Burton on Trent Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

Burton on Trent Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

πŸ“ Area and convenience of the Burton-on-Trent Driving Test Centre

Test Center Address

At Burton Trent Driving Test Centre
Wellington Park,
Burton-on-Trent,
Staffordshire,
DE14 2TG

β€‹β€‹πŸ’ Burton-on-Trent Driving Test Middle facilities

🚻 Male and female toilets are available.
β™Ώ Disabled access provided (ramps and wide entrance available)
πŸ…ΏοΈ On-site and nearby parking options are available the car park is busy at times

​​Test Center Statistics

Classification: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.0 (open feedback)

Current Pass Rate: 51.9%

Normal holding up time (2024–2025): 10 weeks

πŸ›£οΈ Driving test routes from Burton-on-Trent Driving Test Centre

The driving test routes here are quite a mix small-town, industrial, and dual-carriageway zones. Common areas include:

  • Wellington Road and Town Centre: Heavy traffic, multi-lane junctions and roundabouts
  • Residential streetslikeHorninglow Road, Shubnal, to sleep Winsal - Parked cars or speed bumps
  • A38 dual carriageway - Lane discipline or speed control
  • Industrial areas - Slow-speed maneuvers or blind turns
  • Country roads around Branston and Stratton. - Changing high-speed zones or tight turns

Familiarity with these areas will help you deal with real-time traffic and build confidence.

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βœ… Do driving tests take place at the Trent Driving Test Centre in Burton?

Car (Category B) driving test is conducted here for manual and automatic vehicles.
You will need to book a separate DVSA centre for the theory test - this test centre does not conduct theory exams.


🏨 Residence Burton next door to Trent Driving Test Centre

If you want to rest before the test or are coming from outside, these nearby accommodation options are available:

  • Travelodge Burton Central- Close to town centre
  • Holiday Inn Express Burton - with free parking
  • Local B&Bs and inns in Barnston and Horninglow

Staying close to the test centre reduces stress to a great extent and ensures timely arrival.

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JNDS' exclusive online driving course is based on Burton's official test routes and conditions. This course is perfect:

  • For learners taking their first DAFA driving test
  • International drivers are adapting to the UK road system.
  • Drivers returning after a long break
  • Young learners (below 17) for initial preparation

The course includes road types, roundabout practice, and mock tests.

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πŸ“… What to expect on test day at Burton Trent Driving Test Centre

  • πŸ‘οΈ Vision test: You have to read the number plate from 20.5 meters
  • ❓ "Tell me" question: Regarding vehicle safety and basic testing
  • πŸ•“ Driving Duration: About 38-40 minutes; 20 minutes of independent driving (within test routes)
  • πŸ” Tips: Reverse bay parking, parallel parking, or pull-up right
  • ⚠️ Emergency stop: Random selection - 1 in every 3 tests

πŸ“ The place to go to Burton on Trent relax after the test

  • National Brewery Centre- To explore local history
  • Shobinal Laser Complex - Walking tracks or fitness activities
  • Burnston Water Park - Nature walks and relaxation by the lake
  • Burton Town Market - Light shopping and cafe breaks

🏘️ Best areas to live near Burton on Trent Driving Test Centre

Nearby areas are quite useful for driving test preparation, especially in terms of exposure to different roads:

  • Burton Town Centre: Victorian terraced houses Flats or modern apartments
  • Branston: Post-war suburbs Detached house or new estate
  • Shubnal: 20th century housing, mixed road layout
  • Horninglow: 1960s-80s residential property, quiet practice roads
  • Winshill: Old stone houses and narrow country roads.

These residential environments of different durations provide learners with a variety of equipment, which is helpful on test day.

❌ What to do if you fail the test?

  • Get focused practice with an instructor on the official routes of the same exam centre.
  • Target weak areas with the JNDS online course
  • After regaining confidence, re-book the test through the DVSA.

πŸ”‘ Key facts

  • Preparation Advice: Local route practice, instructor-led training, online mock tests
  • Amenities: Toilets, impaired get to, parking
  • Preparation Advice: Local route practice, instructor-led training, online mock tests
  • Waiting time: 10 weeks
  • Preparation Advice: Local route practice, instructor-led training, online mock tests
  • Accommodation: Lodgings and B&Bs are accessible close to the test middle.
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