Folkestone Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

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Folkestone Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

Location and accommodation of Folkestone Driving Test Centre

Test Center Address

Cheriton High Street Industrial Estate
Cheriton High Street
Folkestone
CT20 3AS

​​Folkestone Driving Test Centre facilities

🚻 Male and female toilets
♿ Full handicap access available
🅿️ Car parking is available for examination candidates

​​Test Center Statistics
  • Rating: ★★★★☆ 4.0 (open reviews)
  • Pass Rate: 49.8%
  • Average waiting time (2024–2025): 12 weeks

Town driving test routes in Folkestone

Folkestone has over 8 official town driving test routes, which test your driving skills in a variety of conditions. These routes cover the town centre, residential areas, and some fast country roads.

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What tests are performed at Folkstone?

Car (B) License Driving Test


Notable Folkestone driving test routes and areas

Folkestone's tests usually start at Chariton High Street Industrial Estate, from where you then go through the town centre, residential streets, and some fast country lanes. Some common test areas are:

  • Folkestone town centre one-way system
  • Sandgate Road roundabout
  • Chariton Residential Areas

Major Roads

  • A20 - carriageway dual carriageway
  • B2068 - Rural stretch with bends

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What to Expect on Test Day

Your test at Folkestone Town Driving Test Centre will follow this structure:

  • 👁️ Vision test- The number plate is at a distance of 20.5 meters
  • "Tell Me" Car Safety Question
  • 🕓 40 minutes drive -Including 20 minutes of independent driving
  • 🔁 A Trick: Drive around test routes often to build confidence and familiarity.
  • ⚠️ Emergency stop - Can be included in 1 of 3 tests

Affordable accommodation near Folkestone Driving Test Centre

If you're traveling from a distance or want to reduce stress on test day, you can consider these  laterooms.com budget-friendly options:

  • Travelodge Folkstone
  • Premier in Folkestone
  • Local B&Bs in Chariton and Sandgate

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Best places to visit in Folkestone after your test

After the test, you can go to these places to relax:

  • Folkestone Beach - Great for walks and fresh air
  • Folkestone Harbor Arm – with cafes and shops
  • Lower Lees Coastal Park - peaceful gardens and walking paths
  • Folkestone Creative Quarter - art galleries and cafes

Best areas to stay in Folkestone

Some good areas of Folkestone where living is easy and peaceful:

  • Chariton - Residential area, close to schools
  • Sandgate - Coastal area with beautiful views
  • Folkestone Harbor - Seaside town with amenities
  • Shorncliffe - A quiet suburb with parks

What if you don't pass the test?

Failing once is not a big deal; take it as a lesson. To optimize:

  • Practice again with a local instructor
  • Join our online course to improve your weak areas
  • Re-practice real town driving test routes

Key facts

Location

Cheriton High Street Industrial Estate, Folkestone CT20 3AS


Facilities

Toilets, disabled access, on-site parking


Training Support

JNDS Online Driving Course available


Local Accommodation

Travelodge Folkestone, Premier Inn Folkestone, local B&Bs


Waiting Time (2024–2025)

12 weeks


Tests Conducted

Car (Category B – Manual and Automatic)


Recommended Practice Areas

Town centre, A20, B2068


Preparation Tip

It is very important to familiarize yourself with the Folkestone Town driving test routes beforehand.


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