Driving Lessons in Drimnagh
Drimnagh lessons, from someone who knows every road and test route in Dublin 12.
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Total beginner - Drimnagh
First time behind the wheel? We start on the quieter streets around Brickfield Park and work up to Drimnagh Road and Long Mile Road traffic.
Start EDTPretest ready
Test coming soon? Targeted practice on dual carriageway driving, junctions, and the Tallaght test routes.
Book Test PrepAutomatic preference
Prefer automatic? We have automatic instructors covering Drimnagh who know the roads and traffic flow.
Automatic LessonsDriving in Drimnagh teaches you the hard stuff
Drimnagh Road is tight with parked cars on both sides and bus traffic that forces you to think fast. Long Mile Road is a dual carriageway where speed and lane changes catch learners off guard. Brickfield Park and the surrounding estates have narrow turns and limited visibility at junctions.
Nearby Test Centre
Rathgar, 5km away (14 mins). Often includes Drimnagh routes in test itinerary.
Key Local Roads
Drimnagh Road, Long Mile Road, Brickfield Drive, Mourne Road, Slievebloom Road.
Drimnagh EDT lessons go from quiet estates to dual carriageway
12 lessons on Drimnagh roads. Brickfield Drive to start, Long Mile Road when you are ready, Rathgar test routes throughout.
L1-2: Controls and Positioning
First lessons run on Brickfield Drive, a residential road with speed ramps and predictable traffic. You get comfortable with the controls and holding a steady position before the busier roads come into play.
Learn about EDTL3-4: Direction Changes and Speed
Slievebloom Road is introduced here for left and right turns through the estate junctions. The road is residential with speed ramps and a park entrance that brings occasional pedestrians into the mix.
EDT detailsL5-6: Complex Positioning and Hazards
Drimnagh Road is the main focus at this stage. Parked buses, narrow sections, and the school zone near Drimnagh Castle CBS test your positioning and anticipation. You learn to read the gaps and hold your lane without drifting.
Test preparationL7-8: Sharing the Road and Traffic
Mourne Road introduces meeting oncoming traffic in a tight space. High garden walls mean sightlines at junctions are nearly zero. You learn the creep-and-peek approach and how to manage oncoming vehicles confidently.
Test preparationL9-10: Complex Junctions and Higher Speeds
Long Mile Road dual carriageway is the challenge here. Fast traffic, commercial vehicles, and multiple exits to industrial parks. Lane selection, merging, and reading distance to the next junction are the main skills covered.
View optionsL11-12: Calm Driving and Night Conditions
Final lessons focus on consistency on Drimnagh Road and the canal crossings near Lansdowne Valley Park. Evening sessions cover headlight use and the change in road surface feel on the narrow bridges in low light.
Book nowDriving lessons in Drimnagh starting on Brickfield Drive
Drimnagh Road is your working road from the start. Parked cars on both sides, buses stopping mid-lane, and the school zone outside Drimnagh Castle CBS that turns into chaos between eight and nine in the morning. Your instructor knows when to take you there and when to avoid it.
Long Mile Road is where dual carriageway skills get built. It is wide, the traffic is fast, and the exits to retail parks need confident lane reading. We introduce it once you are comfortable with the basics.
Mourne Road and the surrounding estates are good for tight two-way work. The junctions have high walls that block your sightlines completely. Creep-and-peek is the only approach, and your instructor will show you the right technique.
Pickups from Brickfield Park, Drimnagh Castle CBS, or the Drimnagh Road bus stop. Female instructors are available. Your test is at Rathgar Test Centre, with Tallaght as an alternative. Manual from €53.27 single, €49 per lesson in a 12-pack at €587.95. Automatic from €61.41 single, 12-pack at €659.24. Pretest €183.63 manual or €193.81 automatic, car hire included.
Pickup points in Drimnagh
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Drimnagh Castle CBS
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Brickfield Park
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Dublin Bus Stop - Drimnagh Road
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Lansdowne Valley Park
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Your home, work, or college
Drimnagh learners on passing with us
Victoria took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. Passed my test in Mulhuddart on the 29th of November! Special thanks to my instructor Richie! Highly recommend him as an instructor. Richie's clear guidance and confidence-building advice were great in overcoming doubts about my driving abilities. A top-notch choice for anyone seeking a skilled and supportive instructor!✨😊 ….
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.
Paul took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. Did my lessons and passed my test in Tallaght with Derek as my instructor. Couldn’t have asked for a nicer, more patient man than Derek. Always kept me at ease, and was always excellent at explaining where I went wrong and how I can improve my driving skills. An absolute gentleman and I would absolutely recommend him to anyone. Thank you Derek, I would have been hopeless without you!
Eve learned to drive with Andy in the tallaght area. My instructor Andy was so amazing!! Such a nice man and always up for a laugh. I passed first time in tallaght with his help. Highly recommend him.
Lesson prices for Drimnagh learners
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 Drimnagh
How much do driving lessons in Drimnagh cost?
Manual lessons start from €49 per hour in a 12-lesson EDT package at €587.95. Single lessons are €53.27. Automatic rates start from €54.94 per hour in a 12-lesson package.
Where will I do my driving test?
Drimnagh learners typically test at Tallaght Test Centre. We cover the test routes and approach roads during your lessons.
Do you offer automatic driving lessons in Drimnagh?
Yes. We have automatic instructors in the area. Same EDT structure, same local roads, just in an automatic car.
How do I book driving lessons?
Call us or book online. We will pair you with an instructor who knows Drimnagh Road, Long Mile Road, and the local estates.
What is the EDT programme?
EDT (Essential Driver Training) is 12 compulsory lessons that all learner drivers must complete. It builds your skills from basic control through to test-ready driving.