 2017/18 | 3431 | 1467 | 42.8 | 31 |
| 2016/17 | 3711 | 1702 | 45.9 | 16 |
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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.