Driving lessons in Douglas
Looking for driving lessons in Douglas? We list one driving school based in Douglas 4814, Queensland, teaching car lessons. Because there is only one school in Douglas itself, we've also listed the 11 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 3.5 km away.
1local school
11nearby schools
2.6 kmto nearest test centre
0stations within 3 km
Driving schools in Douglas
More driving schools near Douglas
Closest first, measured from the centre of Douglas.
Cruise Control Driving School - Thuringowa CentralThuringowa Central, QLD 4817 · 2.5 km from Douglas
Lessons:Car
Lessons available in and around Douglas
Cars lessons36 schools in or near DouglasAdvanced & Defensive lessonsNearest: Howards Professional Driving School Innisfail, 125.8 km awayMotorbikes lessons3 schools in or near DouglasMotor Scooters lessonsNone listed yetTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessons1 school in or near DouglasBuses & Coaches lessonsNone listed yetBoats lessonsNone listed yetForklifts lessons1 school in or near DouglasPlant Equipment lessonsNone listed yetTaxis lessonsNone listed yet
Driving test near Douglas
The nearest practical driving test centre to Douglas is Townsville Cannon Park Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, at Shop 14, 31-57 High Range Drive Cannon Park Centre, Thuringowa QLD 4817. It is about 2.6 km west of Douglas. This is where you can sit your practical driving test (Q-SAFE). Book online with Transport and Main Roads or call 13 23 80.
Townsville Cannon Park Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
2.6 km west of Douglas- Address
- Shop 14, 31-57 High Range Drive Cannon Park Centre, Thuringowa QLD 4817
- 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 light vehicles only (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.
Townsville Garbutt Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
6.4 km north of Douglas- Address
- 21-35 Leyland Street, Garbutt QLD 4814
- 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 (except 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.
Public transport in Douglas
There is no train station or bus interchange within 3 km of Douglas. The closest is Townsville (train station), about 9 km north-east. Local bus services may run closer, so check the Translink Journey Planner.
- Train stationTownsville9 km north-east
How to get to your driving test from Douglas
By car, Townsville Cannon Park Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre is about 2.6 km from Douglas 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 Douglas
How many driving schools are in Douglas?
We list 1 driving school based in Douglas, plus 11 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Douglas?
Townsville Cannon Park Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, Shop 14, 31-57 High Range Drive Cannon Park Centre, Thuringowa QLD 4817 — about 2.6 km west of Douglas.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Douglas?
Yes. 1 school in or within 25 km of Douglas offer truck & heavy vehicle lessons.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Douglas?
Yes. 3 schools in or within 25 km of Douglas offer motorbike lessons.
Can I get boat lessons in Douglas?
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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