North Carolina's Division of Motor Vehicles conducts road tests at driver license offices from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Outer Banks. In fact new drivers working toward their limited learner permit or full license can find testing centers throughout all 100 counties.
Use our interactive NC map to pinpoint DMV locations by region, or scroll through the complete DMV directory below. You can also view the available test routes ready to practice.
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Aberdeen DMV Driving Test Routes
521 South Sandhills Boulevard, Aberdeen NC 28315
Ahoskie Driver License Driving Test Routes
242 NC 42 West, Ahoskie NC 27910
Albemarle DMV Driving Test Routes
611 Concord Road, Albemarle NC 28001
Andrews DMV Driving Test Routes
1440 Main St., Andrews NC 28901
Ashe County Law Enforcement Center Driver License Driving Test Routes
140 Government Circle, Jefferson NC 28640
Asheboro DMV Driving Test Routes
2754 US Highway 220 Business South, Asheboro NC 27205
Asheville (Driver License Express) DMV Driving Test Routes
The driving test routes featured on this site are created following North Carolina's testing standards. They follow the same road types, traffic scenarios, and duration of official examinations. The directions you'll encounter on any of the routes - merging onto busier streets, navigating school zones, executing proper turns - remain consistent whether you test in Wilmington or Winston-Salem.
Driving Real Routes
If your looking for driver-verified routes with precise turn-by-turn directions, the 'Driving Test Routes' mobile application provides real GPS-mapped routes for each DMV location. These routes come directly from test-takers and live GPS recordings, offering the most accurate and current NC test routes available.
Familiarity = Confidence
North Carolina's roads will challenge any learner driver, with conditions unique to the area: traffic circles in suburban developments, foothill communities, higher-speed transitions, and heavy commuter corridors. Practicing the same roads you will drive on your exam will give you the confidence needed to relax on test day... so you can focus on demonstrating your driving skills.
North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles
The NC DMVs provide licensing services throughout the 100 counties - from initial learner permits to license renewals. This statewide system ensures both learner and current drivers have access to everything required for legal vehicle operation.
Services Available
Learner Permits and New Licenses: Teenagers and adults can take knowledge exams, complete vision screenings, and get limited learner permits.
Renewals: North Carolina driver licenses typically expire every eight years. Renewal options include visiting your nearest office in person, using online services, or renewing by mail.
Replacement and Corrections: Lost, stolen, or damaged licenses can be replaced at any office. Name changes, address updates, and other corrections are also processed on site.
Road Test Appointments: Behind-the-wheel exams are all scheduled through the DMV appointment system.
Identification: Both standard and REAL ID-compliant credentials are available depending on documentation provided.
Finding North Carolina DMV Locations
Offices operate in all communities throughout North Carolina, with concentrated services in urban centers and strategic placement throughout the rural counties. Find your nearest DMV by:
