Driving lessons in Airlie Beach
Looking for driving lessons in Airlie Beach? We list one driving school based in Airlie Beach 4802, Queensland, teaching truck & heavy vehicle lessons. Because there is only one school in Airlie Beach itself, we've also listed the 8 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 57 km away.
1local school
8nearby schools
2 kmto nearest test centre
2stations within 3 km
Driving schools in Airlie Beach
More driving schools near Airlie Beach
Closest first, measured from the centre of Airlie Beach.
Howards Whitsundays Professional Driving SchoolCannonvale, QLD 4802 · 3.3 km from Airlie Beach
Lessons:Car
Pk S Truckwise Heavy Vehicle Driver Training Whitsundays RegionWhitsundays, QLD 4802 · 20.5 km from Airlie Beach
Lessons:Advanced & defensive driving
Lessons available in and around Airlie Beach
Cars lessons6 schools in or near Airlie BeachAdvanced & Defensive lessons1 school in or near Airlie BeachMotorbikes lessonsNearest: QRide Mackay Learn2ride, 110.6 km awayMotor Scooters lessonsNearest: QRide Mackay Learn2ride, 110.6 km awayTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessons1 school in or near Airlie BeachBuses & Coaches lessonsNone listed yetBoats lessonsNearest: Abc Boat and Jet-ski Licencing, 108.6 km awayForklifts lessonsNone listed yetPlant Equipment lessonsNone listed yetTaxis lessonsNone listed yet
Driving test near Airlie Beach
The nearest practical driving test centre to Airlie Beach is Cannonvale QGAP, at 11 Island Drive, Cannonvale QLD 4802. It is about 2 km south-west of Airlie Beach. This is where you can sit your practical driving test (Q-SAFE). Book online with Transport and Main Roads or call 13 23 80.
Cannonvale QGAP
2 km south-west of Airlie Beach- Address
- 11 Island Drive, Cannonvale QLD 4802
- Hours
- Mon 9am - 12pm–1pm - 4:30pm; Tue 9am - 12pm–1pm - 4:30pm; Wed 9:30am - 12pm–1pm - 4:30pm; Thu 9am - 12pm–1pm - 4:30pm; Fri 9am - 12pm–1pm - 4:30pm
- Phone
- [13 23 80](tel:132380)
- Tests
- Practical driver testing for all licence classes
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.
Proserpine Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
20.5 km south-west of Airlie Beach- Address
- Proserpine Courthouse 17 Main Street, Proserpine QLD 4800
- Hours
- Mon 8:30am - 11:30am–12:30pm - 4pm; Tue 8:30am - 11:30am–12:30pm - 4pm; Wed 9:30am - 11:30am–12:30pm - 4pm; Thu 8:30am - 11:30am–12:30pm - 4pm; Fri 8:30am - 11:30am–12:30pm - 4pm
- Phone
- [13 23 80](tel:132380)
- Tests
- Practical driver testing
Public transport: Proserpine (train station, 310 m walk)
Public transport in Airlie Beach
Public transport landmarks in and around Airlie Beach include "Heart of the Reef" Transit Terminal (bus interchange, 800 m south-east) and Port of Airlie Martime Terminal (ferry wharf, 800 m south-east).
- Bus interchange"Heart of the Reef" Transit Terminal800 m south-east
- Ferry wharfPort of Airlie Martime Terminal800 m south-east
How to get to your driving test from Airlie Beach
By car, Cannonvale QGAP is about 2 km from Airlie Beach 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 Translink Journey Planner or use the route buttons above. Aim to arrive early with your learner licence and logbook.
Getting your licence in Queensland
- Supervised driving: 100 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night (for learners under 25).
- Learner period: usually at least 12 months (can be shorter for older learners).
- The test: the practical driving test (Q-SAFE). Book online with Transport and Main Roads or call 13 23 80.
Questions about driving lessons in Airlie Beach
How many driving schools are in Airlie Beach?
We list 1 driving school based in Airlie Beach, plus 8 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Airlie Beach?
Cannonvale QGAP, 11 Island Drive, Cannonvale QLD 4802 — about 2 km south-west of Airlie Beach.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Airlie Beach?
Yes. 1 school in or within 25 km of Airlie Beach offer truck & heavy vehicle lessons.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Airlie Beach?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is QRide Mackay Learn2ride, about 110.6 km away.
Can I get boat lessons in Airlie Beach?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Abc Boat and Jet-ski Licencing, about 108.6 km away.
How many supervised hours do I need in Queensland?
Learners in Queensland need 100 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night (for learners under 25), 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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