Driving lessons in Port Douglas
Looking for driving lessons in Port Douglas? We list 2 driving schools and instructors based in Port Douglas 4877, Queensland, teaching car lessons. Because there are only a few schools in Port Douglas itself, we've also listed the 10 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 56.7 km away.
2local schools
10nearby schools
9.9 kmto nearest test centre
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Driving schools in Port Douglas
More driving schools near Port Douglas
Closest first, measured from the centre of Port Douglas.
Cairns Drive 2 Survive - Clifton BeachClifton Beach, QLD 4879 · 38.4 km from Port Douglas
Lessons:Car
Cairns Drive 2 Survive - Kewarra BeachKewarra Beach, QLD 4879 · 41.2 km from Port Douglas
Lessons:Car
Lessons available in and around Port Douglas
Cars lessons3 schools in or near Port DouglasAdvanced & Defensive lessonsNearest: Cairns Affordable Driving School, 58.6 km awayMotorbikes lessonsNone listed yetMotor Scooters lessonsNone listed yetTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessonsNearest: Tableland Truck School, 56.7 km awayBuses & Coaches lessonsNearest: Cairns Bus Charters, 53.9 km awayBoats lessonsNone listed yetForklifts lessonsNone listed yetPlant Equipment lessonsNone listed yetTaxis lessonsNone listed yet
Driving test near Port Douglas
The nearest practical driving test centre to Port Douglas is Mossman QGAP, at Mossman Courthouse 27 Front Street, Mossman QLD 4873. It is about 9.9 km west of Port 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.
Mossman QGAP
9.9 km west of Port Douglas- Address
- Mossman Courthouse 27 Front Street, Mossman QLD 4873
- Hours
- Mon 8:30am - 1pm–2pm - 4:30pm; Tue 9:30am - 1pm–2pm - 4:30pm; Wed 8:30am - 1pm–2pm - 4:30pm; Thu 8:30am - 1pm–2pm - 4:30pm; Fri 8:30am - 1pm–2pm - 4:30pm
- Phone
- [13 23 80](tel:132380)
- Tests
- Practical driver testing up to heavy combination class (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.
Mareeba Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
56.7 km south of Port Douglas- Address
- 147 Walsh Street, Mareeba QLD 4880
- 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: Mareeba (train station, 300 m walk)
Public transport in Port Douglas
There are no train stations, bus interchanges or ferry wharves near Port Douglas, so most learners here get around by car. Local bus services may run nearby.
How to get to your driving test from Port Douglas
By car, Mossman QGAP is about 9.9 km from Port 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 Port Douglas
How many driving schools are in Port Douglas?
We list 2 driving schools based in Port Douglas, plus 10 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Port Douglas?
Mossman QGAP, Mossman Courthouse 27 Front Street, Mossman QLD 4873 — about 9.9 km west of Port Douglas.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Port Douglas?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Tableland Truck School, about 56.7 km away.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Port Douglas?
None are listed nearby yet.
Can I get boat lessons in Port 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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