Riverside DMV
Primary DMV Hub for Riverside City & Western Riverside County
Riverside DMV on Brockton Avenue is the central California DMV hub for the city of Riverside and western Riverside County, handling permits, licenses, REAL ID, IDs, and road tests in a high-volume Inland Empire corridor. The Brockton office sits east of downtown Riverside near Arlington Ave and close to SR-91, making it convenient for students from Riverside, Jurupa Valley, Eastvale, and nearby communities. For other parts of Riverside County, offices in Temecula, Palm Desert, and Hemet share the load, but Brockton is the primary "Riverside city" DMV hub.
Riverside DMV Field Office
6280 Brockton Ave
Riverside, CA 92506
County: Riverside County
🕐 Office Hours
⚠️ Wednesday opens at 9 AM
- Driver License Applications & Renewals
- REAL ID
- ID Cards
- Learner Permits
- Written Exams
- Standard Class C Road Tests (by appointment)
- Vehicle Registration
- Title Services
- Self-Service Terminals
| City | Distance | Drive Time | Population | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside | 0 miles | 0 min | 315,000+ | View Guide |
| Corona | 12 miles | 20 min | 158,000+ | View Guide |
| Moreno Valley | 10 miles | 18 min | 212,000+ | View Guide |
| Jurupa Valley | 8 miles | 15 min | 115,000+ | View Guide |
| Eastvale | 15 miles | 22 min | 73,000+ | View Guide |
| Norco | 8 miles | 15 min | 28,000+ | View Guide |
Riverside DMV runs standard Class C road tests on city arterials and neighborhoods around Brockton Ave and SR-91. Examiners check for safe lane changes, intersection handling, and speed control.
Common Test Areas:
- Brockton Ave near DMV
- Arlington Ave corridor
- Magnolia Ave
- Residential neighborhoods in west Riverside
- SR-91 frontage areas
Route Characteristics:
- City arterial turns at lights and stop signs
- Lane changes on Brockton and Arlington
- Residential sections with stop signs
- Low-speed control in neighborhoods
- Proper scanning and right-of-way decisions
- Pre-trip safety check (lights, signals, horn, parking brake, windshield)
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Typical Inland Empire driving conditions. Practice on Brockton, Arlington, and Magnolia to familiarize yourself with the area.
Based on review analysis and local data, these are the spots where students fail most often:
Brockton Ave Traffic
Brockton Ave has moderate traffic. Exiting the DMV lot and making initial turns requires awareness.
💡 Tip: When exiting onto Brockton, check both directions carefully. Signal early and merge smoothly.
Intersection Handling
Several right and left turns at signalized intersections near the DMV. Lane positioning matters.
💡 Tip: Turn into the nearest lane. For left turns, yield properly and don't rush into gaps.
Rolling Stop Signs
Residential sections have many stop signs. Proper stops, scanning, and low-speed control are critical.
💡 Tip: Make a COMPLETE stop (count 1-2-3) at every stop sign. Stop BEFORE the limit line or crosswalk.
SR-91 Area Driving
Streets near SR-91 can have faster-moving traffic. Be prepared for more assertive driving.
💡 Tip: Stay alert near freeway entrances. Don't hesitate when merging or changing lanes, but do it safely.
Brockton Ave Corridor
Practice the main street used in tests including exits and turns
Arlington Ave & Magnolia Ave
Practice multi-lane driving and turns at major intersections
West Riverside Residential
Practice stop signs, speed control, and scanning in neighborhoods
- Verify your driving school is on the official California driving school list
- Ask if they routinely test at the Brockton office and know examiner expectations
- Ensure routes include Brockton Ave, Arlington Ave, Magnolia Ave, and local neighborhoods
- Look for reviews mentioning "Riverside DMV," "Brockton DMV test," or "Inland Empire driving test"
- Book mid-week morning appointments for most predictable experience
- Don't roll through stop signs - make complete stops
- Don't forget blind spot checks on lane changes
- Don't rush turns at intersections
- Don't hesitate too long when merging
- Don't let IE traffic intimidate you
- Appointment confirmation
- Valid learner permit (for road test)
- Proof of identity (passport, birth certificate)
- Social Security card or W-2
- Two proofs of California residency
- Vehicle registration (current)
- Proof of insurance
- DL 44 form (can be completed online)
Important Local Tip
Local Riverside driving schools (ZIP codes 92506, 92504, 92507) usually offer lessons within 10-20 minutes of the DMV via Brockton, Arlington, Magnolia, or SR-91. Many have 4.5★+ ratings and explicitly serve Riverside DMV. Independent instructors can meet near work/school and drive toward Brockton DMV.