Canterbury Theory Test Centre
Canterbury Theory Test Centre Address
Suite EThe Clock Tower Building
St Georges Street
Canterbury
CT1 2LE
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Canterbury Theory Test Centre – Your Complete Booking Guide
Welcome to Book My Theory Test Online – your hassle-free service for booking the DVSA theory test in Canterbury. We charge £46.99 which includes your DVSA test fee plus up to 3 free resits.
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📍 Canterbury Test Centre Location
Suite E
The Clock Tower Building
St Georges Street
Canterbury
Kent
CT1 2LE
The test centre is located in Suite E of The Clock Tower Building on St Georges Street, in Canterbury city centre. Look for DVSA signs near the entrance.
⚠️ Before you travel: Always double-check your test centre address in your booking confirmation email.
⚠️ Important Note: Canterbury is a busy tourist destination. Allow extra time for traffic and parking, especially during summer months and weekends.
🚗 Getting to Your Test – Transport Options
Parking
There are several parking options near St Georges Street:
- Queningate car park – approximately 2-minute walk, £1.60 per hour
- Longport car park – nearby option
- Other town centre car parks – check local signage
Check live space availability on Parkopedia.
By Bus
Canterbury bus station is on St Georges Lane, approximately 0.2 miles (3-minute walk) from the test centre.
Plan your journey with Citymapper.
By Train
Canterbury East Station is on Station Road East, CT1 2RB, approximately 0.5 miles (11-minute walk) from the test centre. Services run to London Victoria, Dover Priory, and Ramsgate.
Canterbury West Station is also nearby, with services to London St Pancras.
📞 Need Help? Contact the DVSA
The test centre has no direct phone line. For booking enquiries:
📞 0300 200 1122 (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm)
🔗 Book directly with GOV.UK (test fee only – £23, no resits included)
✅ What Score Do You Need to Pass?
| Section | Questions | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple-choice | 50 questions | 43 out of 50 (86%) |
| Hazard perception | 14 video clips | 44 out of 75 (59%) |
You need to pass both parts on the same day. Get the full details on the official DVSA theory test page.
📊 Canterbury Pass Rates – What You Should Know
The national average pass rate for the theory test is approximately 51%. Your success depends on preparation, not the test centre.
See the latest statistics: DVSA official pass rate data.
📍 Other Test Centres Near Canterbury
If Canterbury is fully booked, try one of these nearby centres:
- Ashford Theory Test Centre – approximately 12 miles south-east
- Margate Theory Test Centre – approximately 15 miles east
- Dover Theory Test Centre – approximately 16 miles south-east
- Maidstone Theory Test Centre – approximately 20 miles north-west
📋 What to Bring on Test Day
You must bring your provisional driving licence (photocard). If you have an old paper licence, bring a valid passport too.
✅ Bring your booking confirmation email (printed or on your phone).
❌ Without your licence, you will not be admitted and you will lose your test fee.
Read the full DVSA test day checklist.
🔄 Need to Change or Cancel Your Test?
| Action | Notice Required | Refund/Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Reschedule | 3+ working days | Free |
| Cancel | 3+ working days | Full refund |
| Any change | Less than 3 days | No refund |
Use the GOV.UK cancellation service to make changes.
📚 Free Resources to Help You Pass
| Resource | What It Helps With |
|---|---|
| The Highway Code | Rules, signs, and markings |
| Safe Driving for Life | Official DVSA study materials |
| Free practice tests | Mock exams to build confidence |
| Hazard perception practice | Learn to spot developing hazards |