Route 2017 covers 16.5 miles in about 38 minutes as a single stage, heading north out of Stranraer through Leswalt and Kirkcolm, with limits of 30 and 60 mph. It is the longest route by distance at this test centre and the quietest for junction work, with only two left turns, two right turns and two roundabouts, and no traffic lights.

Watch Out For

• Extended 60 mph rural roads where bends and dips hide oncoming traffic.
• The drop to 30 mph entering Leswalt and Kirkcolm, arriving straight after fast open road.
• A pedestrian crossing on the edge of Stranraer.
• Farm entrances and slow agricultural vehicles.

Route Features

• Ervie Road, the long northern leg through open country.
• Two roundabouts, both taken by giving way to the right and signalling left on exit.
• No 20 mph section anywhere on the route, so most of the drive sits at higher speeds.

Test Manoeuvres

• A pull up on the left back in Stranraer, so look for a safe legal kerb space.

Key Tips

• Hold a steady 60 mph where the road allows, since driving far under the limit costs marks.