What Is the G2 Test Route in Ontario?

DriveTest does not officially publish the exact routes used at each centre. Routes are designed by local centre management and can be updated periodically. However, because each centre uses a limited set of roads near its location, candidates and driving instructors often have a strong working knowledge of what routes typically cover. Many instructors who specialize in local test preparation will practice with you on the roads most likely to appear on your test.

While specific routes vary by centre, most G2 test routes include a similar set of driving situations.

The most reliable strategy is to take lessons specifically designed around your test centre. Experienced local instructors know which streets, turns, and intersections appear most frequently on the route. Some schools offer dedicated route-familiarization lessons in the area surrounding the centre. You can also drive the area yourself (with a licensed supervisor if you hold a G1) to build familiarity.

No. Knowing the general route helps reduce anxiety and surprises, but the examiner is evaluating how you drive, not whether you recognize the roads. Candidates who know every turn but drive poorly still fail. Focus on executing the fundamentals correctly: stopping completely, checking mirrors and blind spots, signaling, and maintaining proper speed. Route knowledge is a complement to skill, not a replacement for it.