Original Published Test Routes
Step-by-step directions for all 4 original DVSA-published routes from Dunoon Business Centre, Unit 20 Highland Avenue, Sandbank Business Park, Dunoon.
S
DTC
Start from test centre
2
George St
Take the 2nd left
3
Queen St
At end of road, turn right
4
Argyll St / Sandbank Rd
Take the 2nd right
5
Bencorrum Brae
Turn right
6
Ardenslate Rd
Turn left
7
Hunter St / James St
At end of road, turn right
8
Marine Parade / Alexandra Parade
At roundabout, turn left
9
Pier Esplanade
Turn right
10
Tom-A-Mhoid Rd
Take the 3rd right
11
Hillfoot St
Turn left
12
Milton Ave
At end of road, turn right
13
Royal Crescent
At end of road, turn right
14
Victoria Rd
Take the 4th left
15
McArthur St
Take the 3rd left
16
Alexander St
Turn right
17
Mary St
Turn left
18
Gordon St
Turn right
19
Mary St
Turn right
20
Alexander St
At end of road, turn left
21
William St
At end of road, turn left
22
Wellington St / Tom-a-Mhoid Rd
At roundabout, turn right
23
Argyll St
Turn left
24
Kirk Brae
At end of road, turn right
25
Church Square
Turn right
26
School Brae
At end of road, turn right
27
Ferrybrae
At end of road, turn left
28
Argyll St
At traffic lights, turn right
29
John St
At roundabout, turn right
30
Alexandra Parade
Take the 2nd right
31
Church St
Turn right
32
George 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
George St
Turn left
3
John St
At traffic lights, turn right
4
Argyll St
Take the 3rd right
5
Bencorrum Brae
Turn right
6
Ardenslate Rd
Turn left
7
Hunter St / James St
At end of road, turn left
8
Marine Parade
Turn left
9
Ferry Rd
Turn right
10
Cromlech Rd
At end of road, turn left
11
Ferguslie St
Turn left
12
High Rd
Turn left
13
Highland Ave
At end of road, turn left
14
High Rd
Take the 2nd left
15
Ardenslate Rd
At end of road
16
Kirn Brae
At end of road, turn right
17
Alexandra Parade
At roundabout, turn right
18
Argyll St
Turn left
19
Kirk Brae
At end of road, turn right
20
Church Square
Turn right
21
School Brae
At end of road, turn right
22
Ferry Brae
At end of road, turn left
23
Argyll St
Turn right
24
Moir St
At end of road, turn left
25
Alexandra Parade
Turn left
26
Church St
Turn right
27
George 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
George St
Turn left
3
Queen St
Take the 2nd left
4
Pilot St
Turn right
5
Manse Ave
At end of road, turn left
6
Queen St
At end of road, turn right
7
Argyll St / Sandbank Rd
Turn right
8
Highland Ave
Turn right
9
High Rd
Take the 3rd right
10
Ferguslie St
Turn right
11
Cromlech Rd
At end of road, turn left
12
Ferry Rd
At end of road, turn right
13
Shore Rd / Marine Parade
Turn right
14
James St
Go ahead
15
James St / Hunter St
Turn left
16
Kirn Brae
At end of road, turn right
17
Alexandra Parade
At roundabout, 1st exit, turn right
18
Argyll St
Turn left
19
Kirk Brae
At end of road, turn right
20
Church Square
Turn right
21
School Brae
At end of road, turn right
22
Ferry Brae
At end of road, turn left
23
Argyll St
Turn right
24
Moir St
At end of road, turn left
25
Alexandra Parade
Turn left
26
Church St
Turn right
27
George 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
George St
Turn left
3
John St
At traffic lights, turn right
4
Argyll St / Sandbank Rd / High Rd
Turn right
5
Ferguslie St
At end of road, turn left
6
Shore Rd
Turn left
7
Rankin's Brae
At end of road, turn right
8
High Rd
Take the 3rd left
9
Sandhaven
At end of road, turn right
10
High Rd / Sandbank
Turn left
11
Rankin's Brae
Turn right
12
Shore Rd
Take the 3rd right
13
Fir Brae
Turn right
14
Cromlech Rd
At end of road, turn left
15
Ferguslie St
Turn left
16
High Rd
Take the 4th left
17
Highland Ave
At end of road, turn left
18
High Rd
Take the 2nd left
19
Ardenslate Rd
At end of road, turn right
20
Kirn Brae
At end of road, turn right
21
Alexandra Parade
At roundabout, 1st exit, turn right
22
Argyll St
Turn left
23
Kirk Brae
At end of road, turn right
24
School Brae
Turn right
25
Ferry Brae
Turn left
26
Argyll St
Turn right
27
Moir St
At end of road, turn left
28
Church St
Turn right
29
George 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 4 routes.
Residential
100%
What to Expect at Dunoon
- Junction-dense routes — averaging 25 turns per route. Early positioning, timely signals and consistent observation are tested throughout.
- Pass rate 62% — 14.1 points above the national average of 47.9%. One of the more achievable centres, though solid local route knowledge is still the best preparation.
- Key roads to know: Ferry Brae, Queen St and Hunter St / James St — these appear across the most routes and are the most likely to feature on your test.
- 6 roundabout encounters across all routes — relatively few compared to many UK centres, but correct lane discipline still matters.
Tricky Spots on the Dunoon Test
Junctions and road sections that appear frequently and catch learners out.
1
Approaching Alexandra Parade Roundabout
You will encounter Alexandra Parade on several routes, and it catches learners out when they leave their exit decision too late. Get into the correct lane early, check what is to your right and keep a smooth, controlled pace through the junction.
2
Observation on Alexander St
Most Dunoon test routes use Alexander St at some point, often for stretches that test steady speed control and hazard awareness. Stay in the correct position, keep your observations wide and do not let a quiet moment lull you into complacency.
3
Joining Ardenslate Rd Safely
Several routes require a direction change on Ardenslate Rd, and it is the kind of junction where a lapse in routine stands out. Use your mirrors, position correctly, signal clearly and take a proper look before committing — the basics done well are all that is required.
4
Traffic Flow at John St
John St is a roundabout that rewards familiarity. Once you have driven it a few times you will know the approach well, but on test day treat it fresh — check mirrors, assess right-of-way and commit to your exit with confidence.
Most Frequent Roads
These roads appear across the most routes — be sure to practise them.
| Road | Routes | Frequency | Typical Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry Brae | 3 / 4 | Left turn | |
| Queen St | 2 / 4 | Right turn | |
| Hunter St / James St | 2 / 4 | Right turn | |
| Ferry Rd | 2 / 4 | Right turn | |
| Bencorrum Brae | 2 / 4 | Right turn | |
| Argyll St / Sandbank Rd | 2 / 4 | Right turn | |
| Moir St | 3 / 4 | Left turn | |
| Kirn Brae | 3 / 4 | Right turn | |
| John St | 3 / 4 | Right turn | |
| Highland Ave | 3 / 4 | Left turn |
Roundabout Analysis
The routes include 6 roundabouts across 4 routes.
Alexandra Parade
Medium
Dunoon Test Centre
Address
Dunoon Driving Test Centre
Dunoon Business Centre, Unit 20 Highland Avenue, Sandbank Business Park, Dunoon, Argyll and Bute, PA23 8BP
Dunoon Business Centre, Unit 20 Highland Avenue, Sandbank Business Park, Dunoon, Argyll and Bute, PA23 8BP
Phone
0300 200 1122
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Toilets
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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
62.0%
vs 47.9% national average
Waiting Time
wks
Latest DVSA data
Routes Available
4
Car
Avg Route Length
30
Steps (28–33 range)