how long did it take you to learn to drive?

Question

how many leasons/weeks or months and how much did it all cost?

Answer 1

Took me about 30hours, with 2 hour lessons. Passed first time.
This was learning from scratch too, with no practise outside of lessons.

Paid about £24/hr because I went with BSM. Pricey, but my instructor was great, all the paperwork was sorted with no hassle.

I think I would recommend.

Answer 2

Im 27 - I passed my test last year. when I was 20 I paid for a semi intensive course over 2 weeks I took off work. On the second day my instructor hit a cow and didnt get a new car until a week later....So after 5 days of lessons I took my test anyway as it had already been paid for (hmm wasnt surprised that I failed after stalling in front of a oncoming vehicle) that cost about £300...(I wouldnt recommend it even with an instructor who would notice a large animal in the road)

Then I had about 20 lessons, it took me about 8 months to pass my test and the lessons were £17 each- the cost of lessons is less than what you would be spending on MOT,TAX,INSURANCE and PETROL each month so look on it as money you wont probably have after you pass.

I think most people spend about 6 months learning as an average
If you can pass your theory test even before you begin your lessons you are halfway there. I took mine 3 times as it kept running out of the 2 year period. Good luck, If I can pass, anyone can! c

Answer 3

Motorcycle way way back in the 60's took 6 months
Cars in the early 70's I had 7 lessons and passed 1st time
HGV Class 1 in the early 90's 4 days and passed 1st time
40 years biking and 38 cars
Still some of the stupid things some people do on the road amaze me

Answer 4

24 hours of lessons, countless more driving with my uncle to get extra practise. I passed about 11 years ago (24 hours for £200) back then.

I am now a driving Instructor, my best advice is to have two hour lessons each time (if you are able) you will learn a lot more and have more time to practise it. Repeat practise with a friend or family member is a massive help too, just stick to what you have been taught so far by your instructor though....that way you won't get in to any sticky situations....!!

Ohhhh and have fun!! The more nervous you are, the longer it takes to learn.

Good luck :)

Answer 5

My driving instructor told me that it takes on average an hour and a quarter for every year you have been alive IE, if you are 40 years old you will need 50 lessons at an hour each. Remember it's only an a guideline and the cost will depend on the hourly rate charged by the instructor. Shop around.

Answer 6

Just go the Driver's testing center and get the book. It took me 8 times to take the written portion, but that was ONLY because I didn't study. So study the book like crazy until it's all you think about and then go take the test. The driving part is the easiest. Just relax and do EVERYTHING your parents ever told you about driving. The Testor will go easy on you so long as you're not nervous.

Answer 7

I had my first lesson May 14th 1999 - my 17th birthday and passed on the Feburary 21st 2000. I can't remember how much it al cost in total but a single 1 hour lesson was £14 - but that was back them when petrol prices were cheaper.

Answer 8

5 lessons

I was 17 on 8th Feb and I done my test on the 15th March. 20 years ago. :-)

Do the basics with a friend or family member before going to an instructor. Don't waste your money on loads of lessons. spread them out and keep driving in between each lessonas much as possible, no matter who is sitting in with you only do what you have learnt in previous lessons with the quailified instructor.
A good instructor will know the routes that the examiners use, so if you have got to grips with the basics before going to them, this is what they should be doing with you constantly, that way your driving skill is improving as well as your knowledge of the roads that you will hopefully be doing your test on.

Good Luck and don't spend you cash on needless lessons.

Answer 9

Can be from 30 hours generally costing anywhere from £20 - £24 per lesson.

Answer 10

For me it was free because my school required it as part of their curriculum. I think it took about 8 or 9 weeks to get through their class and then I had to take my driver's test. And then my parents had me drive halfway across the state of Wisconsin and back at least twice I'm sure.