Driving lessons in Melbourne, VIC
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Greater Melbourne has 4 verified driving instructors across 418 suburbs with lessons from $65-$90/hr. 4 offer automatic and 1 offer manual. 4 can teach in your own car. Lessons available in English and Hindi. Services include driving test packages (3 instructors) and 3-hour intensive lessons (2 instructors).
2020 Toyota Corolla
2016 Toyota Prius
2023 Toyota Corolla
2018 Toyota Vitz
Our DriveScore index uses ABS Census data to measure learner driver demand in Melbourne compared to other areas in Victoria.
DriveScore explained: Melbourne scores 50/100 on our learner driver demand index, calculated from young population share, vehicle ownership, and median household income. Areas with more young people, higher car dependency, and growing populations typically have greater demand for driving instructors.
Learners in Melbourne will practice navigating near:
Popular routes for driving practice include:
Convenient locations for your practical driving test:
Melbourne instructors focus heavily on tram safety and hook turns. Practice in the CBD during quieter periods to build confidence with these unique road rules.
Victorian learners under 21 must complete 120 hours of supervised driving (including 20 hours at night) before taking their practical test. Learners aged 21 and over are exempt from logging hours. Unlike NSW, Victoria does not offer a logbook hour multiplier for professional lessons.
Official info: VicRoads
Common questions about driving lessons in Melbourne. Can't find what you're looking for? Contact us.
The nearest driving test centres for Melbourne learners include VicRoads Carlton, VicRoads Broadmeadows, VicRoads Burwood, VicRoads Moorabbin. Your instructor can help you prepare for the specific test routes used at these centres.
The average lesson price in Melbourne is $84/hr.
Look at reviews from other learners, check their availability matches yours, and see if they offer the transmission type you need (auto or manual).
Yes, 4 Melbourne instructors offer lessons in your vehicle. This is great if you want to get comfortable with the car you'll drive after getting your licence.
Yes, instructors in Melbourne offer lessons in 2 languages including English and Hindi.
Most learners choose automatic as it's easier to master. A manual licence lets you drive both types. In Melbourne you'll find 4 auto and 1 manual instructors.
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