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Driving lessons in Derwent Park

Looking for driving lessons in Derwent Park? We list one driving school based in Derwent Park 7009, Tasmania, teaching car lessons. Because there is only one school in Derwent Park itself, we've also listed the 11 closest schools in nearby suburbs, up to 1.2 km away.

1local school
11nearby schools
4.8 kmto nearest test centre
5stations within 3 km

Driving schools in Derwent Park

More driving schools near Derwent Park

Closest first, measured from the centre of Derwent Park.

Lessons available in and around Derwent Park

Cars lessons44 schools in or near Derwent ParkAdvanced & Defensive lessons2 schools in or near Derwent ParkMotorbikes lessons2 schools in or near Derwent ParkMotor Scooters lessonsNone listed yetTrucks & Heavy Vehicles lessons2 schools in or near Derwent ParkBuses & Coaches lessonsNone listed yetBoats lessonsNearest: Boat Train, 75.1 km awayForklifts lessonsNone listed yetPlant Equipment lessonsNone listed yetTaxis lessons1 school in or near Derwent Park

Driving test near Derwent Park

The nearest driving assessment location to Derwent Park is Hobart driving assessment location, at 19 Strahan Street, North Hobart, Hobart TAS 7000. It is about 4.8 km south-east of Derwent Park. This is where you can sit your driving assessment. Book online or at Service Tasmania with a government assessor, or directly with an authorised P1 driving assessor.

Hobart driving assessment location

4.8 km south-east of Derwent Park
Address
19 Strahan Street, North Hobart, Hobart TAS 7000
Phone
1300 13 55 13
Tests
Driving assessment

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.

Driving directionsPublic transport routeOfficial page ↗

Public transport in Derwent Park

Public transport landmarks in and around Derwent Park include Metro Springfield (bus interchange, 600 m south), Glenorchy (train station, 1.1 km west), Tasmanian Transport Museum (train station, 1.2 km west), Montrose (train station, 1.9 km north-west) and Rosetta (train station, 2.7 km north-west).

  • Bus interchangeMetro Springfield600 m south
  • Train stationGlenorchy1.1 km west
  • Train stationTasmanian Transport Museum1.2 km west
  • Train stationMontrose1.9 km north-west
  • Train stationRosetta2.7 km north-west

How to get to your driving test from Derwent Park

By car, Hobart driving assessment location is about 4.8 km from Derwent Park 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 Metro Tasmania or use the route buttons above. Aim to arrive early with your learner licence and logbook.

Getting your licence in Tasmania

  • Supervised driving: 80 hours of supervised driving, including 15 hours at night.
  • Learner period: usually at least 12 months (can be shorter for older learners).
  • The test: the driving assessment. Book online or at Service Tasmania with a government assessor, or directly with an authorised P1 driving assessor.

Read the official rules ↗

Questions about driving lessons in Derwent Park

How many driving schools are in Derwent Park?

We list 1 driving school based in Derwent Park, plus 11 more in nearby suburbs.

Where is the nearest driving test centre to Derwent Park?

Hobart driving assessment location, 19 Strahan Street, North Hobart, Hobart TAS 7000 — about 4.8 km south-east of Derwent Park.

Can I get truck & heavy vehicle lessons in Derwent Park?

Yes. 2 schools in or within 25 km of Derwent Park offer truck & heavy vehicle lessons.

Can I get motorbike lessons in Derwent Park?

Yes. 2 schools in or within 25 km of Derwent Park offer motorbike lessons.

Can I get boat lessons in Derwent Park?

None are listed within 25 km. The nearest is Boat Train, about 75.1 km away.

How many supervised hours do I need in Tasmania?

Learners in Tasmania need 80 hours of supervised driving, including 15 hours at night, 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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