Free Vermont DMV Permit Practice Test 2026
Get ready to pass your Vermont DMV written test on the first try. Our free Vermont permit practice tests are based directly on the official Vermont Driver's Handbook and contain the same types of questions you will see on test day. Each test covers traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way rules, safe driving techniques, and Vermont-specific regulations. With 16 correct answers required out of 20 questions (80% passing score), preparation is essential. Start practicing today - unlimited attempts, instant feedback, detailed explanations.
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25 questions drawn from the Vermont driver handbook, 80% to pass, with an explanation after every answer. Free, no sign-up - press Start when you are ready. More Vermont tests are listed below.
Vermont DMV Practice Test 1
Questions are shuffled every time and drawn from the Vermont driver handbook. Nothing starts - and no clock runs - until you press the button.
- 25 questions
- 80% to pass (20 correct)
- About 15 minutes
- Explanation after every answer
Ways to practice
Learn with practice tests and flashcards, then take the mock test when you think you are ready.
Also try: the Vermont cheat sheet of rules and numbers, the hardest questions people miss most, or make your own test on the topics you find hard.
Vermont Permit Practice Tests
200 unique questions in the Vermont bank (38 Vermont-specific) - practice until you are confident
More Vermont Practice Tests
Official Vermont Driver's Handbook
The DMV writes every real exam question from this manual - read it alongside your practice tests.
Vermont Permit Practice Test PDF (2026)
Free printable version: 100+ Vermont questions with an answer key and explanations, plus the DMV test facts on the cover. Or print a 20-question test, the length of the real test. All state PDFs →
Vermont Learner's Permit Test: Quick Facts
Verified against Department of Motor Vehicles publications - last reviewed September 2026.
| Official permit name | Learner's Permit |
|---|---|
| Questions on the test | 20 |
| Passing score | 16 of 20 correct (80%) |
| Wrong answers allowed | 4 |
| Minimum age | 15 years old |
| Under-21 alcohol limit | 0.02% BAC or higher |
| Permit / test fee | $39.00 (knowledge test fee for a Learner's Permit; paid each time the test is taken) |
| If you fail | At least one day; the test fee is paid each time. |
| Online testing | Yes - an online knowledge test option is available. |
| Driver's education | Required for applicants under 18. |
| Supervised practice | 40 hours of practice driving, at least 10 at night, in addition to the 6 hours behind-the-wheel of driver education (23 V.S.A. § 607) |
| Permit holding period | 1 year for applicants under 18 (junior operator's license, 23 V.S.A. § 607); permit is valid 2 years (23 V.S.A. § 617) |
| Testing agency | Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) |
Sample Vermont Permit Test Questions
Three of the Vermont-specific questions from our bank, with the answer and the rule behind it. The Vermont bank behind the tests above holds 200 unique questions.
1. Since 2014, Vermont bans all drivers from:
- A. Using handheld phones or portable devices (correct)
- B. Talking through a hands-free headset
- C. Using a GPS mounted on the dashboard
- D. Listening to the radio while driving
Why: Vermont's hands-free law bans all drivers from using handheld cell phones, pagers, laptops, games, and other portable devices while driving.
2. During the first 3 months with a Vermont Junior Driver's License, you may drive:
- A. Alone, unless a qualified adult is in front (correct)
- B. With up to three friends of any age
- C. With anyone, as long as all wear belts
- D. Only during daylight hours, with anyone
Why: For the first three months, a Vermont junior license holder must drive alone unless a licensed parent/guardian, driver-ed instructor, or licensed person 25 or older is in the front seat.
3. Before getting a Vermont junior license, you must complete how many hours of practice driving?
- A. 40 hours, including 10 at night (correct)
- B. 20 hours, including 5 at night
- C. 60 hours, including 10 at night
- D. 100 hours, including 20 at night
Why: Vermont requires 40 hours of practice driving before a junior license, with at least 10 hours during nighttime.
Vermont Permit Test Study Guide (2026)
A free Vermont DMV written test study guide - updated for 2026, verified against the official Department of Motor Vehicles handbook.
Reviewed by Chad HenryAfter 25 years of teaching driver educationLast reviewed September 2026
Snowy winters, rural mountain roads, and moose and deer on highways around Burlington and Montpelier give Vermont's DMV knowledge test its focus on winter driving, wildlife hazards, and the right-of-way and seat-belt rules. Our Vermont practice permit test follows the official Vermont Driver's Manual so you're ready for the written exam.
What to Expect on the Vermont Permit Test
The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) requires every new driver to pass a written knowledge test before being issued a learner's permit. In Vermont the exam has 20 multiple-choice questions; to pass you need 16 of 20 correct (80%). You must be at least 15 years old to apply. Every question is drawn from the official Vermont driver's handbook, so the topics on our practice tests match exactly what the DMV asks.
Topics Covered on the VT Written Test
- Traffic Laws (Rules of the Road): State-specific rules of the road, including right-of-way, lane changing, and intersection rules
- Road Signs: Recognition and meaning of all standard road signs - warning, regulatory, and informational
- Speed Limits: Default speed limits, school zones, work zones, and highway speeds
- Safe Driving: Following distance, blind spots, defensive driving, and weather conditions
- Alcohol & Drugs: DUI laws, BAC limits, and consequences of impaired driving
- Parking Rules: Legal and illegal parking situations, curb colors, and distances
How to Prepare for the Vermont Permit Test
The strongest preparation pairs a read-through of the official Vermont Driver's Handbook with repeated practice tests that surface your weak spots. The DMV writes its test from that handbook, so the rules you practise here are the rules you will be asked about. A sensible target: score at least 80% on several fresh practice tests in a row - and read the explanation on every miss - before you book your appointment.
Official Vermont DMV Information
For official test requirements, locations, and fees, visit the Department of Motor Vehicles website. You can also read the official Vermont driver's handbook free of charge - every question on our practice tests traces back to it.
Vermont Permit Test - Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the Vermont DMV written test?
The Vermont DMV written knowledge test has 20 questions. To pass you need 16 of 20 correct (80%).
What is the phone rule for new drivers in Vermont?
Vermont: all drivers are banned from using handheld phones and portable devices. Vermont's hands-free law bans all drivers from using handheld cell phones, pagers, laptops, games, and other portable devices while driving. (23 V.S.A. 1095b(b) and history note)
What is the blood alcohol limit for drivers under 21 in Vermont?
A driver under 21 in Vermont violates the zero-tolerance law at a BAC of 0.02% or higher - far below the 0.08% adult limit.
How many questions can you miss on the Vermont permit test?
You can miss up to 4 of the 20 questions and still pass. The minimum is 16 correct answers (80%).
What is the Vermont learner's permit officially called?
Vermont issues the Learner's Permit. It is the first stage of the state's licensing process for new drivers.
How much does the Vermont permit cost?
The published fee is $39.00 (knowledge test fee for a Learner's Permit; paid each time the test is taken). Fees change from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the Department of Motor Vehicles website before your visit.
What happens if I fail the Vermont permit test?
If you fail, Vermont lets you retake the knowledge test. At least one day; the test fee is paid each time. Use the practice tests above to find the topics you missed before you try again.
Can I take the Vermont permit test online?
Yes - an online knowledge test option is available.
Is driver's education required for a Vermont permit?
Required for applicants under 18.
How long do I have to hold my Vermont permit?
Minimum holding period: 1 year for applicants under 18 (junior operator's license, 23 V.S.A. § 607); permit is valid 2 years (23 V.S.A. § 617). Required supervised practice: 40 hours of practice driving, at least 10 at night, in addition to the 6 hours behind-the-wheel of driver education (23 V.S.A. § 607).
Sources & Methodology
Every Vermont question on this page is written from the official Vermont driver handbook, and the facts in the table above are checked against Department of Motor Vehicles publications. Last reviewed: September 2026. Every question shows its own source under the explanation; all corrections are listed in our corrections log.
Chad Henry – Reviewer
After 25 years of teaching driver education
Chad Henry has taught driver education for 25 years and reviews every state's practice questions, quick facts and study guides against the official driver handbook and agency publications before they are published.
Last reviewed: September 2026
- https://dmv.vermont.gov/sites/dmv/files/documents/VN-007-Drivers_Manual.pdf
- https://dmv.vermont.gov/
- https://dmv.vermont.gov/licenses/new/learners-permit
- https://dmv.vermont.gov/licenses/new/prepare-for-a-written-test
- https://dmv.vermont.gov/licenses/fees
- https://legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/section/23/009/00607
- https://legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/section/23/009/00617
- https://legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/section/23/009/00634
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