Isle of Skye (Portree) Driving Test Routes
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Isle of Skye (Portree) Practical Driving Test Centre
Address: Springfield Guest House, Home Farm Road, Portree, Highlands, IV51 9LX
Parking: No car park is available
Toilets: Male-only toilets are available
Disabled Access: Arrangements will be made at this test centre if you have a disability
Other Notes:
Test Waiting Times: Check the book your driving test service for availability
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Getting to Isle of Skye (Portree) Test Centre
You’ll find the Portree Driving Test Centre within the Springfield Guest House on Home Farm Road. If your lessons haven’t taken you through the area yet and you’d like to get familiar before test day, simply enter the postcode into your sat nav and follow the route for an easy journey.
How to Book a Driving Test at Isle of Skye (Portree) 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 Isle of Skye (Portree) Test Centre:
Choose Isle of Skye (Portree) 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:
Isle of Skye (Portree) Driving Test Centre
Phone: 0300 200 1122 (DVSA contact)
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Key Roads:
A87 (Main Road to Portree) – The primary road linking Portree to the rest of the Isle. Watch for cyclists and occasional livestock on the roads.
B885 – Leading to residential areas. Keep an eye out for parked cars and narrow spaces.
Key Roundabouts:
Portree Town Roundabout – Practice smooth and safe roundabout entry and exit. Indicate clearly and yield to traffic when necessary.
Roundabout near Aros Centre – Watch for pedestrians and cyclists. Yield to traffic coming from the right.
Key Landmarks:
Portree Harbour – Pay attention to traffic and pedestrians around the harbour area.
The Old Man of Storr (in the distance) – Useful as a reference point while navigating rural roads.
Tips to Pass:
Watch for wildlife – It’s common to encounter animals crossing, especially on rural roads.
Keep an eye on cyclists – They may appear unexpectedly, so be prepared to adjust your speed or position.
Indicate early – Portree has narrow streets; indicating early helps prevent confusion and accidents.
Practice hill starts – The Isle of Skye has many hills, and demonstrating control during a hill start is essential.
Isle of Skye (Portree) Driving Test Centre Pass Rates
Isle of Skye (Portree) 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 | – | 54 | 71.1 | 6 |
| 2017/18 | 107 | 73 | 68.2 | 2 |
| 2016/17 | 78 | 50 | 64.1 | 2 |
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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.