How long does it usually take to practice driving at a driving school?

[LeAubrey]

Approximately 45 days, with daily practice time depending on individual schedules. Below is a detailed introduction to the driving test: 1. Subject 1 test content: Mainly tests basic knowledge such as road traffic safety laws and regulations, traffic signals and their meanings, and traffic rules. Evaluation criteria: A total of 1325 questions, with 100 randomly selected to form a test paper. Each question is worth 1 point, with a full score of 100, and a passing score of 90. The test duration is 45 minutes. 2. Subject 2 test content: The five compulsory items are reverse parking, parallel parking, hill start, right-angle turn, and curve driving. Some regions may have additional items. Currently, except for the hill start, which must be completed within 30 seconds, reverse parking and parallel parking have time limits still in pilot stages without full implementation. Evaluation criteria: Full score of 100, with a passing score of 80 or above. Those who fail can retake once on the spot; if they fail again, they must wait 10 days before rescheduling. 3. Subject 3 test content: Includes 16 driving skills such as vehicle preparation, starting and straight-line driving, gear shifting, lane changing, pulling over, passing intersections straight, left and right turns at intersections, crossing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting vehicles, overtaking and turning, and light simulation. Evaluation criteria: Full score of 100, with a passing score of 90. One retake is allowed on the spot; if failed again, rescheduling is possible after 10 days. 4. Subject 4 test content: Mainly tests safe and civilized driving requirements, safe driving knowledge in adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods such as tire blowouts, and post-accident handling knowledge. Like Subject 1, it is a theoretical test (computer-based). Evaluation criteria: A total of 1128 questions, with 50 randomly selected to form a test paper. Question types include true/false, single-choice, and multiple-choice. Each question is worth 2 points, with a full score of 100, and a passing score of 90. The test duration is 30 minutes.

[PeterLee]

When I first started learning to drive, the time spent varied from person to person. As a complete beginner who knew nothing at first, it took me about 25 hours in total from practicing reverse parking in Subject 2 to on-road driving in Subject 3. I went to the driving school three times a week, two hours each time, and kept it up for three weeks. The instructor said the fastest learner managed it in 15 hours, but I think more practice is safer, especially when the rearview mirror gets blurry after rain—you need some extra practice. The key is to adjust according to your own progress and not rush the test; building a solid foundation is most important. I’ve talked with friends, and they all recommend beginners start with at least 20 hours, then review a few more hours after passing to reinforce skills. Spending this time is worth it to avoid accidents later when driving.

[OJulia]

As a parent, I observed that my son needed around 20 hours of practice at the driving school to feel confident. He started off slowly, practicing three times a week for one and a half hours each session, totaling 22 hours to complete. I often reminded him that safety comes first—like practicing more at night or on busy roads as required by the driving school. Some people with a good foundation might pass in 15 hours, but most need at least 20 hours to be safe. Considering the possibility of failing the test, I always recommend preparing an extra 5 hours as a buffer. These practice sessions ensure steady driving on the road and lay a solid foundation for long-term driving. Discussing progress with your child can also help reduce nervousness.

[JoyFitz]

Based on years of driving instruction experience, driving school practice typically requires 15 to 25 hours of hands-on training. Beginners are divided into two parts: about 10 hours of subject two (closed-course training) for practicing parking and turning, and 10 to 15 hours of subject three (road driving) to handle traffic. Individual abilities play a significant role—for example, those with good coordination may progress faster. Don't skip practice; master each skill thoroughly to pass the test. Plan reasonably for 2-3 practice sessions per week, 1-2 hours each, and complete it within a month. Don’t obsess over the duration; solid mastery is key. I’ve helped many students shorten practice time, but safety must never be compromised.