Original Published Test Routes
Step-by-step directions for all 20 original DVSA-published routes from Regus, 1 Ashton Court, Kingsmead Business Park, High Wycombe.
Route & Road Guide
Road Type Split
Approximate breakdown based on road names and instructions across all 20 routes.
What to Expect at High Wycombe
- Roundabouts are a defining feature — averaging 9.1 per route. Route 3 is the most demanding with 16, including Desborough Avenue.
- Traffic lights feature heavily — Route 17 includes 8 sets. Approach speed, correct positioning and smooth pull-away are all assessed.
- Pass rate 50%, close to the national average of 47.9% — a fair test. Consistent preparation across all routes is what counts.
- Routes vary significantly in length — from 25 to 38 steps. Route 3 is the most demanding overall; Route 6 the most straightforward.
- Key roads to know: Desborough Avenue, Lancaster Rd and Wellington Rd — these appear across the most routes and are the most likely to feature on your test.
Tricky Spots on the High Wycombe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desborough Avenue | 19 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| Lancaster Rd | 19 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| Wellington Rd | 19 / 20 | Left turn | |
| Marlow Hill | 17 / 20 | Right turn | |
| Marlow Rd | 15 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| Abbey Way | 12 / 20 | Roundabout | |
| West Wycombe Rd | 12 / 20 | Left turn | |
| Oxford Rd | 11 / 20 | Straight ahead | |
| The Pastures | 10 / 20 | Right turn | |
| Coates Lane | 9 / 20 | Left turn |
Roundabout Analysis
The routes include 182 roundabouts across 20 routes — these are the most important.
High Wycombe Test Centre
Regus, 1 Ashton Court, Kingsmead Business Park, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 1JU
- 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