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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.
Plymouth Practical Driving Test Centre
Address: Ernesettle Lane, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2EY
Parking: There are parking spaces at this centre
Toilets: Male and female toilets are available
Disabled Access:
Other Notes:
Test Waiting Times: Check the book your driving test service for availability
Need an earlier driving test date and need it fast? Click here to find practical driving test cancellations at your chosen driving test centre.
Getting to Plymouth Test Centre
If you’re making your way to Plymouth Test Centre without your instructor for the first time and aren’t fully confident with road signs yet, the best option is to use a reliable satellite navigation system to follow the directions on the map.
How to Book a Driving Test at Plymouth Test Centre
Ensure Eligibility
You must have passed your theory test before booking your practical driving test.
Visit the Official DVSA Booking Website
Go to www.gov.uk/book-driving-test.
Log In
Use your DVSA account credentials or your provisional driving licence number to log in.
Select Test Type
Choose “Car” as your test type.
Choose Plymouth Test Centre
Enter “Plymouth” in the search box to find the Plymouth Driving Test Centre.
Pick a Date and Time
Select an available date and time that suits you.
Provide Personal Details
Enter your full name, address, and contact information.
Make Payment
Pay the test fee: £62 on weekdays or £75 on weekends and bank holidays.
Confirmation
After payment, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your test details.
Practise real driving test routes with RouteBuddy at your test centre
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Key Roads:
Hillside Road – Residential area with narrow roads and parked cars.
Outland Road – Main road leading to various test routes, often busy with traffic.
Cranbrook Avenue – Quiet residential street with speed limit changes.
Roundabouts:
The George Park & Ride Roundabout – A multi-lane roundabout requiring lane discipline.
Torquay Road Roundabout – A busy roundabout, often tested for lane changing and entering/exiting safely.
Landmarks:
Plymouth Hoe – Iconic seafront area often used for navigation and landmark orientation.
The Plymouth Guildhall – A central landmark, tested for knowledge of road signs and local navigation.
These are the essential elements drivers should focus on when preparing for their driving test in Plymouth!
Plymouth Driving Test Centre Pass Rates
Plymouth 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 | – | 1311 | 37.4 | 40 |
| 2017/18 | 3757 | 1460 | 38.9 | 13 |
| 2016/17 | 3969 | 1588 | 40 | 12 |
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
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.