Theory Test Centres in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Driving in and around Cambridge

Preparing for your DVSA theory test in Cambridge means understanding how the Highway Code applies to a busy university city with a unique road layout. The historic centre has many narrow one-way streets, restricted zones and pedestrianised areas around King’s Parade, Market Hill and Trinity Street. Knowing the rules on one-way systems, no-entry signs and loading restrictions is essential, as questions often reflect these types of situations.

Major routes such as the A14, M11 and A428 bring heavy traffic into the city, especially around junctions near Girton and Trumpington. You should be confident with motorway and dual carriageway rules, including lane discipline, variable speed limits and joining or leaving high-speed roads. The A1134 ring road (including Newmarket Road, Elizabeth Way and Fen Causeway) features complex roundabouts and signal-controlled junctions that are typical of theory test scenarios on lane markings, signalling and priority.

Cyclists, buses and shared spaces

Cambridge has one of the highest rates of cycling in the UK, so the DVSA places strong emphasis on sharing the road safely. Expect questions about giving vulnerable road users enough space, especially on routes like Hills Road, Mill Road and Milton Road where cycle lanes, bus lanes and parked cars often sit side by side. You should revise Highway Code guidance on overtaking cyclists, advanced stop lines (bike boxes) at traffic lights, and priority at toucan and cycle-only crossings.

Bus corridors serving Cambridge Railway Station, Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Guided Busway interchange near the Science Park also generate realistic theory questions. Make sure you understand bus lane signs, times of operation and when you may or may not enter them.

Weather, visibility and rural roads

Although Cambridge is inland, the flat Fenland landscape around the city can lead to fog, strong crosswinds and surface water, particularly on rural roads towards Ely, Newmarket and St Ives. The DVSA theory test will assess your knowledge of appropriate speed in poor visibility, safe stopping distances in wet or icy conditions and the correct use of headlights and fog lights.

Many routes just outside Cambridge, such as the B1047 towards Horningsea or lanes around Grantchester and Barton, are narrow with sharp bends and agricultural traffic. Be ready for questions on passing horses, following tractors and using passing places safely. Linking these local conditions to the Highway Code helps you answer hazard perception and multiple-choice questions with real confidence.