Driving Lessons in Ballinteer
Ballinteer lessons, from someone who knows every road and test route in Dublin 16.
Which type of learner are you in Ballinteer?
Total beginner - Ballinteer
New to driving? Your EDT starts on quiet Ballinteer estates and builds towards Ballinteer Road and Broadford Road traffic.
Start EDTPretest ready
Test booked? We focus on your assigned test centre routes, Ballinteer Road junctions, and the Marlay Park area traffic.
Book Test PrepAutomatic preference
Prefer automatic? Automatic instructors cover Ballinteer and know the roads and both nearby test centres.
Automatic LessonsBallinteer is where you get real-world skills
Ballinteer Road carries steady traffic between Dundrum and Rathfarnham with junctions that demand attention. Broadford Road is narrower than it looks, with estate entrances and school traffic. The roads near Marlay Park get congested at weekends and evenings when everyone heads for the park gates.
Nearby Test Centre
Rathgar, 6km away (15 mins). Often includes Ballinteer routes in test itinerary.
Key Local Roads
Ballinteer Road, Ballinteer Avenue, Broadford Road, Marlay Park Road, Ludford Road.
Your 12 EDT hours in Ballinteer, done properly
From Ludford Road estates to Ballinteer Road school zones and the Broadford roundabout. Each of the 12 lessons builds on the last.
L1-2: Car Controls and Road Position
First lessons start on Ludford Road, a quiet residential stretch through an established estate. Speed ramps slow everything down and tight junctions teach you to position correctly from day one. Clutch, steering, and observation are the focus.
Learn about EDTL3-4: Changing Direction and Speed
We move to Ballinteer Avenue, running parallel to Ballinteer Road. Wider than most estate roads, with parked cars at school times and a good mix of left and right turns. You practice direction changes and build confidence in speed management.
EDT detailsL5-6: Complex Positioning and Hazards
Ballinteer Road introduces the real challenges. Two secondary schools, a primary school, and regular bus stops create hazards that demand full observation. You learn to read the road ahead and position for every junction.
Test preparationL7-8: Sharing the Road and Traffic
Broadford Road connects the residential estate to the Sandyford Road. Parked cars, estate entrances, and a roundabout at the Sandyford end test your ability to share the road with commercial vehicles coming from the business park.
Test preparationL9-10: Complex Junctions and Speed
The Broadford Road roundabout, with fast traffic from the Sandyford direction, is the main challenge here. You practice lane selection, speed control on the approach, and assertive entry. This is where test-level junction handling is built.
View optionsL11-12: Calm Driving and Night Driving
Final lessons use Marlay Park Road to bring everything together. Weekend and evening traffic near the park entrance, narrow stretches with parked cars, and lower-speed sections for consolidating observation and calm decision-making.
Book nowDriving lessons in Ballinteer, from Ballinteer Road to Marlay Park
Ballinteer Road is your main learning corridor. It runs from Dundrum through the heart of Dublin 16 with school zones, estate junctions, and steady traffic in both directions. From your first lesson you are on real roads with real decisions.
Lessons start on the quieter estate roads around Ludford Road and Broadford Road. Once controls are solid, we move onto Ballinteer Road and build towards the Broadford Road roundabout, where traffic from the Sandyford business park demands assertive entry and lane discipline.
We pick you up at Ballinteer St John's GAA Club, the Marlay Park entrance off Ballinteer Road, the Dublin Bus stop on Ballinteer Road, or Ballinteer Community School after 09:15.
Manual single lessons cost €53.27. A 6-lesson pack works out at €52.50 per lesson and the full 12-lesson EDT is €587.95. Automatic single lessons are €61.41, or €54.94 per lesson on the 12-pack. Pretest packages start at €183.63 for manual and €193.81 for automatic, car hire included.
Female instructors are available. Your test is at Rathgar or Dun Laoghaire Test Centre depending on your booking, and we build lessons around whichever routes apply to you.
Pickup points in Ballinteer
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Ballinteer St John's GAA Club
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Marlay Park (Ballinteer entrance)
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Dublin Bus Stop - Ballinteer Road
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Ballinteer Community School
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Your home, work, or college
Ballinteer learners who passed their test
AJAY took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. Had a wonderful experience with RSA. My instructor Andy was a delightful person always ensuring that I could learn the appropriate driving style. I was able to pass the test in my first attempt in Tallaght test centre Couldn't thank Andy anymore.
Joanne took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. My son had a great driving experience under the guidance of instructor Andy. He completed his EDT lessons with Andy and only needed a couple of additional lessons before completing and passing his test. His lessons and test were in Tallaght and the help and support from Andy gave him the confidence and skills to pass on his first attempt. We would highly recommend Andy as an instructor especially for new young drivers as that was our experience.
Lana took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. Took two pretests with Andy before my test, I was a very nervous driver and he was very patient and kind. I passed my test today in Tallaght, would highly recommend Andy to anyone learning to drive!
katie took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. I had a great experience with my instructor Andy. He is very friendly and always has a laugh. I would highly recommend him to anyone learning to drive. I passed first time in tallaght.
Lesson prices for Ballinteer drivers
Pay by the lesson or book a full 12-lesson EDT package. No hidden fees.
€53.27 Manual €61.41 Automatic 3 Lessons
€158.17 €52.72/ea Manual €180.57 €60.19/ea Automatic 6 Lessons
€315.01 €52.50/ea Manual €353.71 €58.95/ea Automatic 12 Lessons (Full EDT)
€587.95 €49.00/ea Manual €659.24 €54.94/ea Automatic Pretest (1 hour)
€183.63 Manual €193.81 Automatic
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Pretest Preparation
Once your EDT is complete, book a one-hour pretest lesson to assess your readiness before Rathgar test centre.
FAQs about lessons in Ballinteer
How much do driving lessons in Ballinteer cost?
Manual lessons start from €49 per hour in a 12-lesson EDT package at €587.95. Single lessons are €53.27. Automatic lessons start from €54.94 per hour in a 12-lesson package.
Where will I do my driving test?
Ballinteer learners can be assigned to Dun Laoghaire or Rathgar Test Centre. We tailor your lessons to whichever centre you are booked at.
Do you offer automatic driving lessons in Ballinteer?
Yes. Automatic instructors cover Ballinteer and the surrounding area. Same EDT programme, same local roads.
How do I book driving lessons?
Call us or book online. We pair you with an instructor who knows Ballinteer Road, Broadford Road, and your test centre routes.
What is the EDT programme?
EDT (Essential Driver Training) is 12 compulsory lessons for learner drivers. It covers everything from clutch control to test-day readiness.