Bangor Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

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Bangor Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

πŸ“ Location and Accommodation of Bangor Driving Test Centre

Test Center Address

Bangor Driving Test Centre
18 Groomsport Road
Bangor
BT20 5LU

β€‹β€‹πŸ’ Bangor Driving Test Centre Amenities

🚻 Male and female toilets
β™Ώ Full disabled access available
πŸ…ΏοΈ Car parking for test candidates

​​Test Center Statistics
  • Classification:Β β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.2 (open reviews)
  • Show Pass Rate:Β 55.4%
  • Normal Holding up Time (2024–2025):Β 9.5 weeks

πŸ›£οΈ Town Driving Test Routes in Bangor

Bangor offers over 9 official Town driving test routes to challenge drivers in real-world traffic conditions, including urban, suburban, and coastal driving.

You can get all the driving test routes in one place "Test Routes App"

βœ… What Tests Are Conducted in Bangor?

  • Car (B) Licence Driving Test

πŸ—ΊοΈ Notable Bangor Driving Test Routes and Areas

Bangor driving test routes often start from Groomsport Road and cover a variety of driving challenges. Knowing the Town driving test routes will give you an advantage.

Common areas in Bangor test routes include:

  • Bangor Town Centre one-way system
  • Ballyholme coastal roads
  • Rathgael Road roundabouts

Major roads often used:

  • A2 – Coastal dual carriageway sections
  • B20 – Suburban and semi-rural roads
  • A21 – Mix of faster rural and slower urban stretches

Or for your ease you can use the Routes App (Recommended)

πŸ“… What to Expect on Test Day

Your test at the Bangor Town driving test centre will include:

  • πŸ‘οΈ Eyesight Test – Read a number plate from 20.5 meters
  • ❓ β€œTell Me” Safety Question
  • πŸ•“ 40-Minute Drive – With 20 minutes of independent driving
  • πŸ” One Manoeuvre – Bay park, parallel park, or pull up on the right
  • ⚠️ Emergency Stop – Included in about 1 in 3 tests

🏨 Well-Priced Hotels Near Bangor Driving Test Centre

When coming to the area, whether you are an outsider or you want to spend your night before the test, you may want to consider:

  • The Salty Dog Hotel & Bistro
  • Marine Court Hotel
  • Local B&Bs in Ballyholme and Groomsport

Being near the Town driving test centre can offer assistance to reduce test-day stress and guarantee you arrive relaxed.

πŸš— Improve Your Driving Skills on JNDS Online

Prepare for the Town driving test routes with our structured online driving course. Perfect for:

  • International licence holders adapting to UK driving
  • Nervous or returning drivers
  • Under-17 students preparing early
  • First-time learners aiming for a first-time pass

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  • Road safety basics and advanced defensive driving tips
  • Navigating roundabouts, dual carriageways, and city traffic
  • Parking, reversing, and parallel parking techniques
  • Driving in your own car with confidence
  • UK-specific driving rules and best practices for international drivers
  • Full support in understanding theory test material and hazard perception
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πŸ“ Best Places to Visit in Bangor After Your Test

Celebrate or relax with a visit to:

  • Bangor Marina – Picturesque harbour views
  • Pickie Fun Park – Fun for all ages by the waterfront
  • Crawfordsburn Country Park – Coastal walks and wildlife
  • Ward Park – Large green space for a peaceful stroll

🏘️ Best Areas to Live in Bangor

Bangor offers an incredible blend of coastal living, family-friendly rural areas, and dynamic communities. Prevalent ranges incorporate:

  • Ballyholme – Beautiful beachside community with excellent schools
  • Groomsport – Charming seaside village with a relaxed atmosphere
  • Crawfordsburn – Green and peaceful with stunning parkland
  • Bangor West – Leafy streets and good transport links to Belfast
  • Donaghadee – Historic harbour town with a strong community feel

❌ What Happens If You Fail the Test?

Don’t be discouraged, use it as a learning opportunity:

  • Practice again with a local driving instructor
  • Use our online course to address weaker areas
  • Revisit the original Town driving test routes for better familiarity

The Bangor Town driving test centre provides a diverse set of road conditions, making it ideal for building real-world driving skills.

πŸ”‘ Key facts

  • Location: 18 Groomsport Road, Bangor, BT20 5LU

  • Waiting Time (2024–2025): 9.5 weeks

  • Tests Conducted: Car (Category B – Manual and Automatic)

  • Recommended Practice Areas: A2, A21, B20, Ballyholme, Bangor Town Centre

  • Pass Rate: 55.4%

  • Amenities: Toilets, disabled access, on-site parking

  • Training Support: JNDS Online Driving Course available

  • Nearby Hotels: The Salty Dog, Marine Court, Local B&Bs

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