Airdrie Driving Test Routes

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The Routes

Route 1 Instructions:

From the Driving Test Centre, turn left.
On Wilson Street, go ahead at the crossroads, then turn left.
At the end of Whinhall Street, turn left.
On Wilson Street, turn right.
On Westermavisbank, turn left.
At the end of Westermavisbank Street, turn right.
On North Bridge Street, turn right at the traffic lights.
On High Street, turn left.
On Wellwynd, turn right at the traffic lights.
On Stirling Street, take the left exit at the roundabout.
On Circular Road, take the right exit at the roundabout.
On Cairnhill Road, take the right exit at the roundabout.
On Calderbank Road, continue through Calderbank Village and turn right at the end.
On Boness Road, turn right.
On the A8 slip road, take the Glasgow exit for Coatbridge, then turn left at the end.
On North Road, go ahead at the roundabout.
On Whifflett Street, go ahead at the traffic lights and ahead at the roundabout.
On Coatbank Street, go ahead at the first roundabout, then take the right exit at the next.
On Main Street, go ahead at the roundabout.
On Deedes Street, take the 2nd left at the traffic lights.
Return to the Driving Test Centre.

Note: This route is an older example and has been updated.
All current routes are on the app.

1. From the Driving Test Centre, turn left.
2. On Wilson Street, take the 4th left.
3. On Mavisbank Street, take the 2nd exit at the roundabout.
4. At the end of McKenna Drive, turn right.
5. On Mulvey Crescent, go ahead at the crossroads.
6. On Centenary Avenue, take the 4th left.
7. At the end of Lavelle Drive, turn left.
8. At the end of Kildonan Street, turn left.
9. On Dunbeth Road, take the 3rd exit at the roundabout.
10. On Coatbank Street, take the 3rd exit at the roundabout.
11. On Dundyvan Road, take the 3rd left.
* Updated, complete route available on the app.
1. From the Driving Test Centre, turn left.
2. On Wilson Street, take the 4th left.
3. On Mavisbank Street, take the 2nd exit at the roundabout.
4. At the end of McKenna Drive, turn right.
5. On Mulvey Crescent, go ahead at the crossroads.
6. On Centenary Avenue / Agnew Avenue, take the 5th left.
7. On Lavelle Drive, turn left at the crossroads.
8. At the end of Kildowan Street, turn left.
9. On Dunbeth Road, take the 2nd exit at the roundabout.
10. On East Kilbride Road, take the 3rd exit at the roundabout.
11. On Whifflet Street, take the 2nd exit at the roundabout.
* Updated, complete route available on the app.
1. From the Driving Test Centre, turn left at the traffic lights.
2. On Commonside Street / Glenmavis Village, turn right at the end.
3. n Raebog Road, take the right exit at the roundabout.
4. On Stirling Road, go ahead at the roundabout.
5. On Motherwell Street, take the 2nd left.
6. On Drumbathie Road / Colliertree Road, turn left.
7. At the end of Drumgelloch Street, turn right.
8. On Forrest Street, go ahead at the roundabout.
10. On Clark Street, take the left exit at the roundabout.
11. On Gartlea Road, take the right exit at the roundabout.
12. On New Road, take the left exit at the roundabout.
* Updated, complete route available on the app.

Based on the 20 route variations offered in the app:

Average Length: 9.1 miles

Average Duration: 41 minutes

Key Areas To Focus On

Airdrie has a few key roads and roundabouts that show up on most test routes. Spending some time practising these spots will really help your drive feel more predictable and give you a real confidence boost!

Wilson Street

Featuring near the very start of most routes, often with multiple left or right turns close together. It’s a great place to get settled into your drive early - keep your observations going and be ready for several junctions in quick succession.

Whifflet Street

A busy through-road with roundabouts, traffic lights, and changing traffic flow. It’s ideal for practising your defensive driving: checking mirrors often, adjusting speed smoothly, and handling junctions with confidence.

Coatbank Street Roundabouts

These roundabouts come up repeatedly and sometimes back-to-back. They’re perfect for showing the examiner your technique... approachng steadily, judging priority, and keeping the car moving without hesitating.

Dundyvan Road & Barrowfield Street Area

Appearing in several routes and including tighter turns, small roundabouts and end-of-road junctions. It’s great for clutch control and positioning practice.

Carnbroe Road Roundabouts (A8 Area)

A cluster of consecutive roundabouts near the A8 slip roads that will test your ability to judge gaps, maintain progress, and choose the correct exit under slightly faster-moving conditions.

Bonus Tips

Using our app will give you a huge boost in confidence, and almost certainly increase your chances of passing on test day. Combine the app with these extra tips for the ultimate preparation plan:

Route Preview

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All Weather

Drive in all weather… rain or shine! It might be raining on test day, so get some practice sessions in all weather for added experience.

Traffic Patterns

Don’t avoid rush hour… be sure to get some clutch-control practise stuck in traffic, as it may well be the same during your exam.

Airdrie Driving Test Centre

Situated in a convenient location on Aitchison Street, between ALDI and the Airdrie War Memorial, there are good transport links across Lanarkshire, making it simple to reach from most places. Male, female and disabled toilets are available on site, though parking is not provided. You will need to park locally and head in just prior to your appointment. The current pass rate of 41% is currently slightly lower than the national average. For directions, use Google Maps or Streetview.

Address & Contact

Airdrie Driving Test Centre
7 Aitchison Street,
Airdrie
ML6 0DA
Lanarkshire
United Kingdom

Tel: 0300 200 1122

Pass Rate

The average pass rate for Airdrie Test Centre is 41% which is slighly below the national average pass rate of 48.4% according to the DVSA.

Waiting Times

The average waiting time to book a driving test at Airdrie Test Centre is 19.3 weeks based on the latest April 2022 to March 2023 figures.

Booking Your Test

Online (faster): www.gov.uk/book-driving-test
By phone: 0300 200 1122

Nearby Test Centres

If you can’t find a suitable date, or would like to try somewhere different altogether, you can take your test at any other DVSA Testing Centre. Here are some alternatives nearby: Glasgow (Baillieston), Glasgow (Bishopbriggs), and Hamilton being the closest.

Facilities

Toilet facilities
Disabled access

Available Tests

Car
ADI Part 3

Airdrie Driving Test Routes