Driving lessons in Clifton Beach
Looking for driving lessons in Clifton Beach? We list one driving school based in Clifton Beach 4879, Queensland, teaching car lessons. Because there is only one school in Clifton Beach itself, we've also listed the 11 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 36.3 km away.
1local school
11nearby schools
21.4 kmto nearest test centre
0stations within 3 km
Driving schools in Clifton Beach
More driving schools near Clifton Beach
Closest first, measured from the centre of Clifton Beach.
Cairns Drive 2 Survive - Kewarra BeachKewarra Beach, QLD 4879 · 2.9 km from Clifton Beach
Lessons:Car
Cairns Affordable Driving SchoolCairns, QLD 4870 · 20.2 km from Clifton Beach
Lessons:Advanced & defensive drivingCar
Howards Professional Driving SchoolCairns, QLD 4870 · 20.2 km from Clifton Beach
Lessons:Advanced & defensive driving
Lessons available in and around Clifton Beach
Cars lessons7 schools in or near Clifton BeachAdvanced & Defensive lessons2 schools in or near Clifton BeachMotorbikes lessonsNone listed yetMotor Scooters lessonsNone listed yetTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessonsNearest: Tableland Truck School, 36.3 km awayBuses & Coaches lessons1 school in or near Clifton BeachBoats lessonsNone listed yetForklifts lessonsNone listed yetPlant Equipment lessonsNone listed yetTaxis lessonsNone listed yet
Driving test near Clifton Beach
The nearest practical driving test centre to Clifton Beach 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 21.4 km south-east of Clifton 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.
Cairns Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
21.4 km south-east of Clifton Beach- 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
27.6 km south of Clifton Beach- 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 Clifton Beach
There is no train station or bus interchange within 3 km of Clifton Beach. The closest is James Cook University Bus Station (bus interchange), about 6.1 km south. Local bus services may run closer, so check the Translink Journey Planner.
- Bus interchangeJames Cook University Bus Station6.1 km south
How to get to your driving test from Clifton Beach
By car, Cairns Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre is about 21.4 km from Clifton Beach 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. 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 Clifton Beach
How many driving schools are in Clifton Beach?
We list 1 driving school based in Clifton Beach, plus 11 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Clifton Beach?
Cairns Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, 82-86 Kenny Street (entry through Owen Close only), Cairns QLD 4870 — about 21.4 km south-east of Clifton Beach.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Clifton Beach?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Tableland Truck School, about 36.3 km away.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Clifton Beach?
None are listed nearby yet.
Can I get boat lessons in Clifton Beach?
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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