Auckland Driving Test Routes

Boost your confidence by driving REAL Auckland test centre routes.

Taking your Restricted or Full driving test? Our Auckland directory gives you a complete list of all local test centres, including the routes available for each.

You can also find useful stats, links and information to help you prepare with confidence.

Albany Driving Test Routes

VTNZ North Harbour, 3-5 Saturn Place, Albany

Glen Innes Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Glen Innes, 139 Apirana Avenue, Glen Innes, 1072

Highbrook Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Highbrook, 33 Cryers Road, Highbrook, 2013

Manukau Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Driving Centre Auckland Business Chamber Manukau, 33 Lambie Drive, Manukau

Manukau Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Wiri, 103 Roscommon Road, Wiri, Manukau, 2104

Mount Wellington Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Pacific Rise, C4/4 Pacific Rise, Mount Wellington

New Lynn Driving Test Routes

VTNZ New Lynn, 46 Portage Road, New Lynn, 0600

Pukekohe Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Pukekohe, 14-26 Subway Road, Pukekohe, 1023

Silverdale Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Silverdale, 5 Furnace Place, Silverdale, 0932

Takanini Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Takanini, 2-14 Spartan Road, Takanini, 2105

Takapuna Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Driving Centre - Takapuna Rugby Football Club, 44B Northcote Road, Takapuna

Warkworth Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Warkworth, 6/14 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth, 0910

Westgate Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Westgate, 2-6 Pinot Lane, Westgate, 0614

The Test Routes

Practising on the same roads used during actual Auckland tests will help you get familiar with tricky intersections, speed changes, and roundabouts. With a bit of local knowledge, you’ll build the confidence and awareness needed to pass first time!

Are These Auckland Test Routes Real?

Yes - absolutely. The routes on the app are carefully compiled to reflect real test conditions at Auckland’s testing centres. Here’s how it's done:

  • Verified Mapping: GPS-recorded data from learner drivers and instructors who have recently taken real tests.
  • Instructor Feedback: Tips and feedback from qualified driving instructors who know the tests inside out.
  • Video Analysis: Analysis of recorded test footage to ensure routes match real-world exam conditions.

Auckland Pass Rates

Test Type Age Group Tests Passes Fails 2023 Pass Rate Change from 2022
FULL 16-24 years 19,377 13,121 6,256 68% ↓ -5.0%
FULL 25-29 years 10,929 6,034 4,895 55% ↓ -10.0%
FULL 30-34 years 10,792 5,439 5,353 50% ↓ -8.0%
FULL 35-39 years 9,187 4,436 4,751 48% ↓ -8.0%
FULL 40 and over 12,938 6,154 6,784 48% ↓ -8.0%
LEARNER 16-24 years 40,258 27,488 12,770 68% ↓ -3.0%
LEARNER 25-29 years 10,379 6,073 4,306 59% ↓ -5.0%
LEARNER 30-34 years 11,267 6,746 4,521 60% ↓ -5.0%
LEARNER 35-39 years 9,814 5,772 4,042 59% ↓ -6.0%
LEARNER 40 and over 14,923 8,168 6,755 55% ↑ +1.0%
RESTRICTED 16-24 years 30,719 15,661 15,058 51% ↓ -3.0%
RESTRICTED 25-29 years 4,408 2,175 2,233 49% ↓ -2.0%
RESTRICTED 30-34 years 3,256 1,479 1,777 45% ↓ -2.0%
RESTRICTED 35-39 years 2,011 866 1,145 43% ↓ -2.0%
RESTRICTED 40 and over 2,751 1,026 1,725 37% ↓ -3.0%

Useful Auckland Driving Links

NZTA - Driver Licences

Official information on applying for learner, restricted or full car licences and booking practical tests across Auckland.
NZTA - Auckland Licensing Agents

AA and VTNZ licensing agents in Auckland where you can book or take your practical driving test.
Practical Driving Test Guide (NZTA)

Official guide explaining what happens during restricted and full licence driving tests, including timing, vehicle checks and test-day requirements.
Driving Safely - NZTA Advice

Essential safety tips for Auckland roads. Covering fatigue, distractions, seatbelt use and driving risks.
Auckland Traffic & Roadworks (Journey Planner)

Live updates on traffic, roadworks and delays across Auckland, useful for planning practice drives.

Auckland Driving Test Statistics

37

Test Centres

13

Offer 1F + 1R

2

Mobile Units

185

Test Routes

Routes Checked 1 September 2025

  • VTNZ Pukekohe Checked
  • VTNZ Takanini Updated
  • VTNZ Westgate Checked
  • VTNZ Pacific Rise Checked
  • VTNZ Driving Centre Auckland Business Chamber Manukau Checked
  • VTNZ Driving Centre - Takapuna Rugby Football Club Checked
  • VTNZ Glen Innes Checked
  • VTNZ Silverdale Updated
  • VTNZ Wiri Updated
  • VTNZ Warkworth Checked