Driving lessons in Gladstone
Looking for driving lessons in Gladstone? We list one driving school based in Gladstone 2440, New South Wales, teaching truck & heavy vehicle lessons. Because there is only one school in Gladstone itself, we've also listed the 11 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 43.8 km away. One of them says it will travel to you for lessons.
1local school
11nearby schools
13.5 kmto nearest test centre
0stations within 3 km
Driving schools in Gladstone
More driving schools near Gladstone
Closest first, measured from the centre of Gladstone.
Midcoast Heavy Vehicle Training and LicencingKempsey, NSW 2440 · 14.9 km from Gladstone
Lessons:Truck & heavy vehicle
ANEW Driver TrainerPort Macquarie, NSW 2444 · 43.8 km from Gladstone
Lessons:Advanced & defensive drivingCarMotorbike
Travels to you
Crown Lift Trucks - Port MacquariePort Macquarie, NSW 2444 · 43.8 km from Gladstone
Lessons:Truck & heavy vehicle
Lessons available in and around Gladstone
Cars lessons2 schools in or near GladstoneAdvanced & Defensive lessonsNearest: ANEW Driver Trainer, 43.8 km awayMotorbikes lessonsNearest: ANEW Driver Trainer, 43.8 km awayMotor Scooters lessonsNone listed yetTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessons2 schools in or near GladstoneBuses & Coaches lessonsNone listed yetBoats lessonsNone listed yetForklifts lessonsNearest: Mander Toyota Fork Lift, 68 km awayPlant Equipment lessonsNearest: Holiday Coast Heavy Vehicle Driver Training, 94.5 km awayTaxis lessonsNone listed yet
Driving test near Gladstone
The nearest driver testing centre to Gladstone is Kempsey Service Centre, at 55 Elbow Street, West Kempsey NSW 2440. It is about 13.5 km east of Gladstone. This is where you can sit your driving test. Book online with Service NSW or call 13 77 88.
Kempsey Service Centre
13.5 km east of Gladstone- Address
- 55 Elbow Street, West Kempsey NSW 2440
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9am–4pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed
- Phone
- 13 77 88
- Tests
- Car driving test
Public transport: Kempsey (train station, 640 m walk)
Wauchope Service NSW Centre
42.8 km south of Gladstone- Address
- 243 High Street, Wauchope NSW 2446
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9am–4pm; 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 Gladstone
There is no train station or bus interchange within 3 km of Gladstone. The closest is Kempsey (train station), about 14 km east. Local bus services may run closer, so check the Transport NSW Trip Planner.
- Train stationKempsey14 km east
How to get to your driving test from Gladstone
By car, Kempsey Service Centre is about 13.5 km from Gladstone 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 Kempsey (train station), about a 640 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 Gladstone
How many driving schools are in Gladstone?
We list 1 driving school based in Gladstone, plus 11 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Gladstone?
Kempsey Service Centre, 55 Elbow Street, West Kempsey NSW 2440 — about 13.5 km east of Gladstone.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Gladstone?
Yes. 2 schools in or within 25 km of Gladstone offer truck & heavy vehicle lessons.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Gladstone?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is ANEW Driver Trainer, about 43.8 km away.
Can I get boat lessons in Gladstone?
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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