Driving Lessons in Shankill
Shankill lessons, from someone who knows every road and test route in South County.
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Total beginner - Shankill
First time driving? Your EDT starts on the quiet roads near Shanganagh Park. You build to Shankill village and Dublin Road when you are ready.
Start EDTPretest ready
Test booked? Focused prep on Dublin Road speed transitions, Shankill village traffic, and the Dun Laoghaire test centre routes.
Book Test PrepAutomatic preference
Prefer automatic? Our automatic instructors cover Shankill and know the Dun Laoghaire test routes. Hill starts at Quinn's Road are much easier in automatic.
Automatic LessonsDriving in Shankill teaches you the hard stuff
Shankill Road is narrow with parked cars on both sides. Dublin Road carries fast traffic between Bray and the city. Quinn's Road connects to the DART station and gets congested at commuter times. Learning in Shankill means tight village streets, fast dual carriageway sections, and constant give-and-take with parked cars.
Nearby Test Centre
Dun Laoghaire, 3km away (8 mins). Often includes Shankill routes in test itinerary.
Key Local Roads
Shankill Road (R116), Dublin Road (Old N11), Quinn's Road, Corbawn Lane, Stonebridge Road.
12 EDT lessons covering Shankill roads
Shanganagh Park to Shankill Road (R116) to Dublin Road. Your EDT builds progressively on each route.
L1-2: Controls and Positioning
First two lessons focus on clutch, gears, and moving smoothly. The roads around Shanganagh Park are ideal for this. Wide tarmac, gentle traffic, and space to repeat manoeuvres without pressure.
Learn about EDTL3-4: Direction Changes and Speed
Turning, changing lanes, and matching speed to conditions. Shankill Road through the village gives you tight left and right turns, parked cars on both sides, and real pedestrian hazards to read.
EDT detailsL5-6: Complex Positioning and Hazards
Positioning at junctions and identifying risk. Corbawn Lane off the village is narrow with blind corners and limited passing space. Getting your road position right here is the whole lesson.
Test preparationL7-8: Sharing the Road and Traffic
Buses, cyclists, and pedestrians. Dublin Road (Old N11) carries buses and heavy traffic and the stops force lane changes. You practise giving space and reading the road well ahead on this section.
Test preparationL9-10: Complex Junctions and Speed Management
Faster roads and multi-lane junctions. Stonebridge Road runs down towards the M11 junction, with the N11 dual carriageway and its merging traffic nearby. Your instructor brings you through the approach roads until the timing and positioning feel natural.
View optionsL11-12: Calm and Night Driving
Driving in low light and building consistency on all skills. Evening runs along Dublin Road heading towards Loughlinstown give you real low-light experience on a familiar route before the test.
Book nowDriving lessons in Shankill from the village to the Old N11
Quinn's Road drops steeply from the village down towards Shankill DART Station and it is one of the first real tests for learners here. Hill starts, clutch control on a gradient, and traffic coming the other way on a narrow road. You sort that out early and the rest follows.
We pick up from Shankill DART Station, Shankill Shopping Centre, or Shanganagh Park car park. Female instructors are available if preferred.
Early lessons use the roads around Shanganagh Park. Wide, quiet, good visibility. From there you move into the village on Shankill Road (R116) and then to Dublin Road where the traffic is heavier and speed limits shift between 50 and 60.
Manual lessons cost €53.27 single, €52.50 per lesson on a 6-pack, and €49 per lesson on the 12-lesson EDT (€587.95 total). Automatic lessons are €61.41 single or €54.94 per lesson on a 12-pack. Pretest with car hire is €183.63 manual, €193.81 automatic.
Dun Laoghaire Test Centre on Loughlinstown Drive is about 8 minutes from Shankill. The test routes come back through Ballybrack and the village, so they become familiar ground well before your test date.
Pickup points in Shankill
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Shankill DART Station
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Shankill Shopping Centre
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Shanganagh Park car park
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Your home, work, or college
Shankill learners passed at Dun Laoghaire
Oisin took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. I did my 12 EDT lessons with Richie as well as a few pre test lessons and he got me the pass. Going in I had absolutely no driving experience and very little opportunity to practice outside of lessons but Richie was able to get me driving despite that. Very patient, great teacher and puts his trust in your abilities. Absolutely recommend 100%.
Lovelyn took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. I passed my driving test today, with the help of Andy. Learning to drive with Andy was such a pleasant experience.From the very first lesson , he instantly made me feel comfortable and boosted my confidence. I couldn’t have wished for a better driving instructor, highly recommend.
Hariharan took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. Passed my driving test today !! Had wonderful experience with 'RSA School of Motoring'. Shane was my instructor. He had dedicated his time and effort to identify the gap in my driving, provided continuous feedback, and guided me through right lessons. Thank you, 'RSA School of Motoring' and Shane. I strongly recommend to all !!
Anna took driving lessons with RSA School of Motoring. I did my lessons 2 years ago but only booked my test recently. I booked 3 refresher lessons with Aidan Brereton and he was amazing in helping me get rid of all my bad habits. I passed my test first time today and definitely wouldn't have done so without him. I would highly recommend him and RSA.
What lessons cost for Shankill 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 Dun Laoghaire test centre.
Driving lesson FAQs for Shankill
How much do driving lessons in Shankill 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?
Shankill learners test at Dun Laoghaire Test Centre. Routes come through Ballybrack and Shankill village. We practise those routes in your lessons.
Do you offer automatic driving lessons in Shankill?
Yes. We have automatic instructors covering Shankill. Same EDT programme, same routes along Dublin Road and through the village.
How do I book driving lessons?
Call us or book online. We will match you with an instructor who knows Shankill, the DART station traffic, and the Dun Laoghaire 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 all the practical skills you need to pass your test.
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