How long does it realistically take to learn to drive and pass the test?
For discussion relating to any and all aspects of learning to drive from finding an instructor to passing the test. Get advice, tips and support from other fellow learners.
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Re: How long does it realistically take to learn to drive and pass the test?My birthday was in April and i'm aiming to pass before September. I've had 8 2 hour lessons and I am ready for the test. Just a shame that the delay for the test is 1 1/2 months -_-
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Most people I know of have done it in approx 10 months, but if you have more than 2hrs of lessons with an instructor a week or are a natural driver, you'll probably do it in less. My friend did it in 4 months with more lessons per week and another in 3 after driving with her parents before she started with an instructor. Some take longer (eg. me) 18 months.
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Re: How long does it realistically take to learn to drive and pass the test?as always it depends.... i took 30 hours over 3 months and passed first time. my 17th was in march and 1st week of june i had the certificate in my hand. go for a reputable driving school and not just the cheapest one. trust me... they are not 'all the same'.
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Re: How long does it realistically take to learn to drive and pass the test?Average is 40 hours, so I was told.
That's what it took me, but my cousin did it in half that. There's no way of knowing, just take it when you're ready. Taking it early will just result in a fail, and that just means more money. Good luck.
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Re: How long does it realistically take to learn to drive and pass the test?Just, get your provisional now, then when it arrives book your theory for as soon as you can. Then its out of the way, make sure you book up plenty of time with your instructor, then, book your test before you are ready as there will be 2-3 weeks to wait before you can take it in which you can get up to scratch.
