Geelong VicRoads Driving Test Routes Book Test

You can book your Victorian drive test online through the VicRoads website (vicroads.vic.gov.au), by phone on 13 11 71, or in person at a VicRoads Customer Service Centre. You must have passed both the Learner Permit Knowledge Test and Hazard Perception Test (HPT) before booking.

Geelong test routes start from 180 Fyans Street and head east along Fyans Street, a busy arterial road. Routes typically turn left onto Moorabool Street through the Geelong CBD, then right onto Bellarine Highway. You will also navigate Normanby Street, Myers Street, and Wilsons Road which features multiple roundabouts. The test covers a mix of CBD streets, arterial roads, and residential areas across Victoria's second largest city.

To take the VicRoads drive test, you must: be at least 18 years old, have held your learner permit for at least 12 months, completed 120 hours of supervised driving (including 10 hours at night) if under 25, and passed the Hazard Perception Test (HPT). You also need a roadworthy registered vehicle.

Common fail reasons at Geelong include failing to give way when turning right at intersections, poor roundabout navigation on Wilsons Road, inadequate head checks when changing lanes on Moorabool Street, and speed management errors. Driving too slowly without good reason counts as a critical error. Exceeding the speed limit by 5 km/h or more results in immediate test termination. Not stopping correctly at STOP signs is another frequent mistake.

The VicRoads drive test costs $51.80 plus a $21.50 appointment fee, totalling $73.30. Under the Motorist Package, the first online Learner Permit Knowledge Test and Hazard Perception Test are free. If you fail, you pay the full drive test fee again but the appointment fee is waived if you rebook.

The VicRoads driving test at Geelong runs 30 to 35 minutes in two stages. Stage 1 lasts about 10 minutes through quieter residential streets near the centre for basic manoeuvres. You need 80% of assessment tasks marked 'Yes' to progress to Stage 2, which runs 20 minutes on busier roads including Moorabool Street and Bellarine Highway. More than one critical error in Stage 1, or more than two across the entire test, results in immediate termination. The test fee is $304.50.

Victoria has the highest driving test pass rate in Australia at 75%, well above the national average of 62%. Even the lowest-performing centre in Victoria (Dandenong at 67%) still exceeds the national average. 9 out of the top 10 pass rate centres in Australia are in Victoria. (Data: EzLicence 2024-2025)

The VicRoads drive test takes approximately 30 minutes. It starts with pre-drive checks (seatbelts, mirrors, indicators, wipers, lights), then covers suburban driving and may include higher-speed roads. You will do either a three-point turn OR reverse parallel parking (examiner chooses). The test has two stages covering different road environments.

Geelong Customer Service Centre has a 3.6-star Google rating from 291 reviews, with mixed but generally fair feedback. Examiners give clear verbal instructions and will repeat directions if you ask politely. The centre offers an interpreter service for candidates who need language support during the test — you can request this when booking. Some candidates who struggled at busier Melbourne centres like Carlton found Geelong examiners more relaxed.

Instant fail items include: running a red light, speeding, not stopping at stop signs, failing to give way, causing danger to other road users, any collision, not checking blind spots when changing lanes, and any action requiring examiner intervention. Forgetting to cancel your indicator after a lane change can also result in a fail.

Bring: your current learner permit, proof of identity, a roadworthy vehicle with current registration and insurance, and your supervising driver (who must hold a full licence for 2+ years). Arrive at least 15 minutes early. The vehicle must have L plates displayed and no warning lights on the dashboard.

Wilsons Road on the Geelong test route has multiple roundabouts that are a key challenge. Always give way to vehicles already in the roundabout. Signal left when turning left, do not signal when going straight, and signal right then left when turning right or doing a U-turn. Approach each roundabout at a safe speed, check all entry points for traffic, and maintain your lane position throughout.

Yes. Drivers from recognised countries (UK, USA, Canada, NZ, EU, Japan, Singapore and others on the Austroads list) can convert directly without tests. Drivers from non-recognised countries including China must pass the Knowledge Test, Hazard Perception Test, and Drive Test. A NAATI certified translation is required for non-English licences.

Geelong test routes include varying speed zones from 40 km/h in school zones to 50 km/h in residential streets, 60 km/h on CBD roads like Moorabool Street, and up to 80 km/h on sections of Bellarine Highway. You must adjust speed smoothly before reaching each new zone. Exceeding the limit by even 5 km/h triggers immediate termination, while driving significantly below the limit without reason is also marked as a critical error.

If you fail, you will receive feedback on what to improve. You can rebook immediately but must pay the drive test fee again ($51.80). There is no limit on attempts. Given Victoria's high 75% pass rate, most candidates pass within 1-2 attempts with adequate preparation.

The most common fail reasons are: not making head checks obvious enough (examiners need to see you turn your head), forgetting to cancel indicators after lane changes, poor mirror checking frequency, failing to give way at roundabouts, speeding in school zones (40km/h), and incorrect hook turn procedure in Melbourne CBD.

Mid-morning between 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM on Tuesday to Thursday is ideal, as traffic is lighter and school zones are typically inactive. Avoid morning rush hour before 9 AM, school pick-up time around 2:30 to 3:30 PM, and afternoon peak after 5 PM. Fyans Street experiences moderate congestion during peak hours, so off-peak bookings help reduce stress.

A hook turn is a right turn made from the left lane, unique to Melbourne CBD where tram tracks occupy the centre of the road. You pull into the left lane, wait for the cross-street light to turn green, then complete your right turn. Hook turns are unlikely in the drive test unless your test centre is in the CBD area (e.g., Carlton).

If under 25, you must complete 120 hours of supervised driving (including 10 night hours) recorded in your logbook. This is one of the highest requirements in Australia. If 25 or older, there is no mandatory hour requirement, but VicRoads recommends extensive practice. Most successful candidates have at least 5-10 hours of professional lessons.

Geelong is considered moderately challenging but manageable with preparation. Some candidates who failed at busier Melbourne centres like Carlton have switched to Geelong and passed, finding the traffic calmer and routes more predictable. However, the test still requires solid skills — Moorabool Street CBD traffic, Wilsons Road roundabouts, and Bellarine Highway speed transitions all demand confidence. Note that there is construction near the testing centre with temporary 40 km/h limits, so practise the area beforehand.

Based on EzLicence data (2024-2025), Melbourne test centres with the highest pass rates are: Frankston (~80%, the highest in all of Australia), Geelong (77%), Werribee (~75%), Melton (~74%), and Bundoora (~73%). All Victorian centres exceed the national average of 62%.

Focus on these key areas: 1) Practise driving on Fyans Street, Moorabool Street, Bellarine Highway, and Wilsons Road to build familiarity with actual test routes, 2) Master roundabout entry, signalling, and exit procedures — Wilsons Road roundabouts are heavily tested, 3) Practise right turns with proper give way to oncoming traffic, 4) Learn all speed zone transitions including the temporary 40 km/h construction zone near the centre, 5) Exaggerate your head checks so the examiner clearly sees you looking. If English is not your first language, you can request an interpreter when booking.

While all Victorian centres have pass rates above the national average, the more challenging ones include: Dandenong (67%), Heatherton (64%), and Broadmeadows (69%). Carlton is perceived as difficult by Chinese learners due to tram tracks and CBD traffic, though its pass rate is around 70%.

Victoria uses a Graduated Licensing System: Learner Permit (age 16+), P1 Red Probationary (age 18+, after 12 months on L), P2 Green Probationary (after 1 year on P1), and Full Licence (after 3 years on P2 or age 22). P1 drivers have a zero BAC limit and passenger restrictions at night.

Bring your current Victorian learner permit, proof of identity, and a roadworthy vehicle with valid registration and insurance. The vehicle must have working seatbelts, indicators, lights, and mirrors. Arrive at 180 Fyans Street, South Geelong at least 15 minutes early to complete paperwork. Book your appointment in advance through VicRoads as walk-ins may face long waits. The centre is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

While not mandatory, professional lessons are highly recommended. Most first-time passers have 5-10+ hours with a qualified instructor. Victorian instructors know the specific test routes and criteria. Each hour with an instructor counts as 3 hours in your logbook (up to 10 instructor hours = 30 logbook hours).

You need: your original overseas licence, NAATI certified translation (if not in English), passport and visa, proof of Victorian address (utility bill or bank statement), completed application form, and payment. Permanent residents must convert within 6 months. Temporary visa holders can drive on their overseas licence with an English translation.