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Folkestone

4 Guildhall Street, Folkestone, CT20 1DZ

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Trasy (9)

Folkestone Route 2

Moderate19.8 km31 min

Folkestone Route 5

Moderate16.3 km35 min

Folkestone Route 6

Moderate18.1 km41 min

Folkestone Route 8

Moderate11.4 km31 min

Folkestone Route 11

Moderate16.0 km38 min

Folkestone Route 12

Moderate28.1 km46 min

Folkestone Route 13

Moderate25.8 km47 min

Folkestone Route 14

Moderate16.5 km35 min

Folkestone Route 15

Moderate24.5 km44 min

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4 Guildhall Street, Folkestone, CT20 1DZ

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the Folkestone driving test centre?
Folkestone is located at 4 Guildhall Street, Folkestone, CT20 1DZ. See the map and "Get directions" button on this page.
What is the pass rate at Folkestone?
Pass-rate data for Folkestone is updated as soon as the DVSA publishes it. See our overall pass-rate ranking on /pass-rates.
How many routes does Driving Routes cover at Folkestone?
9 hand-verified practice routes, each with voice-guided turn-by-turn navigation on web, iPhone, Android, CarPlay and Android Auto.
What route is the examiner most likely to choose at Folkestone?
Examiners pick from a small pool of representative routes. The published routes on this page cover the pool — driving each one at least once in the two weeks before your test is the highest-leverage prep.
What's the test like at Folkestone?
A typical UK practical at Folkestone runs about 40 minutes including ~20 minutes of independent driving and one reversing manoeuvre.
Are the routes the actual roads used by examiners?
Yes. Every route is hand-verified by an approved driving instructor or a recent test-taker. Examiners choose from a pool of representative roads — our published routes cover that pool.
How long is the test at Folkestone?
The UK practical driving test is around 40 minutes including ~20 minutes of independent driving.
What types of test does Folkestone offer?
Standard car tests are offered at every centre. Some centres also offer motorcycle, LGV/CDL and instructor (ADI) tests — see the centre's official listing on the gov.uk site for current availability.
Can I book the test at Folkestone online?
Yes — book at gov.uk/book-driving-test. We've put a step-by-step guide at /book-driving-test.
How much does a test cost at Folkestone?
£62 weekday, £75 evenings/weekends. See /driving-test-cost for the full UK cost breakdown.
What documents do I need on test day at Folkestone?
Provisional licence (photocard) and your theory pass certificate.
What car should I use for the test at Folkestone?
Either your instructor's dual-controlled car or your own roadworthy car. Must have a current MOT and valid insurance.
What manoeuvres are tested at Folkestone?
One of: parallel parking, forward bay, reverse bay, or pull up on the right. About 1 in 3 candidates also gets an emergency stop. See /manoeuvres.
Are there roundabouts on the route at Folkestone?
Yes — most UK routes include roundabouts and mini-roundabouts. See /learn/roundabouts.
Are there motorways or freeways on the route at Folkestone?
Not usually on the standard test. Motorway driving is covered separately via Pass Plus after passing.
What time of day is best to take the test at Folkestone?
Mid-morning (10–11am) tends to balance reduced rush-hour traffic with cleared school-run congestion. Avoid the first slot if you're not a morning person.
What's the busiest road on the route at Folkestone?
The route detail pages on this site list each route's traffic-density rating. Pick the harder routes for your mock test 10 days out.
Can I practise the route myself before the test at Folkestone?
Yes — that's exactly what Driving Routes is built for. Drive each published route at least twice in the two weeks before your test, with voice guidance on the first pass and muted on the second.
What's the most common reason people fail at Folkestone?
Across UK DVSA centres, junction observation is the #1 fail. See /why-people-fail.
What happens if I fail my test at Folkestone?
You must wait 10 working days before rebooking. Use the time to fix the habit identified in the debrief.