Driving lessons in Bowen
Looking for driving lessons in Bowen? We list one driving school based in Bowen 4805, Queensland, teaching car lessons. Because there is only one school in Bowen itself, we've also listed the 4 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 57 km away.
1local school
4nearby schools
400 mto nearest test centre
0stations within 3 km
Driving schools in Bowen
More driving schools near Bowen
Closest first, measured from the centre of Bowen.
Lessons available in and around Bowen
Cars lessons1 school in or near BowenAdvanced & Defensive lessonsNearest: Pk S Truckwise Heavy Vehicle Driver Training Whitsundays Region, 75.8 km awayMotorbikes lessonsNone listed yetMotor Scooters lessonsNone listed yetTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessonsNearest: Pks Truck Wise, 57 km awayBuses & Coaches lessonsNone listed yetBoats lessonsNone listed yetForklifts lessonsNone listed yetPlant Equipment lessonsNone listed yetTaxis lessonsNone listed yet
Driving test near Bowen
The nearest practical driving test centre to Bowen is Bowen Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, at 6 Herbert Street, Bowen QLD 4805. It is about 400 m south-east of Bowen. This is where you can sit your practical driving test (Q-SAFE). Book online with Transport and Main Roads or call 13 23 80.
Bowen Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
400 m south-east of Bowen- Address
- 6 Herbert Street, Bowen QLD 4805
- Hours
- Mon 9am - 12:30pm–1:30pm - 4:30pm; Tue 9am - 12:30pm–1:30pm - 4:30pm; Wed 9:30am - 12:30pm–1:30pm - 4:30pm; Thu 9am - 12:30pm–1:30pm - 4:30pm; Fri 9am - 12:30pm–1:30pm - 4:30pm
- Phone
- [13 23 80](tel:132380)
- Tests
- Practical driver testing for all licence classes (not including motorcycles)
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
55.6 km south-east of Bowen- 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 Bowen
There is no train station or bus interchange within 3 km of Bowen. The closest is Bowen (train station), about 4.4 km west. Local bus services may run closer, so check the Translink Journey Planner.
- Train stationBowen4.4 km west
How to get to your driving test from Bowen
By car, Bowen Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre is about 400 m from Bowen 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 Bowen
How many driving schools are in Bowen?
We list 1 driving school based in Bowen, plus 4 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Bowen?
Bowen Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, 6 Herbert Street, Bowen QLD 4805 — about 400 m south-east of Bowen.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Bowen?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Pks Truck Wise, about 57 km away.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Bowen?
None are listed nearby yet.
Can I get boat lessons in Bowen?
None are listed nearby yet.
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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