Automatic Driving Lessons in Kilkenny

The Dublin to Waterford dual-carriageway, the High Street one-way, the Castlecomer Road school run. Kilkenny rewards drivers who handle priority quickly.

1 RSA test centres in Kilkenny
85% pass rate
4.7 stars from 814+ reviews
EDT certified

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Automatic driving instructors in Kilkenny

Tell us where you are in Kilkenny. We will match you with an RSA-approved automatic instructor and ring you back inside the hour during working hours.

  • EDT-certified, RSA-approved
  • Pickup at home, work, or college
  • Pretest at your actual test centre
  • No hard-sell. Book when you are ready.

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What happens next

  1. 1
    We call inside the hour Working hours, Mon-Sat. No voicemail tag.
  2. 2
    We match you to a local instructor RSA-approved, automatic, near your test centre.
  3. 3
    Your first lesson goes in the diary Pickup at home, work, or college. EDT logbook from lesson one.
4.7 stars from 814+ reviews
85% pass rate
RSA-Approved Instructors
EDT Certified

The Kilkenny angle

Why learn automatic in Kilkenny

Kilkenny driving is the dual-carriageway and the medieval one-way.

Kilkenny is a small city wrapped around a castle and a county that drives on the bypass. The High Street and Parliament Street form a tight one-way grid with bus traffic and pedestrians. The Castlecomer Road carries commuters in. The Waterford Road carries them out. Most learners drive on quiet estates; the test uses the bypass.

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dual-carriageway approach pickup

Kilkenny routes use the dual-carriageway approach with traffic at 100. Automatic gives you the gear; you read the gap.

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Town one-way grid

High Street and John Street are tight one-ways with bus stops and cyclists. Automatic creeps with the flow while you watch the cyclist.

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Castlecomer Road school zone

Castlecomer Road has the school-run pinch where the speed limit drops. Automatic keeps your eyes on the kid, not the gear lever.

1 centres · Kilkenny

RSA driving test centres in Kilkenny

Kilkenny's RSA test centre is in Kilkenny city. We run pretest on the actual examiner routes, including the dual-carriageway approach and the city one-way grid.

Kilkenny

Kilkenny, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny

Towns served: Kilkenny city, Castlecomer, Thomastown, Bennettsbridge, Callan, Ballyragget

Kilkenny routes use the dual-carriageway approach, the High Street one-way, and the Castlecomer Road school zones. Examiners watch the dual-carriageway pickup.

Hill starts
Dual carriageway
Roundabouts
Narrow streets
School zones
Speed-limit changes

On the road

Driving conditions across County Kilkenny

What learning to drive in Kilkenny actually feels like.

The four-bar profile below is how we score Kilkenny routes for our learners. Higher numbers mean more of that feature on the average lesson, and more of it to plan around when you take your test. Use it to set expectations, not to grade the county.

Traffic density
Hills and gradients
Dual-carriageway driving
Rural roads

Coverage · 13 towns

Kilkenny towns where we run automatic driving lessons

Your town, your pickup, your test centre.

Pickup is at home, work, or any sensible meeting point. If your town is on this list, an RSA-approved automatic instructor is already in the area.

  • Callan
  • Graiguenamanagh
  • Bennettsbridge
  • Ballyragget
  • Freshford
  • Inistioge
  • Kilmacow
  • Mooncoin
  • Mullinavat
  • Piltown

Don't see your town? Tell us where you are and we will match you with the nearest instructor.

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Automatic driving lesson reviews

Real learners. Real instructors. Passed in an automatic.

4.7 from 250+ verified Google reviews

I passed my driving test on the first attempt with Jonathan Martinez in an automatic, and I would strongly recommend him to anyone looking to build their confidence behind the wheel. As a nervous and inexperienced driver without my own car, I had tried lessons with other instructors and schools.but Jonathan and were by far the best fit. Their booking system was the easiest to use, and the lessons were structured, supportive, and tailored to my pace. It's clear that Jonathan genuinely cares about helping learners become safe, confident drivers.not just passing a test. His calm, encouraging approach made all the difference. My lessons were between Dublin 12, Tallaght, and finally in Dun Laoghaire.
Stefan Wroblewski Instructor: Jonathan Martinez
Passed test
I recently completed additional driving lessons with Derek Verso to boost my skills and confidence beyond the 12 EDT lessons, before my test (passed at first attempt - automatic). It was a truly positive experience. Derek was patient and really helpful in identifying areas for improvement. Scheduling was easy, and Derek was always reliable and communicative (thanks Derek!) Previously, I also completed my 12 EDT lessons at with John McCabe, which was equally positive. Would highly recommend both instructors!
Meghan Woodward Instructor: Derek Verso
EDT
I had the pleasure of getting automatic driving lessons with Steve and passed my test today. He's a great teacher and a lovely guy to spend the lessons with.
Jack O'Brien Instructor: Steve
Passed test

People also ask

Automatic driving lessons in Kilkenny: your questions answered

The questions Kilkenny learners send us most. Direct answers, no generic filler.

Where can I take an automatic driving test in Kilkenny?

Kilkenny RSA test centre accepts automatic. Same Category B test, automatic-only notation, full Irish driving licence.

How much are automatic driving lessons in Kilkenny?

Single €61.41. Six €353.71. Twelve (full EDT) €659.24 at €54.94 per lesson.

Do you do EDT lessons in Kilkenny?

Yes. 12-hour Essential Driver Training across Kilkenny city, Castlecomer, Thomastown and the surrounding towns. Every lesson logged in your RSA EDT logbook.

Where can I get a pretest in Kilkenny?

Pretest with car hire is €193.81. You drive the examiner route, run the manoeuvres at the test ground, take our automatic in for the test.

Do you cover Castlecomer and Thomastown?

Yes. Pickup at home or work. We run lessons on the dual-carriageway and the local roads the examiner uses.

Will an automatic licence cause issues in Kilkenny?

It will not. Upgrade to manual later if you need to. Most learners stay automatic.

How do I book an automatic lesson in Kilkenny?

Fill in the form below or call 01 902 3100. We ring back inside the hour during working hours.

Automatic Lesson Prices in Kilkenny

Same price across all of Kilkenny. No distance surcharges.

6 Automatic Driving Lessons

€353.71
€58.95 per lesson

3 Automatic Driving Lessons

€180.57
€60.19 per lesson

1 Automatic Driving Lesson

€61.41
€61.41 per lesson

Nearby coverage

Automatic driving lessons in counties near Kilkenny

Same fleet, same instructors, same EDT logbook. Different roads.

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Kilkenny test prep on the dual-carriageway and the city loops

Pickup in Kilkenny city, Castlecomer, Thomastown or any of the surrounding towns.

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