Original Published Test Routes
Step-by-step directions for all 20 original DVSA-published routes from 341 Springhill Parkway, Business Park, Glasgow.
Route & Road Guide
Road Type Split
Approximate breakdown based on road names and instructions across all 20 routes.
What to Expect at Glasgow (Baillieston)
- With 7.2 roundabouts per route on average, Glasgow (Baillieston) is more roundabout-intensive than most UK centres. Route 5 has the highest concentration with 13, including Springhill Parkway.
- Route 4 alone has 9 sets of traffic lights — the most of any route here. Confident, smooth stops and pull-aways are essential.
- The 45% pass rate at Glasgow (Baillieston) is broadly in line with the national average of 47.9% — this is a fair, well-rounded test where solid all-round preparation is rewarded.
- There is a big spread in route complexity — Route 5 is the longest and most demanding at 40 steps, while Route 11 is the most manageable at 19. Practise both ends of the range.
- Familiarise yourself with Edinburgh Rd, Springhill Parkway and Springcroft Rd before your test — they come up repeatedly across the routes and knowing their junctions and speed limits will save you on the day.
Tricky Spots on the Glasgow (Baillieston) Test
Junctions and road sections that appear frequently and catch learners out.
Most Frequent Roads
These roads appear across the most routes — be sure to practise them.
| Road | Routes | Frequency | Typical Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Rd | 20 / 20 | Left turn | |
| Springhill Parkway | 20 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| Springcroft Rd | 16 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| Springcroft Drive | 14 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| Barrachnie Rd | 12 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| Springcroft Avenue | 12 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| Hamilton Rd | 10 / 20 | Left turn | |
| Hallhill Rd | 8 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| Langmuir Rd | 8 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| Easterhouse Rd | 7 / 20 | Left turn |
Roundabout Analysis
The routes include 144 roundabouts across 20 routes — these are the most important.
Glasgow (Baillieston) Test Centre
341 Springhill Parkway, Business Park, Glasgow, City of Glasgow, G69 6GA
- Mon 8:00–16:00
- Tue 8:00–16:00
- Wed 8:00–16:00
- Thu 8:00–16:00
- Fri 8:00–16:00
- Sat Closed
- Sun Closed