Driving Lessons in Rush
Rush lessons, from someone who knows every road and test route in North County Dublin.
Which Rush programme fits you
Total beginner - Rush
Never driven before? Your EDT starts in the residential estates on the edge of Rush. You build up to Main Street and Rush Road when you are ready.
Start EDTPretest ready
Test booked? Focused prep on Rush Road junctions, the drive to Swords Test Centre, and the test routes around Swords.
Book Test PrepAutomatic preference
Prefer automatic? Our automatic instructors cover Rush and know the Swords test routes. No clutch, same local roads.
Automatic LessonsDriving in Rush teaches you the hard stuff
Main Street in Rush is narrow with parked cars on both sides and delivery vans blocking the lane. Rush Road connects to the R128 and carries commuter traffic that moves fast. The harbour area has blind turns and heavy vehicles. Learning in Rush means town-centre tight spots and open road speed management.
Nearby Test Centre
Swords, 16km away (22 mins). Often includes Rush routes in test itinerary.
Key Local Roads
Main Street Rush, Rush Road (R128), Skerries Road, Kenure Lane, Channel Road.
EDT driving lessons in Rush connect to real traffic
Your EDT covers Rush traffic patterns. From quiet estate roads to Main Street Rush at peak time.
L1-2: Controls and Positioning
First lessons use the residential estates on the edge of Rush. Clear roads, proper lane markings, and space to find your feet with the controls and seating position before traffic enters the picture.
Learn about EDTL3-4: Direction Changes and Speed
Rush Road (R128) introduces you to open country road speed. Bends, no hard shoulder, and the transition from 50 to 80km/h. Direction changes at the Lusk junction test early decision-making.
EDT detailsL5-6: Complex Positioning and Hazards
Kenure Lane is single track with passing spots. You learn to read oncoming traffic early and commit to your position. Hazard awareness comes from real situations, not diagrams.
Test preparationL7-8: Sharing the Road and Traffic
Main Street Rush puts you in with pedestrians, parked cars, and delivery traffic all at once. Skerries Road north of the village adds tractors and agricultural vehicles to the mix in the growing season.
Test preparationL9-10: Complex Junctions and Speed
Channel Road to Rush Harbour ends in a dead end with tight manoeuvres in live conditions. The approach to the R132 from Rush Road covers multi-lane junction decisions at higher speeds.
View optionsL11-12: Driving Calmly and Night Driving
The drive from Rush to Swords Test Centre covers the R132 and business park roundabouts. Night lessons on the coastal Skerries Road prepare you for reduced visibility before test day.
Book nowDriving lessons in Rush on Main Street and the roads to Swords
Main Street Rush is where you start learning to read a town. Parked cars angle into the road, pedestrians step out between vans, and delivery lorries stop without warning. Slow-speed control and observation are not optional here.
Rush Road (R128) teaches you the other side of it. The 80km/h open country road to Lusk has bends and no hard shoulder. You will learn to hold position and manage speed on roads where mistakes have consequences.
Channel Road down to the harbour is tight. It is a dead end, so three-point turns happen in real conditions, not car parks. Kenure Lane is single track in places. Both roads build spatial awareness fast.
Swords Test Centre is 22 minutes from Rush. The drive there is part of your preparation. We pick up at Rush village square, North Beach car park, and Rush Harbour. Female instructors are available on request.
Manual lessons: €53.27 single, €52.50/lesson on a 6-pack, €49/lesson on a 12-pack. Automatic: €61.41 single, €54.94/lesson on a 12-pack. EDT: €587.95 manual, €659.24 auto. Pretest: €183.63 manual, €193.81 auto including car hire.
Pickup points in Rush
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Rush village square
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North Beach car park
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Rush Harbour
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Your home, work, or college
Rush learners who passed at Swords Test Centre
My instructor was Richard and I did lessons 3-12 with him. I had a great experience learning with Richie. He is calm, patient and focused on teaching me to drive safely and confidently over trying to rush the process which I really appreciated. I split my lessons between the instructors car and my own and feel confident in my driving now. When I had issues with my log book from my previous instructor, Richie helped me get this resolved and logged all my lessons promptly which can be an issue with other schools/instructors. I would highly recommend anyone to learn with Richie and feel like I got great value for my money working with him and I am now able to drive safely and confidently now.
Nsikak took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. Had my 12 EDT lessons with Andy O’Shea. Being a beginner, he was patient and took me through all the basics with no rush and repeated things if he needed to. His concern was helping me become a safe and competent driver than just ticking test tips and tricks boxes. All round good experience.
Prend took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. Driving lessons - I had lessons with Shane (based in the Rush area) who really knew his stuff and I would highly recommend. He was very friendly and could explain everything in detail and I have since passed my test.
Cian took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. my instructor was Richard and i did all my lessons with him. i now feel extremely confident in my driving skills after my 12 lessons with richard. he doesn’t rush you and is always very calm and understanding during the lessons. i would highly recommend richard to anyone looking to learn how to drive.
Lesson prices for Rush 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 Swords test centre.
Driving lesson FAQs for Rush
How much do driving lessons in Rush cost?
Manual lessons start at €49 per hour when you book the 12-lesson EDT package, or €53.27 for a single lesson. Automatic lessons start at €54.94 per hour (12-pack) or €61.41 for a single lesson.
Where will I do my driving test?
Rush learners test at Swords Test Centre. We cover the drive from Rush to Swords and the test routes around the centre.
Do you offer automatic driving lessons in Rush?
Yes. We have automatic instructors covering Rush. Same EDT programme, same routes along Main Street and Rush Road.
How do I book driving lessons?
Call us or book online. We will match you with an instructor who knows Rush and the Swords test routes.
What is the EDT programme?
EDT (Essential Driver Training) is 12 compulsory lessons for learner drivers. It covers hazard awareness, defensive driving, and the practical skills you need to pass.
Book your first lesson in Rush and we will start on the estate roads before working up to Main Street and the run to Swords Test Centre.
Or call (01) 902 3100