Driving lessons in East Ballina
Looking for driving lessons in East Ballina? We list 2 driving schools and instructors based in East Ballina 2478, New South Wales, teaching car lessons. Because there are only a few schools in East Ballina itself, we've also listed the 10 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 15.5 km away.
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Driving schools in East Ballina
More driving schools near East Ballina
Closest first, measured from the centre of East Ballina.
Patience Plus Driving School - Driving Schools Lismore and Driving Schools BallinaBallina, NSW 2478 · 1.8 km from East Ballina
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Lessons available in and around East Ballina
Cars lessons22 schools in or near East BallinaAdvanced & Defensive lessonsNearest: Adept Driver Training, 76.1 km awayMotorbikes lessonsNearest: Ballina - Evans Head Driving School, 32.3 km awayMotor Scooters lessonsNone listed yetTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessons1 school in or near East BallinaBuses & Coaches lessonsNearest: Bushturkey Studio, 62 km awayBoats lessonsNone listed yetForklifts lessons1 school in or near East BallinaPlant Equipment lessons1 school in or near East BallinaTaxis lessonsNone listed yet
Driving test near East Ballina
The nearest driver testing centre to East Ballina is Ballina Service Centre, at 26 Boeing Avenue, Ballina NSW 2478. It is about 3 km north-west of East Ballina. This is where you can sit your driving test. Book online with Service NSW or call 13 77 88.
Ballina Service Centre
3 km north-west of East Ballina- Address
- 26 Boeing Avenue, Ballina NSW 2478
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9am–5pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed
- Phone
- 13 77 88
- Tests
- Car driving test, Heavy vehicle driving test
Public transport: Byron Byron Gateway Airport Tour Operators (bus interchange, 730 m walk)
Lismore Driver Testing Centre
29.3 km west of East Ballina- Address
- 1 Barham Street, East Lismore NSW 2480
- Hours
- Mon–Fri Closed; Sat Closed; Sun Closed
- Phone
- 13 77 88
- Tests
- Car driving test
Public transport: no train station or bus interchange within 1.5 km of this centre. Check local bus routes in the journey planner, or go with your instructor.
Public transport in East Ballina
There is no train station or bus interchange within 3 km of East Ballina. The closest is Byron Byron Gateway Airport Tour Operators (bus interchange), about 3.6 km north-west. Local bus services may run closer, so check the Transport NSW Trip Planner.
- Bus interchangeByron Byron Gateway Airport Tour Operators3.6 km north-west
How to get to your driving test from East Ballina
By car, Ballina Service Centre is about 3 km from East Ballina in a straight line, so allow extra time for the actual drive and parking before your test. By public transport, the closest stop to the centre is Byron Byron Gateway Airport Tour Operators (bus interchange), about a 730 m walk away. Many instructors offer a warm-up lesson before the test and can take you there in their car, so ask yours when you book.
Plan the trip with the Transport NSW Trip Planner or use the route buttons above. Aim to arrive early with your learner licence and logbook.
Getting your licence in New South Wales
- Supervised driving: 120 hours of supervised driving, including 20 hours at night.
- Learner period: usually at least 12 months (can be shorter for older learners).
- The test: the driving test. Book online with Service NSW or call 13 77 88.
Questions about driving lessons in East Ballina
How many driving schools are in East Ballina?
We list 2 driving schools based in East Ballina, plus 10 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to East Ballina?
Ballina Service Centre, 26 Boeing Avenue, Ballina NSW 2478 — about 3 km north-west of East Ballina.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in East Ballina?
Yes. 1 school in or within 25 km of East Ballina offer truck & heavy vehicle lessons.
Can I get motorbike lessons in East Ballina?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Ballina - Evans Head Driving School, about 32.3 km away.
Can I get boat lessons in East Ballina?
None are listed nearby yet.
How many supervised hours do I need in New South Wales?
Learners in New South Wales need 120 hours of supervised driving, including 20 hours at night, and usually need to hold their learner licence for at least 12 months (it can be shorter for older learners). Check the official rules for your age.
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