Driving lessons in Townsville City
Looking for driving lessons in Townsville City? We list one driving school based in Townsville City 4810, Queensland, teaching car lessons. Because there is only one school in Townsville City itself, we've also listed the 11 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 4.1 km away.
1local school
11nearby schools
5.4 kmto nearest test centre
5stations within 3 km
Driving schools in Townsville City
More driving schools near Townsville City
Closest first, measured from the centre of Townsville City.
Tenni S Heavy Vehicle Training TownsvilleTownsville, QLD 4810 · 1 km from Townsville City
Lessons:Truck & heavy vehicle
Lessons available in and around Townsville City
Cars lessons36 schools in or near Townsville CityAdvanced & Defensive lessonsNearest: Howards Professional Driving School Innisfail, 122.9 km awayMotorbikes lessons3 schools in or near Townsville CityMotor Scooters lessonsNone listed yetTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessons1 school in or near Townsville CityBuses & Coaches lessonsNone listed yetBoats lessonsNone listed yetForklifts lessons1 school in or near Townsville CityPlant Equipment lessonsNone listed yetTaxis lessonsNone listed yet
Driving test near Townsville City
The nearest practical driving test centre to Townsville City is Townsville Garbutt Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, at 21-35 Leyland Street, Garbutt QLD 4814. It is about 5.4 km west of Townsville City. 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 Garbutt Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
5.4 km west of Townsville City- 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.
Townsville Cannon Park Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre
11.7 km south-west of Townsville City- 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.
Public transport in Townsville City
Public transport landmarks in and around Townsville City include Townsville City Stop B (bus interchange, 200 m north-east), Townsville City Stop A (bus interchange, 200 m north-east), Townsville (train station, 1.1 km south-west), Magnetic Island Ferries - Townsville Terminal (ferry wharf, 1.4 km north-east) and Magnetic Island Ferries (ferry wharf, 1.4 km north-east).
- Bus interchangeTownsville City Stop B200 m north-east
- Bus interchangeTownsville City Stop A200 m north-east
- Train stationTownsville1.1 km south-west
- Ferry wharfMagnetic Island Ferries - Townsville Terminal1.4 km north-east
- Ferry wharfMagnetic Island Ferries1.4 km north-east
How to get to your driving test from Townsville City
By car, Townsville Garbutt Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre is about 5.4 km from Townsville City 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 Townsville City
How many driving schools are in Townsville City?
We list 1 driving school based in Townsville City, plus 11 more in nearby suburbs.
Where is the nearest driving test centre to Townsville City?
Townsville Garbutt Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre, 21-35 Leyland Street, Garbutt QLD 4814 — about 5.4 km west of Townsville City.
Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Townsville City?
Yes. 1 school in or within 25 km of Townsville City offer truck & heavy vehicle lessons.
Can I get motorbike lessons in Townsville City?
Yes. 3 schools in or within 25 km of Townsville City offer motorbike lessons.
Can I get boat lessons in Townsville City?
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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