Otago Driving Test Routes

Practise REAL routes for a confident test day!

Upcoming Restricted or Full test in Otago? From Dunedin, to Queenstown, to Oamaru, this page lists every test centre - along with the routes to practise.

You’ll also find Otago's pass rates, resources, and tips to feel ready for test day.

Alexandra Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Alexandra, 41 Dunstan Road, Alexandra

Balclutha Driving Test Routes

AA Balclutha, Balclutha Mitsubishi, 79 Clyde Street, Balclutha

Dunedin Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Dunedin South, 14 Teviot Street, Dunedin

Oamaru Driving Test Routes

AA Oamaru, 273 Thames Street, Oamaru

Queenstown Driving Test Routes

VTNZ Queenstown, 55 Glenda Drive, Frankton, Queenstown

The Routes

Otago’s roads are as varied as the region itself... that’s why knowing the test route in advance gives you a real edge.

By driving the same streets, intersections and roundabouts used during your exam... you’ll feel far more confident behind the wheel.

How Are the Routes Compiled?

  • GPS data: Mapped using real GPS data from actual driving tests throughout Otago.
  • Local knowledge: Input from instructors and test-takers to ensure accuracy and relevance.

Otago Pass Rates

Test Type Age Group Tests Passes Fails 2023 Pass Rate Change from 2022
FULL 16-24 years 2,886 2,130 756 74% ↓ -3.0%
FULL 25-29 years 893 534 359 60% ↓ -5.0%
FULL 30-34 years 985 523 462 53% ↓ -6.0%
FULL 35-39 years 681 355 326 52% ↓ -3.0%
FULL 40 and over 882 422 460 48% ↓ -5.0%
LEARNER 16-24 years 4,728 3,407 1,321 72% ↓ -1.0%
LEARNER 25-29 years 923 581 342 63% ↓ -5.0%
LEARNER 30-34 years 951 598 353 63% ↓ -5.0%
LEARNER 35-39 years 752 424 328 56% ↓ -9.0%
LEARNER 40 and over 906 527 379 58% ↑ +3.0%
RESTRICTED 16-24 years 3,956 2,155 1,801 54% ↓ -3.0%
RESTRICTED 25-29 years 428 200 228 47% ↓ -1.0%
RESTRICTED 30-34 years 293 135 158 46% → +0.0%
RESTRICTED 35-39 years 172 78 94 45% ↑ +1.0%
RESTRICTED 40 and over 225 87 138 39% ↓ -1.0%

Useful Otago Driving Links

NZTA - Licensing Overview

All stages of the NZ driver licence process from learner to full, including test requirements and all resources.
Booking Practical Tests in Otago

Find AA and VTNZ locations across Otago for booking or sitting your practical driving test.
The NZ Road Code

The official Road Code to prepare for both your theory and practical tests.
NZTA Safe Driving Tips

How to stay safe on Otago’s roads, especially in winter or rural conditions. A must-read for all learners.
Otago Weather Forecast - MetService

Check the weather conditions before practising the routes, especially during the colder months.

Otago Driving Test Statistics

13

Test Centres

5

Offer 1F + 1R

0

Mobile Units

65

Test Routes

Routes Checked 1 September 2025

  • VTNZ Queenstown Checked
  • AA Oamaru Checked
  • AA Balclutha Checked
  • VTNZ Alexandra Checked
  • VTNZ Dunedin South Checked