What is the cost of driving lessons in Melbourne?

Driving lesson prices in Melbourne typically range from $90 to $180 depending on lesson duration (60–90 minutes) and instructor. PDIN instructors charge from $90/hr to $180 for a 90-minute session, with no hidden platform fees.

Do PDIN instructors teach manual and automatic driving?

Yes. Several instructors in the network offer both manual and automatic transmission lessons. Use the Find Instructors page to filter by transmission type.

Can I get driving lessons if I have a foreign or overseas licence?

Yes. Rob Lester and other PDIN instructors specialise in overseas licence conversion, helping international drivers adapt to Australian road rules and pass the VicRoads licence assessment.

Are there NDIS-funded driving instructors in Melbourne?

Yes. Several PDIN instructors offer NDIS-supported driving instruction, including Rob Lester (Vermont VIC), Sarah Bruce (Dumbalk VIC), Sheridan Macdonald (Bendigo VIC), and Washington Rossato (Werribee VIC), all experienced with neurodiverse learners.

How do I join the PDIN driving instructor network?

Self-employed and independent driving instructors across Australia can join PDIN at pdin.au. There are no commissions — you keep 100% of your lesson fees. No lock-in contracts. Instructors in Victoria, NSW and Queensland are welcome. Apply at pdin.au/#join.

Can I find a driving instructor near me in Werribee, Bendigo, Coffs Harbour or Logan City?

Yes. PDIN has professional driving instructors in Werribee VIC, Tarneit VIC, Vermont VIC, Bendigo VIC, Coffs Harbour NSW, Logan City QLD and Bradbury NSW. Search by suburb or postcode at pdin.au to find your nearest instructor.

What is the cost of driving lessons in Melbourne?

PDIN driving instructors charge between $80 and $110 for a 60-minute lesson depending on location and specialisation. All instructors set their own rates and there are no hidden platform fees.

Find a Professional Driving Instructor Near You

Q: How do I find a driving instructor near me in Melbourne?

Use the suburb or postcode search on the Professional Driving Instructors Network homepage to find experienced, independent driving instructors near you in Melbourne. You can also use your device's GPS to find instructors by current location.

Find experienced, independent driving instructors near you across Melbourne, Bendigo, Werribee, Tarneit, Coffs Harbour, Logan City, Bradbury and beyond. Whether you need learner driver lessons, VicRoads test preparation, automatic or manual driving lessons, NDIS-supported instruction, nervous driver support, refresher lessons or overseas licence conversion — PDIN connects you with a qualified instructor in your suburb. Search by suburb or postcode to find the right instructor for you.

Washington Rossato — Driving Rehabilitation Instructor, Werribee VIC

Washington Rossato is a dedicated Driving Rehabilitation Driver Trainer with Beyond Limits Academy, based in Werribee, Melbourne's Western Suburbs, with 13 years of experience. Holding a VIC Driving Instructor Authority (DIA) and Working With Children Check, Washington specialises in nervous drivers, VicRoads test preparation, senior drivers, NDIS-supported instruction, and neurodiverse learners. Working closely with occupational therapists, healthcare professionals, support coordinators and funding bodies, Washington delivers personalised driver training programs tailored to each participant's abilities. Driving a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek automatic. Available weekdays mornings and afternoons. Serving Werribee and surrounding areas within a 15 km radius. $95 per 60-minute lesson, $150 per 90-minute lesson, $180 per 120-minute lesson.

Christopher Venal — Professional Driving Instructor, Bradbury NSW

Christopher Venal is a professional driving instructor based in Bradbury, New South Wales, with 3 years of experience. Holding a NSW Driving Instructor Licence and Working With Children Check, Christopher specialises in learner drivers, test preparation, defensive driving, overseas licence conversion, and manual instruction. A multilingual instructor offering lessons in English and Tagalog/Filipino. With a unique background spanning licences for automatic and manual vehicles, motorcycles, boats, forklifts, fixed-wing aircraft and drones, Christopher brings exceptional hazard perception and risk management skills to every lesson. Also a volunteer with the State Emergency Service (SES). Offering both automatic and manual lessons in a 2025 Suzuki Jimny XL and 2007 Toyota Yaris YRS. Available 7 days a week, all times. Serving Bradbury and surrounding areas within a 100 km radius. $85 per 60-minute lesson, $130 per 90-minute lesson, $150 per 120-minute lesson.

Lahiru Bandara Halkewela — Professional Driving Instructor, Epping VIC

Lahiru Bandara Halkewela is a professional driving instructor based in Epping, Melbourne's Northern Suburbs, holding a VIC Driving Instructor Authority (DIA) and Working With Children Check. Lahiru specialises in learner driver lessons, adult learners, VicRoads test preparation, defensive driving, and overseas licence conversion. Offering lessons in English and Sinhalese, making him an ideal instructor for Sri Lankan learner drivers in Melbourne. Driving a Toyota Corolla automatic. Available weekdays 9am to 1pm and weekends 9am to 6pm. Serving Epping and surrounding northern Melbourne suburbs within a 15 km radius. $85 per 60-minute lesson, $110 per 90-minute lesson.

Why Choose the Professional Driving Instructors Network?

PDIN connects learner drivers directly with qualified, independent driving instructors. No commissions — instructors keep 100% of their fees.

Experienced instructors with Driving Instructor Authority (DIA)
Specialising in first-time learners, nervous drivers, VicRoads test preparation
Manual and automatic transmission lessons available
NDIS-supported driving instruction
Overseas licence conversion assistance
Serving Melbourne, Werribee, Tarneit, Vermont, Bendigo, Coffs Harbour, Logan City, Bradbury, Campbelltown and surrounding regions across VIC, NSW and QLD
Independent instructors keep 100% of their lesson fees — no commissions, no lock-in

Our Driving Instructors

Rob Lester — Professional Driving Instructor, Vermont VIC

Rob Lester is a professional driving instructor based in Vermont, Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs, with over 20 years of experience. Specialises in learner drivers, VicRoads test preparation, manual and automatic transmission, NDIS-supported instruction, and overseas licence conversion. Serving Vermont, Box Hill, Ringwood, Doncaster and surrounding suburbs.

Adrienne Kreegher — Professional Driving Instructor, Horsham VIC

Adrienne Kreegher is a professional driving instructor based in Horsham, Victoria with 10 years of experience. Specialises in nervous and anxious drivers, highway driving, hazard perception, overseas licence conversion, and neurodiverse learners. Serving Horsham and surrounding areas within a 60 km radius.

Herbie Lester — Professional Driving Instructor, Vermont VIC

Herbie Lester is a professional driving instructor based in Vermont, Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs. Serving Vermont, Box Hill and surrounding suburbs.

Ramandeep — Professional Driving Instructor, Tarneit VIC

Ramandeep is a professional driving instructor based in Tarneit, Melbourne's Western Suburbs, with 4 years of experience. Holding a VIC Driving Instructor Authority (DIA), Ramandeep specialises in learner drivers, VicRoads test preparation, defensive driving, advanced confidence building, and overseas licence conversion. Lessons available in English, Hindi, and Punjabi. Driving a Toyota Yaris automatic. Available weekdays mornings and afternoons. Serving Tarneit and surrounding suburbs within a 15 km radius.

Rosie Skene — Professional Driving Instructor, Coffs Harbour NSW

Rosie Skene is a professional driving instructor based in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, holding a NSW Driving Instructor Licence and Working With Children Check. A former NSW Police Officer with a calm, patient and encouraging teaching style, Rosie specialises in nervous and anxious learners, defensive driving, and neurodiverse individuals. Driving a Toyota Corolla Cross automatic. Available weekdays and Saturdays, mornings and afternoons. Serving Coffs Harbour and surrounding areas within a 30 km radius. $110 per 60-minute lesson.

Sarah Bruce — Professional Driving Instructor, Dumbalk VIC

Sarah Bruce is the founder of Drive Skills 4 Life and a professional driving instructor based in Dumbalk, Victoria, with over 13 years of experience. Holding a VIC Driving Instructor Authority (DIA) and Working With Children Check, Sarah specialises in nervous drivers, refresher lessons, advanced confidence, NDIS-supported driving instruction, and neurodiverse learners. Clients describe her as calm, kind, patient and non-judgemental. Driving a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid automatic. Available weekdays until 4pm Monday to Thursday. Serving Dumbalk and surrounding areas within a 30 km radius. $105 per 60-minute lesson.

Sheridan Macdonald — Professional Driving Instructor, Bendigo VIC

Sheridan Macdonald is a professional driving instructor based in Bendigo, Victoria, with over 20 years of experience since establishing her driving school in 2003. Holding a VIC Driving Instructor Authority (DIA) and Working With Children Check, Sheridan specialises in nervous drivers, VicRoads test preparation, senior drivers, NDIS-supported instruction, neurodiverse learners, and drivers who require vehicle modifications. Offering both automatic and manual lessons. Available weekdays mornings and afternoons. Serving Bendigo and surrounding areas within a 10 km radius. $90 per 60-minute lesson.

Paul Godwin — Professional Driving Instructor, Logan City QLD

Paul Godwin is a friendly and approachable professional driving instructor based in Logan City, Queensland, with 7 years of experience including commercial and overseas driving. Specialising in learner drivers, logbook hours, refresher lessons, defensive driving, and advanced confidence building. Driving a 2024 Kia Picanto GtLine automatic. Available 7 days a week including weekends, early mornings and afternoons. Serving Logan City and surrounding areas within a 20 km radius. $100 per 60-minute lesson, $150 per 90-minute lesson.

Driving Lesson Pricing

Lesson fees vary by instructor. Typical rates range from $80 for a 60-minute lesson to $120 for a 90-minute lesson. Contact instructors directly — no platform fees apply.

Join the Driving Instructor Network — Independent Instructors Welcome

Are you a self-employed or independent driving instructor anywhere in Australia? Join PDIN and get your own profile page listed in our national driving instructor directory. No commissions — you keep 100% of your lesson fees. No lock-in. Get more students in your suburb by joining Australia's growing network of professional independent driving instructors. Instructors in VIC, NSW and QLD welcome. Apply to join today.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a driving instructor near me in Melbourne?: Use the suburb or postcode search on our homepage to find experienced, independent driving instructors near you.
What is the cost of driving lessons in Melbourne?: Driving lesson prices in Melbourne typically range from $80 to $180 depending on lesson duration and instructor.
Do PDIN instructors teach manual and automatic driving?: Yes. Several instructors in the network offer both manual and automatic transmission lessons.
Are there NDIS-funded driving instructors in Melbourne?: Yes. Several PDIN instructors offer NDIS-supported driving instruction, including Rob Lester (Vermont VIC), Sarah Bruce (Dumbalk VIC), and Sheridan Macdonald (Bendigo VIC), all experienced with neurodiverse learners.
Can I get driving lessons if I have a foreign or overseas licence?: Yes. PDIN instructors specialise in overseas licence conversion, helping international drivers adapt to Australian road rules.

Contact Us

For support or enquiries, contact the PDIN team at support@pdin.au.