Driving Lessons in Donnycarney
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Which Donnycarney driving course fits you
Total beginner - Donnycarney
Starting out? We begin on the estate roads near Fr. Collins Park and build up to Collins Avenue and Tonlegee Road.
Start EDTPretest ready
Test at Raheny? Focused sessions on Collins Avenue turns, Tonlegee Road junctions, and the Raheny test routes.
Book Test PrepAutomatic preference
Automatic is a great option for Collins Avenue dual carriageway driving. Our automatic instructors cover Donnycarney.
Automatic LessonsDonnycarney is where you get real-world skills
Tonlegee Road is long and straight but the volume of traffic heading towards Raheny and Coolock makes every junction a challenge. Collins Avenue is a dual carriageway with fast-moving traffic and difficult right turns. Killester Avenue has parked cars on both sides and buses running through. Fr. Collins Park brings pedestrians and cyclists crossing at odd points.
Nearby Test Centre
Raheny, 3km away (7 mins). Often includes Donnycarney routes in test itinerary.
Key Local Roads
Tonlegee Road, Collins Avenue, Killester Avenue, Malahide Road (R107), Harmonstown Road.
Your Donnycarney EDT covers real local roads
12 structured lessons on Tonlegee Road, Collins Avenue, and the Killester routes. The Raheny test centre is seven minutes away.
L1-2: Controls and Positioning
Your first two lessons start on Harmonstown Road, a quiet residential street with speed ramps. You learn the biting point, foot controls, and how to hold a steady position in the lane before any real traffic joins the picture.
Learn about EDTL3-4: Direction Changes and Speed
We move onto Tonlegee Road for direction work. The junctions at Raheny Road and the estate entrances give you regular left and right turns to practise. Traffic is light enough to build speed confidence without too much pressure.
EDT detailsL5-6: Complex Positioning and Hazards
Killester Avenue is the focus here. Parked cars force you to adjust your road position constantly, and the DART level crossing introduces an unpredictable stopping hazard. Good mirror and signal discipline is essential on this stretch.
Test preparationL7-8: Sharing the Road and Traffic
Collins Avenue dual carriageway is introduced at this stage. Bus lanes, fast traffic, and right turns under pressure. You share the road with buses on routes 27 and 42. Judging gaps and merging cleanly are the focus.
Test preparationL9-10: Complex Junctions and Higher Speeds
The Collins Avenue roundabouts need confident lane selection and early signalling. Traffic moves fast between them and hesitation causes problems. We also take Malahide Road for approach speeds and junction commitment on a busier dual carriageway.
View optionsL11-12: Calm Driving and Night Conditions
Final lessons focus on consistency on Tonlegee Road and Killester Avenue. Evening lessons cover lighting conditions, headlight use, and the change in how pedestrians behave near Fr. Collins Park after dark.
Book nowDriving lessons in Donnycarney on Tonlegee Road and beyond
Tonlegee Road runs east through Donnycarney into Raheny, and most of your early lessons will cover this stretch. Parked cars line both sides, speed ramps break the rhythm, and the school zone near Killester adds real pedestrian hazards. It is exactly where you need to be starting out.
Collins Avenue is the big step up. It is a wide dual carriageway with fast-moving traffic and bus lanes. Right turns here require confident gap judgement. Your instructor will drill this with you until the timing clicks.
Killester Avenue feeds down to the DART level crossing. The barriers drop regularly, and sitting with traffic building behind you is good practice for staying calm under pressure. We pick up from Killester DART station and Fr. Collins Park.
Female instructors are available. Your test will be at Raheny Test Centre, just seven minutes away. Manual lessons from €53.27 per hour, or €49 per lesson in a 12-pack. The full EDT programme costs €587.95 manual or €659.24 automatic. Pretest with car hire from €183.63 manual or €193.81 automatic.
Pickup points in Donnycarney
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Killester DART station
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Dublin Bus Stop - Collins Avenue
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Fr. Collins Park
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Donnycarney Church
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Your home, work, or college
Donnycarney learners on passing their test
Julie took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. RSA School of motoring were very helpful, booked my first lesson very promptly and my instructor Shane was super helpful and supportive in helping me to pass my driving test. The lessons were structured and tailored towards helping you to pass your test. thanks RSA for all the help in getting me to pass my test the second time around. Much better experience with the RSA than previous driving school I used last year. Would recommend.
I finished my lessons and failed my first test 2021 and thought I'd never get back at it & pass. I've had nearly 30 lessons with different instructors and until I found Andy- he made things so much simpler while also making the lessons enjoyable. I had serious issues with the reverse around the corner and I honestly believed I'd never get the hang of it but Andy thought me different methods on how to perfect it & I ended up doing it 100% in the test. The routines/techniques Andy taught me are definitely the reason I finally passed last week on my 5th attempt! Couldn't recommend Andy enough!
I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor Jonathan is patient and professional .At the beginning of my lessons I was very nervous but Jonathan’s calm approach, his clear instructions and encouragement made me feel confident behind the wheel, he also made the lessons more enjoyable and productive.Jonathan did not only teach me how to pass the test but taught me how to be safe and how to be a confident driver for life .I am soo grateful for his support and would recommend him to anyone learning to drive.
I highly recommend booking with Barry Meehan from RSA School of Motoring. I passed my test yesterday thanks to all his help. I used to really struggle with my confidence as a driver. I was constantly overthinking, very hesitant & scared. I failed two driving tests previously and felt like giving up, but everything changed when I started my lessons with Barry, as he changed my perspective on driving. He taught me to be consistent, he really helped me calm my nerves, taught me to trust myself as a driver, and showed me that driving is really all about keeping others safe on the road (not just about being right or wrong).
Lesson prices for Donnycarney 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 Raheny test centre.
Driving lesson FAQs in Donnycarney
How much do driving lessons in Donnycarney cost?
Manual from €53.27 per hour. 12-lesson EDT at €587.95. Automatic from €61.41 per hour. All prices fixed and published.
Where will I do my driving test?
Donnycarney learners test at Raheny Test Centre. It is nearby and we practise the route during your lessons.
Do you offer automatic driving lessons in Donnycarney?
Yes. Automatic suits Collins Avenue driving especially. Same EDT, same test routes, no clutch.
How do I book driving lessons?
Call or book online. We will pair you with an instructor who knows Tonlegee Road, Collins Avenue, and the Raheny routes.
What is the EDT programme?
EDT is 12 mandatory lessons for all learner permit holders. It covers car control, road positioning, and defensive driving. Required before your test.