Anyone driving to the Slough theory test centre usually joins the M4 and comes off at junction 6 or 7, following signs into the town centre where nearby parking is available. Both junctions feed onto roundabouts that carry heavy commuter traffic at peak times, so learners who plan to test locally should get some practice reading those roundabouts before test day, since examiners often route candidates through similar layouts. Rail passengers should head for Slough railway station, from where it’s a short walk or a quick bus ride to the centre. Local bus routes run frequently through the town, so check the timetable for a service that stops near the test venue rather than assuming you’ll simply spot it. Arrive at least ten minutes before your slot, since DVSA staff won’t admit latecomers and a missed appointment means booking and paying again. For learners weighing up course options before booking, LPOD’s full range of intensive courses covers everything from short refresher packages to longer beginner courses, and the theory test costs guide sets out exactly what the £23 fee includes. Learners from Maidenhead and Iver often combine the Slough centre with intensive lessons based locally, since the routes examiners use for the practical test cover much of the same road network. The provisional licence card itself is required at the desk, and if corrective lenses are part of your normal driving, don’t leave them at home. Three working days is the minimum wait before resitting a failed theory test, and passing opens the door to booking a £62 weekday practical test. Staff confirm your result before you leave the building, and a printed statement follows in the post shortly after, so there’s no lengthy wait to find out how you did.
Page reviewed and updated 17 July 2026.