Driving lessons in Purga
Looking for driving lessons in Purga? We list 2 driving schools and instructors based in Purga 4306, Queensland, teaching car lessons. Because there are only a few schools in Purga itself, we've also listed the 10 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 9.7 km away.
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Driving schools in Purga
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Lessons available in and around Purga
Cars lessons26 schools in or near PurgaAdvanced & Defensive lessons2 schools in or near PurgaMotorbikes lessons1 school in or near PurgaMotor Scooters lessonsNearest: Queensland Driving School, 38.9 km awayTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessonsNearest: Queensland Driving School, 38.9 km awayBuses & Coaches lessonsNearest: Kangaroo Bus Lines, 63.3 km awayBoats lessonsNearest: Australian Boat Safe Licence College Jindalee, 28.8 km awayForklifts lessonsNearest: Emerald Training, 39.8 km awayPlant Equipment lessonsNearest: Emerald Training, 39.8 km awayTaxis lessonsNearest: Driving Management Australia, 53.7 km away
Driving test near Purga
The nearest practical driving test centre to Purga is Ipswich Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, at 2 Colvin Street, North Ipswich QLD 4305. It is about 11.4 km north-east of Purga. This is where you can sit your practical driving test (Q-SAFE). Book online with Transport and Main Roads or call 13 23 80.
Ipswich Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
11.4 km north-east of Purga- Address
- 2 Colvin Street, North Ipswich QLD 4305
- 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 driving tests](https://www.service.transport.qld.gov.au/SBSExternal/public/WelcomeDrivingTest.xhtml)
Public transport: RiverLink Shopping Centre (train station, 240 m walk); The Workshops Rail Museum (train station, 660 m walk); Ipswich (train station, 950 m walk)
Sherwood Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
32.3 km north-east of Purga- Address
- 14 Primrose Street, Sherwood QLD 4075
- 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 cars only
Public transport: Sherwood (train station, 300 m walk); Corinda (train station, 730 m walk); Graceville (train station, 1.5 km walk)
Public transport in Purga
There is no train station or bus interchange within 3 km of Purga. The closest is Salisbury Rd at Thorn Street (bus interchange), about 9.3 km north-east. Local bus services may run closer, so check the Translink Journey Planner.
- Bus interchangeSalisbury Rd at Thorn Street9.3 km north-east
How to get to your driving test from Purga
By car, Ipswich Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre is about 11.4 km from Purga 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 RiverLink Shopping Centre (train station), about a 240 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 Purga
How many driving schools are in Purga?
We list 2 driving schools based in Purga, plus 10 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Purga?
Ipswich Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, 2 Colvin Street, North Ipswich QLD 4305 — about 11.4 km north-east of Purga.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Purga?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Queensland Driving School, about 38.9 km away.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Purga?
Yes. 1 school in or within 25 km of Purga offer motorbike lessons.
Can I get boat lessons in Purga?
None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Australian Boat Safe Licence College Jindalee, about 28.8 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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