First Lesson Special
Perfect introduction lesson with pick-up, drop-off and personalised feedback.
$75$85
New students only
Book First Lesson Special- 1-hour driving lesson
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Logbook sign-off
Serving Hornsby & Upper North Shore
Automatic Driving Lessons in Hornsby
From Hornsby's main streets to the Pacific Highway and beyond — professional driving lessons with an experienced, certified instructor who knows the Hornsby test routes inside out.
- Fully certified instructor
- Pick-up from Hornsby
- Same-week bookings
- 5.0 Google rating
- Automatic cars only
- First lesson
- $75
- Google rating
- 5.0★
- Available
- 7 days
- Years experience
- 10+
Automatic driving lessons across Hornsby & Upper North Shore
Hornsby and the upper North Shore is one of Sydney's most active learner driver areas — and for good reason. The mix of quiet suburban streets, busy Pacific Highway sections, Pennant Hills Road, and the approach to Hornsby's busy town centre provides a well-rounded environment for building genuine driving skill.
Driver's ED instructor Vik services Hornsby, Wahroonga, Turramurra, Pymble, Gordon, Waitara, Asquith, Beecroft, Cheltenham, Pennant Hills, and Normanhurst — picking students up directly from their homes across the upper North Shore. Vik has detailed knowledge of the Hornsby test routes and structures every lesson around what actually counts at the test centre.
A large part of Vik's Hornsby student base includes younger learners fresh on their L's, as well as international students and skilled migrants who need to convert their overseas licence or learn from scratch. Vik is fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, making lessons particularly accessible for students from diverse backgrounds across the Hornsby area.
Lessons in the Hornsby area are available 7 days a week from 7am to 9pm. The 10-hour package remains the most popular option for Hornsby learners — covering every required manoeuvre, local test routes on Hornsby's real roads, and the progressive skill-building needed to walk into the test centre with genuine confidence.
How it works
Four simple steps from booking to your licence
- 1
Book online
Instant confirmation
- 2
We pick you up
From your location
- 3
Learn & practise
Personalised lessons
- 4
Pass your test
First-attempt success
How much are driving lessons in Hornsby?
A driving lesson in Hornsby costs $85, and your first lesson is $75 if you're new to Driver's ED. Packages bring it down to $80.80 an hour for 5 hours ($404) or $76.50 an hour for 10 hours ($765). Pick-up from your Hornsby address and logbook sign-off are always included.
5-Hour Package
Five hours of structured lessons to build core skills and confidence.
$404$425
Save $21
Book 5-Hour Package- 5 hours of instruction
- Book each lesson when it suits you
- Progress tracking
10-Hour Package
Ten hours of comprehensive training covering all essential driving skills.
$765$850
Save $85
Book 10-Hour Package- 10 hours of instruction
- Test route practice
- All manoeuvres covered
Complete Test Package
Pre-test lesson plus vehicle hire for your driving test.
$250
Book Complete Test Package- 1-hour pre-test practice
- Car hire for the test
- Pick-up and test centre transport
| Package | Price | Lesson hours | Cost per hour | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Lesson Special | $75 | 1 | $75 | Trying us out (new students) |
| 5-Hour Package | $404 | 5 | $80.80 | Building core skills |
| 10-Hour Package | $765 | 10 | $76.50 | Full test preparation |
| Complete Test Package | $250 | 1 | $250 | Test day: warm-up + car |
| Single Lesson | $85 | 1 | $85 | Extra practice any time |
| Car Hire | $170 | Test only | — | Test day car only |
Every lesson includes pick-up, drop-off and logbook sign-off. The first lesson price is for new students only.
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Why Hornsby students choose Driver's ED
Local routes, patient teaching, lessons in your language.
Hornsby test route expert
Vik knows the Service NSW Hornsby test routes in detail and practises the exact roads, turns, and manoeuvres examiners use — so test day feels familiar, not frightening.
Multilingual instruction
Lessons in English, Hindi, and Punjabi. Popular with Hornsby's South Asian community and international students from nearby universities.
Covers all Upper North Shore
Hornsby, Wahroonga, Turramurra, Pymble, Gordon, Asquith, Waitara, Beecroft, Pennant Hills, Normanhurst, and beyond. Pick-up always included.
Automatic specialist
Only automatic transmission. No clutch, no gear changes — just clear, focused progression toward your licence.
7 days, 7am–9pm
Before school, after work, weekends. Flexible scheduling around your life in Hornsby.
Patient with nervous learners
Many Hornsby students come to Vik after negative experiences elsewhere. His patient, confidence-first approach has helped many anxious learners get their licence.
Meet Vik — your Hornsby driving instructor
Lead Driving Instructor · Hornsby & Upper North Shore
Vik doesn't teach from a textbook; he teaches from the exact mental checklist assessors use at Hornsby and other Sydney test centres.
For Hornsby students, this means every lesson targets the specific behaviours that get tested on the upper North Shore's roads — merging onto the Pacific Highway, navigating Hornsby's roundabouts, safe following distances in school zones, and the precise observation habits that separate passes from fails. Students consistently report that after Vik's preparation, the test itself felt manageable — not overwhelming.
- Fully certified instructor
- Years of examiner experience
- Expert in Hornsby test routes
- English · Hindi · Punjabi
Student reviews — verified on Google
Rated 5.0 from 39 Google reviews
Upper North Shore suburbs we cover
Hornsby and every suburb nearby — pick-up from your door.
- Hornsby
- Waitara
- Asquith
- Wahroonga
- Turramurra
- Pymble
- Gordon
- Killara
- Lindfield
- Beecroft
- Cheltenham
- Pennant Hills
- Normanhurst
- Epping
- Carlingford
- West Pennant Hills
Not on the list? Call us — we may still be able to reach you. 0402 597 375
Driving lessons by area
Is there a driving test centre in Hornsby?
Yes — there is a Service NSW Driver Testing Centre in Hornsby. Vik knows the Hornsby test routes in detail and structures lessons specifically around the roads and manoeuvres assessed at this centre.
Do you offer lessons in Hindi or Punjabi in Hornsby?
Yes. Vik is fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi. Many students find it much easier to learn complex manoeuvres and road rules when discussed in their first language. Mention your preference when booking.
Do you cover Wahroonga, Turramurra, and Pennant Hills?
Yes — Wahroonga, Turramurra, Pymble, Gordon, Asquith, Waitara, Beecroft, Cheltenham, Pennant Hills, Normanhurst, and Epping are all within our service area. Pick-up is included at no extra charge from all these suburbs.
I failed my driving test — can you help?
Absolutely. Vik works with many students who have previously failed and knows how to identify and fix the specific issues that caused the fail. He gives detailed, precise feedback and targeted practice that addresses exactly what went wrong.
How do I book a driving lesson in Hornsby?
Book online, or call Vik directly on 0402 597 375 — same-week bookings are usually available. Lessons run 7 days a week, 7am to 9pm. You can also send a message through our contact page.
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Book your first lesson in Hornsby today
$75 first lesson. Pick-up from your door. Same-week availability, 7 days a week.