Driving lessons in Newcastle
Looking for driving lessons in Newcastle? We list 4 driving schools and instructors based in Newcastle 2300, New South Wales, teaching forklift, car and advanced & defensive driving lessons. One of them says it will travel to you for lessons.
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Driving schools in Newcastle
Lessons available in and around Newcastle
Cars lessons49 schools in or near NewcastleAdvanced & Defensive lessons5 schools in or near NewcastleMotorbikes lessons4 schools in or near NewcastleMotor Scooters lessonsNearest: Monarch Driving School, 114.8 km awayTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessons2 schools in or near NewcastleBuses & Coaches lessonsNearest: All Area Heavy Vehicle Driver Training, 29.8 km awayBoats lessonsNearest: Wellpoint Driving School, 115.4 km awayForklifts lessons4 schools in or near NewcastlePlant Equipment lessonsNearest: Hpots Training CESSNOCK, 40.7 km awayTaxis lessons1 school in or near Newcastle
Driving test near Newcastle
The nearest driver testing centre to Newcastle is Newcastle Service Centre, at 114 Parry Street, Newcastle West NSW 2302. It is about 1.9 km south-west of Newcastle. This is where you can sit your driving test. Book online with Service NSW or call 13 77 88.
Newcastle Service Centre
1.9 km south-west of Newcastle- Address
- 114 Parry Street, Newcastle West NSW 2302
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm; Sat 8:30am–12:30pm; Sun Closed
- Phone
- 13 77 88
- Tests
- Car driving test
Public transport: Honeysuckle (light rail stop, 480 m walk); Civic (light rail stop, 820 m walk); Newcastle Interchange (train station, 840 m walk)
Wallsend Service Centre
10.7 km west of Newcastle- Address
- 24 Kokera Street, Wallsend NSW 2287
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm; Sat 8:30am–12:30pm; 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 Newcastle
Public transport landmarks in and around Newcastle include Muloobinba / Queens Wharf (ferry wharf, 700 m south), Queens Wharf (light rail stop, 800 m south), Crown Street (light rail stop, 800 m south), Newcastle Beach (light rail stop, 1.1 km south-east) and Civic (light rail stop, 1.1 km south-west).
- Ferry wharfMuloobinba / Queens Wharf700 m south
- Light rail stopQueens Wharf800 m south
- Light rail stopCrown Street800 m south
- Light rail stopNewcastle Beach1.1 km south-east
- Light rail stopCivic1.1 km south-west
How to get to your driving test from Newcastle
By car, Newcastle Service Centre is about 1.9 km from Newcastle 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 Honeysuckle (light rail stop), about a 480 m walk away, and you can start your trip from Muloobinba / Queens Wharf in Newcastle. 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 Newcastle
How many driving schools are in Newcastle?
We list 4 driving schools based in Newcastle.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Newcastle?
Newcastle Service Centre, 114 Parry Street, Newcastle West NSW 2302 — about 1.9 km south-west of Newcastle.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Newcastle?
Yes. 2 schools in or within 25 km of Newcastle offer truck & heavy vehicle lessons.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Newcastle?
Yes. 4 schools in or within 25 km of Newcastle offer motorbike lessons.
Can I get boat lessons in Newcastle?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Wellpoint Driving School, about 115.4 km away.
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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