Driving Test Centres in Scotland

Driving test centres in Scotland

Below is a list of driving test centres located across Scotland.

Select a test centre to view available practice driving test routes for that specific location.

Driving test centres include:

Driving test route features in Yorkshire and the Humber

Driving test routes in Scotland are notably different from those in southern England. Learner drivers taking a practical driving test in Scotland should be prepared to adapt to changing elevation, reduced road markings, and variable driving conditions.

Common features of driving test routes in Scotland include:

• Hilly roads requiring strong clutch control and hill starts

• Historic city streets with narrow lanes and sharp turns

• Wide arterial roads connecting urban and suburban areas

• Fewer traffic lights, more priority-based junctions

• Long open-road sections with changing speed limits

• Reduced road markings in some residential and rural areas

• Weather-affected road surfaces, especially in winter

• Independent driving using road signs or sat nav

In cities such as Glasgow and Edinburgh, test routes may involve complex junctions, multi-lane roads, and older street layouts. In northern and coastal areas such as Aberdeen and Inverness, routes often include open roads, roundabouts, and longer driving sections where speed choice and anticipation are closely assessed.

Practising local driving test routes in Scotland helps learner drivers become comfortable with these contrasts and avoid common test faults such as poor speed adaptation or incorrect positioning on hills and bends.

Why practise driving test routes in Scotland?

Practising driving test routes in Scotland allows learner drivers to:

• Build confidence driving on hills and uneven terrain

• Improve clutch control and smooth vehicle handling

• Prepare for variable weather and road surface conditions

• Develop stronger observation and forward planning skills

• Adapt to both historic city streets and open roads

These practice routes are designed to support learner drivers and instructors preparing for practical driving tests across Scotland.

How to use the practice routes？

Open your practice driving test routes using Google Maps or a GPS navigation app.  

Practise in different traffic conditions and at times similar to your actual test time.

1. Choose your driving test centre from the list above

2. Open the practice routes using Google Maps

3. Practise the routes with a qualified instructor or supervising driver

4. Repeat challenging sections to build confidence before the test

Routes can be accessed easily on mobile devices and used during regular driving lessons.

Frequently asked questions

Can I practise real driving test routes in Scotland?

Yes. The practice routes are designed based on real test-area conditions commonly found across Scotland.

Are driving tests in Scotland harder than in England?

They are different rather than harder. Scottish tests often focus more on hills, open roads, and variable conditions rather than constant heavy traffic.

Does weather affect Scottish driving tests?

Yes. Weather conditions can change quickly, and learners are expected to demonstrate safe driving regardless of rain, wind, or reduced visibility.

Next steps

Choose a driving test centre above to view available practice routes and start preparing for your practical driving test in Scotland with confidence.