Driving lessons in Smiths Lake
Looking for driving lessons in Smiths Lake? We list one driving school based in Smiths Lake 2428, New South Wales, teaching car lessons. Because there is only one school in Smiths Lake itself, we've also listed the 11 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 50.1 km away.
1local school
11nearby schools
23.7 kmto nearest test centre
0stations within 3 km
Driving schools in Smiths Lake
More driving schools near Smiths Lake
Closest first, measured from the centre of Smiths Lake.
Atchos School of DrivingOld Bar, NSW 2430 · 47.6 km from Smiths Lake
Lessons:Advanced & defensive driving
A2Z Driving SchoolNelson Bay, NSW 2315 · 50.1 km from Smiths Lake
Lessons:Advanced & defensive drivingCar
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Lessons available in and around Smiths Lake
Cars lessons5 schools in or near Smiths LakeAdvanced & Defensive lessonsNearest: Atchos School of Driving, 47.6 km awayMotorbikes lessonsNearest: Blinkers Driver Training, 95.2 km awayMotor Scooters lessonsNone listed yetTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessonsNearest: The Truck Training Centre, 52.4 km awayBuses & Coaches lessonsNearest: All Area Heavy Vehicle Driver Training, 97 km awayBoats lessonsNone listed yetForklifts lessonsNearest: Holiday Coast Heavy Vehicle Driver Training, 52.9 km awayPlant Equipment lessonsNearest: Holiday Coast Heavy Vehicle Driver Training, 52.9 km awayTaxis lessonsNearest: Novocastrian Driver Training, 92.7 km away
Driving test near Smiths Lake
The nearest driver testing centre to Smiths Lake is Tuncurry Service Centre, at 25 Manning Street Corner of Beach Street and Parkes Street, Tuncurry NSW 2428. It is about 23.7 km north of Smiths Lake. This is where you can sit your driving test. Book online with Service NSW or call 13 77 88.
Tuncurry Service Centre
23.7 km north of Smiths Lake- Address
- 25 Manning Street Corner of Beach Street and Parkes Street, Tuncurry NSW 2428
- 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.
Nelson Bay Service Centre
50.2 km south-west of Smiths Lake- Address
- 30 Yacaaba Street, Nelson Bay NSW 2315
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9am–4pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed
- Phone
- 13 77 88
- Tests
- Car driving test
Public transport: Port Stephens Ferry Terminal (ferry wharf, 640 m walk)
Public transport in Smiths Lake
There are no train stations, bus interchanges or ferry wharves near Smiths Lake, so most learners here get around by car. Local bus services may run nearby.
How to get to your driving test from Smiths Lake
By car, Tuncurry Service Centre is about 23.7 km from Smiths Lake in a straight line, so allow extra time for the actual drive and parking before your test. There is no train station or bus interchange close to the centre, so public transport is harder. 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 Smiths Lake
How many driving schools are in Smiths Lake?
We list 1 driving school based in Smiths Lake, plus 11 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Smiths Lake?
Tuncurry Service Centre, 25 Manning Street Corner of Beach Street and Parkes Street, Tuncurry NSW 2428 — about 23.7 km north of Smiths Lake.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Smiths Lake?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is The Truck Training Centre, about 52.4 km away.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Smiths Lake?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Blinkers Driver Training, about 95.2 km away.
Can I get boat lessons in Smiths Lake?
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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