Original Published Test Routes
Step-by-step directions for all 3 original DVSA-published routes from Ground Floor Banff Castle, Banff.
S
DTC
Start from test centre
2
North Castle St
Take the 2nd right
3
Harbour Place / Devoronside
At end of road, turn left
4
Carmelite St / Bridge St
At end of road, turn left
5
Banff Bridge / Palmercove / Union Rd
/ Shore St / Crook O Ness / Skene St
/ Buchan St
Take the 3rd left
6
Moray St
At end of road, turn right
7
Buchan St
Turn right
8
Old Gamrie Rd
Turn left
9
Berrymuir Rd
At end of road, turn left
10
Duff St
Turn right
11
Barnhill Rd
At end of road, turn right
12
Duff St
At end of road, turn right
13
A947
At end of road, turn left
14
Banff Bridge
Take the 2nd left
15
Sandyhill Rd
Turn right
16
B9121 – Whitehills
At end of road, turn right
17
A98 – Banff
At end of road, turn right
F
DTC
Return to test centre
This route is based on older published data. Get the current verified version on the app — with satnav navigation.
S
DTC
Start from test centre
2
St Catherine St / Harvey Place
Turn left
3
Moray View
At end of road, turn right
4
Boyndie Rd (A98)
Take the 2nd right
5
Whitehill Rd / Whitehills Village
Take the 3rd left
6
Wilson Crescent
At end of road, turn right
7
Loch Lane
At end of road, turn right
8
Seafield St
Turn right
9
Knock St
At end of road, turn left
10
Seafield St
At end of road, turn right
11
A98 (signed Inverness)
Take the 3rd left
12
After RAF memorial (signed Turriff)
At end of road, turn left
13
A95
At end of road, turn right
14
A98
Turn right
15
Golden Knowes Rd
Take the 2nd left
16
Tannery St
At roundabout, 3rd exit, turn right
17
Whinhill Rd
Take the 2nd left
18
Bellevue Rd
At end of road, turn left
19
Sandyhill Rd
At end of road, turn left
20
High St
F
DTC
Return to test centre
This route is based on older published data. Get the current verified version on the app — with satnav navigation.
S
DTC
Start from test centre
2
Clunie St
Turn right
3
Fife St
At end of road, turn left
4
Battery Green
Take the 2nd left
5
Campbell St
At end of road, turn right
6
St Catherine St
Take the 2nd left
7
Moray View
At end of road, turn left
8
Victoria Place
Turn right
9
Boyndie Rd West
Take the 2nd right
10
Gallowhill St / Whinhill Terrace
At roundabout, go ahead
11
Whinhill Rd
Turn left
12
Lucylaw Rd / Golden Knowes Rd
At end of road, turn left
13
Boyndie Rd (A98)
Take the 2nd right
14
Whitehills Rd (B9038)
Take the 3rd left
15
Wilson Crescent
Take the 2nd left
16
Forbes Rd
Turn left
17
School Rd
At end of road, turn left
18
Loch St
At end of road, turn left
19
Seafield St / Corrie Boag Rd
At end of road, turn left
20
Sandyhills Rd (A97)
At end of road, turn right
21
High St
Take the 2nd left
22
Bridge St
Turn right
23
Devoronside / Harbour Place
At end of road, turn left
24
North Castle St
F
DTC
Return to test centre
This route is based on older published data. Get the current verified version on the app — with satnav navigation.
Route & Road Guide
Road Type Split
Approximate breakdown based on road names and instructions across all 3 routes.
Residential
86%
A-Roads
9%
Town / B-Roads
5%
What to Expect at Banff
- At 51%, the pass rate here is 3.1 points above the national average of 47.9% — making Banff one of the more candidate-friendly centres in the UK.
- Left turns dominate these routes — 32 vs 22 right. Observation and positioning for left-turn junctions is worth specific practice.
- Routes here range from 18 to 25 steps — each has a distinct character, so practising the full set is worth the time.
- Roundabouts are limited here — just 2 encounters across all routes — though approach positioning and exit signalling are still assessed.
- Familiarise yourself with Boyndie Rd (a98), High St and Moray View before your test — they come up repeatedly across the routes and knowing their junctions and speed limits will save you on the day.
Tricky Spots on the Banff Test
Junctions and road sections that appear frequently and catch learners out.
1
Banff Bridge and A98 Junctions Feature Often
All routes include Banff Bridge and the A98 at some point, with a mix of right and left turns onto or off this fast-moving road. These can require patience and strong observation, particularly when joining from a minor road. Make sure you're confident judging gaps in traffic and using the correct speed when emerging.
2
Whitehills Village Presents a Residential Challenge
Expect tight turns, narrow roads, and reduced visibility when driving through Whitehills, including places like Wilson Crescent and Loch Lane. This area often tests your clutch control, steering accuracy, and awareness of parked vehicles and pedestrians. Stay calm and give way when needed.
3
Navigation Around Moray View and Surrounding Streets
Streets like Moray View, St Catherine Street, and Clunie Street appear frequently, often involving back-to-back turns and end-of-road decisions. Be prepared to handle a flurry of junctions in a small space. Maintain low speeds and make mirror-signal-manoeuvre your mantra here.
4
Expect a Variety of Road Types in Quick Succession
Banff test routes include everything from narrow residential streets to national speed limit A roads like the A95 and B9121. Switching between these road types means you'll need to adapt quickly—look out for changing speed signs, adjust your driving style, and always anticipate what's next.
Most Frequent Roads
These roads appear across the most routes — be sure to practise them.
| Road | Routes | Frequency | Typical Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boyndie Rd (A98) | 2 / 3 | Right turn | |
| High St | 2 / 3 | Straight ahead | |
| Moray View | 2 / 3 | Right turn | |
| North Castle St | 2 / 3 | Right turn | |
| Sandyhill Rd | 2 / 3 | Right turn | |
| Whinhill Rd | 2 / 3 | Left turn | |
| Wilson Crescent | 2 / 3 | Left turn |
Banff Test Centre
Address
Banff Driving Test Centre
Ground Floor Banff Castle, Banff, Banffshire, AB45 1DL
Ground Floor Banff Castle, Banff, Banffshire, AB45 1DL
Phone
Amenities
Disabled Access
Toilets
Tests Offered
Car
Opening Hours
- Mon 8:00–16:00
- Tue 8:00–16:00
- Wed 8:00–16:00
- Thu 8:00–16:00
- Fri 8:00–16:00
- Sat Closed
- Sun Closed
Pass Rate
51.0%
vs 47.9% national average
Waiting Time
wks
Latest DVSA data
Routes Available
3
Car
Avg Route Length
21
Steps (18–25 range)