Driving lessons in St Ives
Looking for driving lessons in St Ives? We list one driving school based in St Ives 2075, New South Wales, teaching car lessons. Because there is only one school in St Ives itself, we've also listed the 11 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 13.8 km away. One of them says it will travel to you for lessons.
1local school
11nearby schools
6.6 kmto nearest test centre
3stations within 3 km
Driving schools in St Ives
More driving schools near St Ives
Closest first, measured from the centre of St Ives.
L Plus P Driving School CarlingfordMacquarie Centre, NSW 2113 · 8.2 km from St Ives
Lessons:Car
Travels to you
Embark Driving SchoolWest Ryde, NSW 2114 · 11.2 km from St Ives
Lessons:Advanced & defensive drivingCar
Lessons available in and around St Ives
Cars lessons64 schools in or near St IvesAdvanced & Defensive lessons14 schools in or near St IvesMotorbikes lessons1 school in or near St IvesMotor Scooters lessons3 schools in or near St IvesTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessons7 schools in or near St IvesBuses & Coaches lessons4 schools in or near St IvesBoats lessons6 schools in or near St IvesForklifts lessons11 schools in or near St IvesPlant Equipment lessonsNearest: Fork N Trucks Training, 43.1 km awayTaxis lessonsNearest: JEET Driving School, 31.7 km away
Driving test near St Ives
The nearest driver testing centre to St Ives is Ryde Service Centre, at Corner Herring Road & Waterloo Road, North Ryde NSW 2113. It is about 6.6 km south-west of St Ives. This is where you can sit your driving test. Book online with Service NSW or call 13 77 88.
Ryde Service Centre
6.6 km south-west of St Ives- Address
- Corner Herring Road & Waterloo Road, North Ryde NSW 2113
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9am–5:30pm; Sat 8:30am–12:30pm; Sun Closed
- Phone
- 13 77 88
- Tests
- Car driving test
Public transport: Macquarie University (metro station, 220 m walk); Macquarie Park (metro station, 1.1 km walk)
Hornsby Service Centre
6.7 km north-west of St Ives- Address
- 324 Peats Ferry Road (Pacific Highway), Hornsby NSW 2077
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm; Sat 8:30am–12:30pm; Sun Closed
- Phone
- 13 77 88
- Tests
- Car driving test
Public transport: Hornsby (train station, 750 m walk); Asquith (train station, 1.3 km walk)
Public transport in St Ives
Public transport landmarks in and around St Ives include Pymble (train station, 2.4 km south-west), Turramurra (train station, 2.9 km west) and Gordon (train station, 3 km south).
- Train stationPymble2.4 km south-west
- Train stationTurramurra2.9 km west
- Train stationGordon3 km south
How to get to your driving test from St Ives
By car, Ryde Service Centre is about 6.6 km from St Ives 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 Macquarie University (metro station), about a 220 m walk away, and you can start your trip from Pymble in St Ives. 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 St Ives
How many driving schools are in St Ives?
We list 1 driving school based in St Ives, plus 11 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to St Ives?
Ryde Service Centre, Corner Herring Road & Waterloo Road, North Ryde NSW 2113 — about 6.6 km south-west of St Ives.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in St Ives?
Yes. 7 schools in or within 25 km of St Ives offer truck & heavy vehicle lessons.
Can I get motorbike lessons in St Ives?
Yes. 1 school in or within 25 km of St Ives offer motorbike lessons.
Can I get boat lessons in St Ives?
Yes. 6 schools in or within 25 km of St Ives offer boat lessons.
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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