How Much Does the G Road Test Cost in Ontario? Test Fee, Retakes and What Else to Budget

The official Ministry of Transportation (MTO) fee for taking the Class G road test in Ontario is $91.25 (HST included). Unlike your initial G2 road test—which is included in the integrated package fee paid when you first write your G1 knowledge test—the Class G road test requires an independent booking fee paid directly to DriveTest for every attempt.

For drivers holding an expiring G2 licence, understanding the complete financial picture of graduating to a full licence is critical. While the base provincial examination fee is fixed across all Ontario testing locations, hidden expenses such as re-testing fees, vehicle preparation, and optional pre-test coaching can alter your total budget.

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                 MTO G ROAD TEST FEE SCHEDULE                │
├──────────────────────────────┬──────────────────────────────┤
│ Initial G Road Test Attempt  │ $91.25                       │
├──────────────────────────────┼──────────────────────────────┤
│ G Road Test Retake (if fail) │ $91.25 per attempt           │
├──────────────────────────────┼──────────────────────────────┤
│ Late Cancellation / No-Show  │ Forfeiture of $91.25 fee     │
├──────────────────────────────┼──────────────────────────────┤
│ Driver's Licence 5-Yr Renewal│ $90.00                       │
└──────────────────────────────┴──────────────────────────────┘

Detailed Breakdown of Provincial Road Test Fees

1. The Standard Class G Examination Fee ($91.25)

When scheduling an appointment through the official DriveTest booking portal, the payment of $91.25 must be completed at the time of reservation. This fee covers the administrative cost of the examiner's time, the operational maintenance of the testing centre, and the digital processing of your score sheet into the provincial licensing database.

2. Retake Fees and Mandatory Waiting Periods

If an applicant does not achieve a passing score on their G road test, there are no subsidized retake discounts. Every subsequent attempt costs another $91.25.

Furthermore, the MTO enforces a mandatory 10-day waiting period following an unsuccessful attempt before you are eligible to sit for the exam again. This policy ensures that candidates have adequate time to address critical errors before re-testing.

3. The Cost of Late Cancellations and "Out-of-Order" Vehicles

Failing to attend your appointment or cancelling without sufficient warning carries severe financial penalties:

• The 48-Hour Cancellation Rule: If you reschedule or cancel your exam at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled time, your $91.25 fee remains credited to your profile. If you cancel within 48 hours, you forfeit the entire $91.25 fee.

• Out-of-Order Vehicle Disqualifications: DriveTest examiners inspect your vehicle before starting the engine. If your car has a burnt-out brake light, an inoperative horn, a cracked windshield in the driver's line of sight, or an illuminated check-engine light, the test is immediately declared "out-of-order." In this event, DriveTest keeps 50% of your fee ($45.62), and you must pay the remaining balance before rebooking.

What Else to Budget for Your Full G License

To accurately estimate your total out-of-pocket investment, you must account for several optional yet highly protective services that prevent repeat testing costs.

1. Hiring a Dual-Control Road Test Vehicle

DriveTest does not supply test vehicles. While many drivers use personal or family vehicles, a growing number choose to hire an instructor's car through our road test services.

Renting a dual-control, commercially insured vehicle for a road test typically costs between $150 and $250 depending on the school, the drive test center and the instructor. This fee usually includes:

• Pre-test inspection guarantee (ensuring the vehicle passes all DriveTest physical safety standards).

• Direct pickup and drop-off at the DriveTest facility.

• A 45-to-60-minute warm-up drive immediately preceding the examination to calm nerves and review local expressway interchanges.

2. Targeted Highway Coaching Lessons

The defining element of the G test is high-speed expressway driving. Taking one or two private in-car lessons focused specifically on ramp acceleration, space-cushion management, and blind-spot checks can make the difference between passing and paying for a retake. Private hourly instruction generally ranges from $50 to $70 per hour, as outlined on our pricing page.

3. The 5-Year Licence Card Renewal Fee ($90.00)

Once you pass your full G road test, your temporary paper licence is valid for 90 days. When your new plastic photo card is issued, it is aligned with your birth date and standard five-year renewal cycle. Renewing your permanent driver's licence card through ServiceOntario costs $90.00, representing the final administrative step of the graduated system.

Road Test Fee Comparison Across All Graduated Stages

(All provincial fee rates for tests and renewals can be verified by visiting ontario.ca and drivetest.ca).