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This page provides an overview of practical driving test centres across Wales.
Learner drivers can explore local driving test centres and practise driving test routes designed to reflect real test-area conditions commonly found throughout Wales.
Driving tests in Wales often involve a combination of town driving, residential roads, and rural routes. Practising in the local test area can help learners become familiar with road layouts, speed changes, and driving conditions before taking the practical driving test.
Below is a list of driving test centres located across Wales.
Select a test centre to view available practice driving test routes for that location.
Driving test centres include:
Driving test routes in Wales are known for their varied road conditions and changing environments. Learner drivers taking a practical driving test in Wales should be prepared for both urban and rural driving scenarios.
Common features of driving test routes in Wales may include:
Narrow town roads and residential streets
Rural roads with limited visibility
Frequent changes in speed limits
Hilly terrain and winding roads
Roundabouts and junctions in smaller towns
Independent driving using road signs or sat nav
Variable weather conditions affecting road surfaces
Many driving test centres in Wales cover areas where road layouts change quickly from built-up towns to quieter rural routes. Learners are expected to demonstrate good observation skills, speed control, and forward planning throughout the test.
Practising local driving test routes in Wales can help learner drivers adapt to these conditions and feel more confident on test day.
Practising driving test routes in Wales allows learner drivers to:
Become familiar with real test-area roads
Improve confidence when driving on rural and hilly routes
Prepare for changing speed limits and road conditions
Develop better hazard awareness and planning skills
These practice routes are designed to support learner drivers and instructors during practical driving test preparation.
Choose your driving test centre from the list above
Open the practice routes using Google Maps
Practise the routes with a qualified instructor or supervising driver
Repeat challenging sections to build confidence before the test
Routes can be accessed easily on mobile devices and used during regular driving lessons.
Yes. The practice routes are designed based on real test-area conditions commonly found in Wales.
Yes. Learner drivers at different stages can use these routes to improve road awareness and confidence.
No route can guarantee a pass. However, practising local routes can help learners feel more prepared and confident for the practical driving test.
Choose a driving test centre above to view available practice routes and start preparing for your practical driving test in Wales with confidence.