Driving lessons in Newtown
Looking for driving lessons in Newtown? We list 4 driving schools and instructors based in Newtown 4350, Queensland, teaching car lessons.
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Driving schools in Newtown
Lessons available in and around Newtown
Cars lessons49 schools in or near NewtownAdvanced & Defensive lessons1 school in or near NewtownMotorbikes lessons6 schools in or near NewtownMotor Scooters lessons1 school in or near NewtownTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessons2 schools in or near NewtownBuses & Coaches lessonsNearest: Kangaroo Bus Lines, 103.2 km awayBoats lessonsNearest: Australian Boat Safe Licence College Jindalee, 98.7 km awayForklifts lessons1 school in or near NewtownPlant Equipment lessonsNearest: Emerald Training, 107.5 km awayTaxis lessonsNearest: Driving Management Australia, 126.6 km away
Driving test near Newtown
The nearest practical driving test centre to Newtown is Toowoomba Harristown Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, at Corner Yaldwyn Street and Warwick Street, Toowoomba QLD 4350. It is about 2.2 km south-west of Newtown. This is where you can sit your practical driving test (Q-SAFE). Book online with Transport and Main Roads or call 13 23 80.
Toowoomba Harristown Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
2.2 km south-west of Newtown- Address
- Corner Yaldwyn Street and Warwick Street, Toowoomba QLD 4350
- 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 (not including motorcycles)
Public transport: Harristown High School bus interchange (bus interchange, 720 m walk)
Oakey QGAP
25.5 km north-west of Newtown- Address
- 73 Campbell Street, Oakey QLD 4401
- Hours
- Mon 9am - 1pm–2pm - 4:30pm; Tue 9am - 1pm–2pm - 4:30pm; Wed 9:30am - 1pm–2pm - 4:30pm; Thu 9am - 1pm–2pm - 4:30pm; Fri 9am - 1pm–2pm - 4:30pm
- Phone
- [13 23 80](tel:132380)
- Tests
- Practical driver testing for all licence classes up to heavy rigid (not including motorcycles)
Public transport: Oakey (train station, 370 m walk)
Public transport in Newtown
Public transport landmarks in and around Newtown include Toowoomba (train station, 1.4 km east), Greyhound Australia (bus interchange, 1.7 km east), Toowoomba bus station stop 2C (bus interchange, 1.7 km east) and Harristown High School bus interchange (bus interchange, 1.7 km south).
- Train stationToowoomba1.4 km east
- Bus interchangeGreyhound Australia1.7 km east
- Bus interchangeToowoomba bus station stop 2C1.7 km east
- Bus interchangeHarristown High School bus interchange1.7 km south
How to get to your driving test from Newtown
By car, Toowoomba Harristown Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre is about 2.2 km from Newtown 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 Harristown High School bus interchange (bus interchange), about a 720 m walk away, and you can start your trip from Toowoomba in Newtown. 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 Newtown
How many driving schools are in Newtown?
We list 4 driving schools based in Newtown.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Newtown?
Toowoomba Harristown Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, Corner Yaldwyn Street and Warwick Street, Toowoomba QLD 4350 — about 2.2 km south-west of Newtown.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Newtown?
Yes. 2 schools in or within 25 km of Newtown offer truck & heavy vehicle lessons.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Newtown?
Yes. 6 schools in or within 25 km of Newtown offer motorbike lessons.
Can I get boat lessons in Newtown?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Australian Boat Safe Licence College Jindalee, about 98.7 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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