New exam center in Arnhem city center from May 2026 + practical info about route, parking, and waiting times
Are you planning to take your theory exam or practical exam in Arnhem soon? Then there's good news! CBR Arnhem is moving to a brand new location in the city center in May 2026, within walking distance of Arnhem Central Station.
This relocation brings many benefits: better accessibility, shorter waiting times, and more capacity for theory exams. In this article, you'll read exactly what's changing, which CBR exam locations in Arnhem are involved, and how the relocation of theory and practical exams is being handled. This way, you'll know exactly where to go and what to expect during this transition period.
In May 2026, the CBR will open a new location for theory exams in the center of Arnhem. The new CBR Arnhem exam location will be at Bovenbeekstraat 26. This location is a former retail space of approximately 510 m². Currently, this location is being converted into a state of the art and accessible exam center. This new location is more accessible and should ensure there is more capacity for theory exams.
The main reason for the relocation is accessibility. According to a CBR spokesperson, this is something the CBR is currently doing at multiple locations throughout the Netherlands. The CBR wants customers to easily reach their exam location. Not everyone can drive to the CBR, so it's important that you can also reach the location by train, bus, bicycle, or on foot.
For you as a candidate, this means that soon you'll be able to get to your exam on time and without stress much more easily. The new location is within walking distance of Arnhem Central Station. This means that people who don't have a driver's license yet can easily come to the CBR by public transport. The CBR hopes to be much more accessible this way and make your experience on exam day much more relaxed.
Another advantage of the new location is that the CBR wants to administer around 55,000 theory exams per year here. That's significantly more than at the old location, allowing exams to be better distributed. For you, this means shorter waiting times and more options to schedule your theory exam Arnhem at a time that suits you. This way, you'll wait less and can get your theory certificate faster.
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📍 Address: Bovenbeekstraat 26, Arnhem
⏰ CBR Arnhem Opening Hours: Monday to Friday from 8:15 AM to 4:15 PM
🚶♂️ Walking Distance: 500 meters from Arnhem Central Station
🚗 Parking CBR Arnhem: QPark Broerenstraat or Rozet parking garage
The CBR relocation doesn't stop at theory exams. Practical exams in Arnhem will also get a temporary new location. The current building at Hazenkamp 10 is being completely renovated. From April 2026, all practical exams and driving tests will take place at Wassenaarweg 20, which is just a five-minute drive from the Hazenkamp location.
The renovation is expected to be completed in the summer of 2027. After that, all practical exams and driving tests will return to Hazenkamp 10.
The CBR relocation doesn't stop at theory exams. Practical exams in Arnhem will also get a temporary new location. The current building at Hazenkamp 10 is being completely renovated. From April 2026, all practical exams and driving tests will take place at Wassenaarweg 20, which is just a five-minute drive from the Hazenkamp location.
The renovation is expected to be completed in the summer of 2027. After that, all practical exams and driving tests will return to Hazenkamp 10.
Good news! Waiting times for practical exams have significantly improved. Due to the corona period, waiting times ran high, but now you can take your driving test within 8 weeks at most locations. In Arnhem it's even faster: there it's currently possible to schedule a practical exam within just 4 weeks.
Have you already completed your theory exam booking? Then you can quickly schedule your practical exam afterwards!
During the CBR relocation in Arnhem, it's extra important that you know exactly where your exam is taking place. Theory and practical exams may be administered at different locations temporarily. Therefore, always check your CBR invitation letter and confirm with the person who scheduled your exam if necessary. This way, you'll avoid surprises on the day itself.
📍 Bovenbeekstraat 26, Arnhem
🗓️ From May 2026
🚶♂️ Walking distance from Arnhem Central Station
🚗 Parking: QPark Broerenstraat or Rozet parking garage
📍 Wassenaarweg 20, Arnhem (temporary location)
🗓️ April 2026 through summer 2027
🚶♂️ 5 minutes drive from Hazenkamp 10
🛠️ After renovation, all practical exams return to Hazenkamp 10
💡Tip: The exact date and location of your exam can always be adjusted. Therefore, always check the email from the CBR before you leave. This way, you'll be sure of the location and can start your exam calmly
For everyone who wants to take their theory or practical exam in Arnhem, the CBR relocation brings many benefits.
The new CBR Arnhem theory location in the city center is more accessible for candidates, there is more capacity, and therefore waiting times will be shorter.
The temporary location for practical exams ensures that these exams can also proceed smoothly during the renovation. Make sure you're always well informed about the exam location and date of your reserved exam, so you can be at the right location without stress.
In short: it's becoming easier, more convenient, and much more pleasant for candidates to take exams in Arnhem. Want to be optimally prepared? Take a one day theory course or choose a flexible online theory course.
The new CBR Arnhem location for theory exams is located at Bovenbeekstraat 26 in the center of Arnhem, just 500 meters walking distance from Arnhem Central Station.
The new theory exam location at Bovenbeekstraat opens in May 2026. Practical exams are already moving temporarily to Wassenaarweg 20 in April 2026.
You can park at QPark Broerenstraat or Rozet parking garage. Both parking garages are within walking distance of the new CBR exam location at Bovenbeekstraat.
Due to the extra capacity at the new location, waiting times for theory exams in Arnhem will be shorter. For practical exams, the waiting time has already been reduced to approximately 4 weeks. Do you have questions about the CBR exam? Then check out our comprehensive FAQ page.
