Driving lessons in Cairns
Looking for driving lessons in Cairns? We list 2 driving schools and instructors based in Cairns 4870, Queensland, teaching advanced & defensive driving and car lessons. Because there are only a few schools in Cairns itself, we've also listed the 10 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 38.1 km away.
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Driving schools in Cairns
More driving schools near Cairns
Closest first, measured from the centre of Cairns.
Lessons available in and around Cairns
Cars lessons7 schools in or near CairnsAdvanced & Defensive lessons2 schools in or near CairnsMotorbikes lessonsNone listed yetMotor Scooters lessonsNone listed yetTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessonsNearest: Tableland Truck School, 38.1 km awayBuses & Coaches lessons1 school in or near CairnsBoats lessonsNone listed yetForklifts lessonsNone listed yetPlant Equipment lessonsNone listed yetTaxis lessonsNone listed yet
Driving test near Cairns
The nearest practical driving test centre to Cairns is Cairns Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, at 82-86 Kenny Street (entry through Owen Close only), Cairns QLD 4870. It is about 1.5 km south of Cairns. This is where you can sit your practical driving test (Q-SAFE). Book online with Transport and Main Roads or call 13 23 80.
Cairns Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
1.5 km south of Cairns- Address
- 82-86 Kenny Street (entry through Owen Close only), Cairns QLD 4870
- Hours
- Mon 8:30am–4:30pm; Tue 8:30am–4:30pm; Wed 9:30am–4:30pm; Thu 8:30am–4:30pm; Fri 8:30am–4:30pm
- Phone
- [13 23 80](tel:132380)
- Tests
- Practical driver testing for all licence classes
Public transport: Cairns (train station, 950 m walk)
Cairns Indigenous Driver Licensing Unit
10 km south of Cairns- Address
- QLD 4869
- Phone
- 13 23 80
- Tests
- Practical driver testing for cars and trucks
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 Cairns
Public transport landmarks in and around Cairns include Cairns City bus station (bus interchange, 300 m east), Cairns (train station, 600 m south) and Reef Fleet Terminal (ferry wharf, 900 m east).
- Bus interchangeCairns City bus station300 m east
- Train stationCairns600 m south
- Ferry wharfReef Fleet Terminal900 m east
How to get to your driving test from Cairns
By car, Cairns Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre is about 1.5 km from Cairns 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 Cairns (train station), about a 950 m walk away, and you can start your trip from Cairns City bus station in Cairns. 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 Cairns
How many driving schools are in Cairns?
We list 2 driving schools based in Cairns, plus 10 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Cairns?
Cairns Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, 82-86 Kenny Street (entry through Owen Close only), Cairns QLD 4870 — about 1.5 km south of Cairns.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Cairns?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Tableland Truck School, about 38.1 km away.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Cairns?
None are listed nearby yet.
Can I get boat lessons in Cairns?
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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