Islay Island Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

Islay Island Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide
Islay Island Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

Location and Accommodation of Islay Island Driving Test Centre

Test Center Address

Bowmore
Aslay
PA43 7HA

​​Islay Island Driving Test Centre facilities

🚻 Male and female toilets are available
♿ Full disabled access available
🅿️ Limited car parking available on site

​​Test Center Statistics
  • Classification: ★★★★☆ 4.0 (based on learning assessments)
  • Display Passing Rate: 50.1%
  • Average waiting time (2024–2025): 9.8 weeks

Town Driving Test Routes in Islay Island

Islay Island Town driving test routes, we test your driving skills in a variety of traffic and road conditions, including

  • In the narrow streets of Bowmore town centre
  • Rural and coastal roads where speed and turns are tested
  • Junctions and roundabouts that challenge your control and observation skills

Yes, the Town driving test routes are designed to make you confident and prepared on test day

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

What tests are carried out in Islay Island?

Car (Category B) Driving Test (Manual and Automatic)


Notable Islay Island Town driving test routes and areas

The test usually starts at the Bowmore Driving Test Centre and covers these areas:

  • Bowmore town centre one-way systems
  • Rural roads that go close to the coast
  • Some histories of the Port Allen area
  • Roundabouts and junctions that test your driving skills

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

What to Expect on Test Day

General Structure of the Test at Islay Island Driving Test Centre

  • 👁️ Eyesight Test – Read a number plate from 20.5 meters
  • “Tell Me” Car Safety Question
  • 🕓 40-minute practical drive – including 20 minutes of independent driving
  • 🔁 One Maneuver – Bay park, parallel park, or pull up on the right
  • ⚠️ Emergency Stop – May be included in 1 out of every 3 tests

Good value hotels near Isle Island Driving Test Centre

If you're coming through the door or want to rest before the test, consider these options. I usually book my stay via  laterooms.com , however there are alternative options as well

  • Bowmore Hotel
  • The Islay Hotel
  • Local B&Bs in Bowmore and Port Allen

Staying close to the exam centre reduces stress and allows you to focus on your performance

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Islay Island Town driving test routes for better preparation, join the JNDS Online Driving Course, which is best for

  • For nervous or returning drivers
  • For international license holders looking to find UK regulations
  • For under-17 learners, preparing faster
  • For first-time test takers

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  • Road safety basics and advanced defensive driving tips
  • Navigating roundabouts, dual carriageways, and city traffic
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Best places to visit on the Island of Islay after your test

These are great places to relax after a test

  • Islay Coastline and Beaches
  • Bowmore Distillery Tour
  • Local cafes and restaurants

Best areas to stay in Islay Island

If you want to shift for practice or convenience, these areas are good

  • Bowmore - Town centre and amenities
  • Port Allen - Coastal area with local shops
  • Bridgend - Peaceful residential area
  • Lagavulin - a coastal powerhouse

What if you don't pass the test?

Don't worry if you don't pass, follow these steps

  • Take refresher lessons with a local driving instructor
  • Join an online course
  • Islay Island Town driving test routes practice again

Key facts

Location

Bowmore, Aslay, PA43 7HA


Amenities

Latrine, impaired get to, stopping on location


Training Support

JNDS Online Driving Course available


Local stay 

Bowmore Hotel, The Islay Hotel, local B&B


Holding Up Time (2024–2025) 

9.8 weeks


Test Conducted

Car (Category B) Driving Test (Manual and Automatic)


Recommended practice areas 

Bowmore Town Centre, Port Allen, Coastal Roads


Preparation Tip 

Islay Island Town driving test routes understood well in advance


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