Training
Congratulations! By finding this website you are on the right road to Learning how to drive & passing your driving test in Galway. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking for a pre test course of lessons for your driving test in Galway. Advance Drive is the driving school for you, We will help you pass your driving test first time. Take a moment to read our customer Testimonials.
Advance Drive is Galway’s largest and most successful driving school with a pass rate second to none. The Advance Drive office was originally based in Salthill, but now has its main office in our state of the art transport training centre located in Ballybane Galway. We are the only driving school and training centre in the West of Ireland approved by the RSA to deliver ADI instructor training and to deliver driver training in every category of vehicle (A, A1, B, B, C1, C, CE, D1, D).
Advance Drive teaches beginners how to drive manual and automatic cars as well as providing driver training to professional drivers in such industries as The Fire Service, Ambulance Drivers – Paramedics / EMT’s, Coach & Minibus Drivers and Rigid & Artic Truck Drivers. Whatever the license category Advance Drive has you covered!
Advance Drive run weekly Driver CPC Training courses, Manual Handling courses, Digital Tachograph Training and provide information on ADR Driver Hazchem Training courses for professional drivers in Galway, Mayo and Westmeath.
Driver recruitment is another service offered to recently qualified and experienced drivers. We work with transport companies to place newly qualified drivers. Some commercial clients of Advance Drive include; The Department of Social Protection & Employment Services, Intreo, ETB’s Nationwide, An Post, The ESB, Galway City Council and Galway County Council.
Advance Drive guarantee to give the best possible training with Director of Advance Drive; Philip Rice being presented with the RSA’s ‘Leading Lights’ in road safety award for ‘ADI Truck Instructor of the year 2013’ & again in 2014, Advance Drive was also short listed and a finalist for the ‘Safety Award’ in the ‘Irish Logistics and Transport Awards 2014’.
Learning to drive is something that nearly every person will do in their lifetime. Getting the correct information and professional training from the start helps drivers to become safer, more competent drivers thus minimising risk to themselves and other vulnerable road users. Advance Drive will help you pass your driving test first time and provide you with all the information and guidance you need along the way.
For more information contact a member of our team on 091 524689 or email info@advancedrive.com
Testimonials
Thanks very much to Advance for enabling me to pass my bus driving test, especially Noel for his expert advice and guidance over the course of the lessons. Many thanks!
December 11, 2024
I recently received tuition for my category D-D1 Bus test with Advance Drive.It was the first time i used this driving school and also the first time i passed a vehicle category test,first time.Excellent,patient tuition delivered in a proffessional manner.I was lucky enough to get a job two weeks after.I would highly recommend Advance,thanks Philip.
April 30, 2014Gerard Murphy
It being almost 43 years since I did my last driving test, I was a little nervous and apprehensive at doing the bus driving course and test especially as I'm now in my early 60's.
I should not have worried, the instructors both in practical driving and theory were excellent. Knowledgeable, patient, encouraging as well as being precise and constructive in their feedback.
Passing the driving test and CPC, has been a most satisfying adventure, for which I would recommend Advance Drive to anyone contemplating driving.
February 18, 2026Galway
I had an excellent experience learning with Pat. He was phenomenal at his job—patient, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. Pat explained everything clearly, built my confidence behind the wheel, and always made sure I felt comfortable and understood each lesson. His calm and encouraging approach made learning to drive an enjoyable experience. Thanks to his guidance, I became a safe and confident driver. I highly recommend Pat to anyone looking for a dedicated and outstanding driving instructor. Thank you, Pat, for all your support and encouragement!
June 18, 2026Galway
Passed my driving test first time!! I wouldn’t have done it without advanced drive! My driving instructor Pat was fantastic. He was extremely patient with me and gave me very good advice. I also want to say a big thank you Emma. She was extremely helpful when booking and rescheduling appointments. Thank you very much!
December 14, 2021Galway
Found Advance very helpful, Took lessons for my EB test using their Jeep & trailer. Passed 1st time. Philip is a very patient tutor & I would highly recommend him!!
April 28, 2014Rachel
Great instructors for both rigid and artic. Very helpful and friendly team who really knows their stuff
June 6, 2023Clifden
Anton was my instructor - top man he gave me everything I needed to pass my test with as little errors as possible. Highly recommend this driving school, very professional.
April 3, 2023Athlone
Thank you!
It was a great pleasure to being instructed by Pat Casserly during me lessons!
Pat taught me the essential requirements for passing the test, gave me practical feedback during the lessons, and brought me to the exact locations where test took place and alway bringing good vibe and confidence during the lessons and prior to the test. Also, the office people Carla and Aiofe were very supportive in organising the lessons sometimes in a very short notice !
March 13, 2023Galway
I just passed my Category D (Bus) with Advance Drive. Lee was excellent with providing me with enough knowledge needed to be a safe and competent road user (the very skills needed to pass the driving test). By test day, I could see my confidence soaring comparing the first day I got behind the wheel.
I can honestly say I never went into a driving test as comfortable, relaxed and confident as I did today, all thanks to Lee's professionalism and experience.
July 13, 2020Galway
Passed my D license with the excellent help of Mike
who has a calm and focussed approach from his many years of experience. The staff at Advance are most helpful and you feel confident that once to listen and practice what you are taught the test won’t be a problem.
April 5, 2022Galway
Would recommend Advance Drive for their expertise! Passed D1 minibus test on first go. All credit to instructor Lee who was very diligent and professional in his coaching. Would recommend to all future drivers...thanks again
July 4, 2023Clare
Great school, my instructor Pat was an amazing teacher and helped me improve my driving skills with each lesson.
August 26, 2022Galway
Excellent instructors and a first time pass
A huge thank you to Mr.Lee for his insight and patience with my driving. Whilst I have a driving license in another country, he made it very easy to understand the differences between the road rules and knew exactly what I would struggle with. Rather than teach the 'test answers' he made sure that I would be confident on the road - regardless of the situation. Passed first time.
September 17, 2019Galway
Thanks to Advance Drive, especially to Lee Mulligan, my driving instructor, which make easy for me to pass first time my driving test for a C category.
I am so happy because I am part of these team of professionals, and I will recommend Advance Drive to everyone who wants to learn to drive properly.
Thank you Lee, thank you Advance Drive !!!
June 16, 2020Galway
I would like to take this opportunity to thank philip, for all his sound advice and his top marks in helping me pass my d licence bus test , would highly recommend this company as I passed my test today on first attempt, was more than happy with the service I received from advance driving school , absolutely brI liana work philip once again thank you so much ,,,,, kind regards Ciaran kenny
February 16, 2015galway/dublin
Thanks to Noel who was patient and very professional. He ensured I do the right all the time so that I could pass my test once, which I did. What a legend Noel is. Also would like to thank everyone at Advance Drive for their professionalism, kindness and support they gave me and the rest of the lads during our course. I would highly recommend Advance Drive.
July 23, 2024Castlerea
Thanks to Advance Drive and Mike he's great Instructor. Passed C test first time. Thanks again really enjoyed the course
May 11, 2022Limerick
I would highly recommend advance drive. I had Dez as an instructor, he really made everything simple, and makes you confident as a driver.
January 26, 2015galway
Passed Rigid Test first time thanks to Lee a very patient man and a great teacher. A top class service all round within Advance from the Admin right up to the Instructors will go above and beyond to help you out and you cant ask for much more a top class outfit.
January 20, 2023Galway
Thank you very much Philip and all at Advance Drive for helping me pass my category C Rigid Truck test today. In six lessons Philip honed my skills to perfection with careful, patient instruction and total professionalism. Passed with flying colours the tester said! I recommend Advanced Drive in Galway to any prospective learner driver. Thank you again Philip.
March 12, 2015Clifden, Co Galway
Recently completed my C class Rigid truck licence with advance drive ,
My instructor Lee was great , he was clear ,consise and always provided constructive feedback to improve progress and keep improving my driving standard . The staff in the office were great aswell and very accommodating. Thanks to Aoife and Emma .
I would highly recommend advance drive and Im planning to progress and get my D licence along with my Ce in the comming months with advance drive .
December 7, 2020Galway
Thank you very much to you and the instructors. Ronald prepared us for the CPC. Everything he told us was asked at the exam. Anton taught me how to drive a bus, he explained everything very correctly, it helped me a lot. Thanks to your whole team!!!!!
August 13, 2024Galway
Many thanks to the team in Advance Drive.
Particular many thanks to Pat! He is very experienced and patient. Without his guidance and support, I can not pass my driving test at first time. Really grateful! Definitely recommended!
Thanks again!!
October 31, 2025Galway
A great experience from start to finish. The whole team are extremely helpful and professional. Special word of thanks to Noel for all his advice and tutelage. I would highly recommend Advance drive.
March 14, 2025Galway
Hi all, I would like to thank Philip and all the crew at advance drive for helping me along the way to passing my D licence (bus) I found them very helpful and had an answer for any question you could throw at them. Would highly recommend them... Regards Brendan
April 28, 2014Brendan Burke
Martin and Corey brought me from beginner status to passing my test at first attempt within four months, and Carla was very helpful in scheduling lessons around my schedule. I am very grateful to them and everyone at Advance Drive!
June 6, 2023Salthill
Passed the bus test first time. Advance Driving made that happen. They organised everything and there is no way I would have done it without their assistance advice help and instructions.
Aoife and Emma- thanks for all help with lesson times. Lectures Ronnie and Tom, some day I hope to be as knowledgeable as ye guys, unreal. I've a long way to go tho. Denis- a very big thank you for your expert instruction on driving. You were brilliant.
Thanks Advance again . Highly recommend Advance
July 28, 2022
Would highly recommend advance drive.Excellent and clear instructions from Vas. He explained everything clearly and helped boast my confidence.I felt relaxed and well prepared from my test thanks his thorough approach . Thanks again.
April 12, 2018Galway
I had Vas as my driving instructor, nicest guy you could ever meet, very helpful and a great instructor
April 5, 2022Galway
Advance Drive (Galway) is a fantastic company to learn to drive with. Gerry and staff are thorough and professional in every aspect of how they deal with you. Vincent was excellent in his instruction and guidance, without this I would not have passed my Rigid Lorry driving test. Thank you
August 28, 2024
Cannot recommend Noel at advance drive enough, he is brilliant. He is very patient and explains everything very well. Passed my jeep and trailer test first time thanks to him.
February 3, 2022Galway
I passed my rigid test previously with Advance Drive and yesterday my jeep and trailer test, both on the first time, thanks to the great team at Advance Drive. All the staff are friendly, helpful and professional. Dezzie and Noel are great instructors. They keep everything calm and relaxed, whilst having a great way of helping you learn and correct any bad habits you may have picked up. Would highly recommend Advance Drive for anyone looking to pass a test. Keep up the great work
August 31, 2021Galway
Vas was an excellent driving instructor. The lessons were clear and concise and if I was ever unsure of anything Vas was patient and explained everything clearly and he really helped with my confidence. I would definitely recommend to anyone!
March 27, 2019Galway
Passed artic today. A big thanks to Noel and Lee for all their advice and preparing me for the test. Very professional and really know their stuff. If ya take their advice you can’t go wrong. Passed 1st go. Also the girls in the office for accommodating lessons when I got test date. Very well run business and very easy to get on with and learn from. Thanks a million 😊
October 31, 2023
Big thanks to Vincent and all involved in advance drive highly recommend advance drive thanks for everything 🚚🚛🚛
August 6, 2020
My driving instructor was Declan and he is a very good profesional and knows his job well. He explains everything very clear and in a very understandable way and he has a great patience. He is a very good teacher. I have changed many different driving instructors. I can say, that Declan always gives a very good examples from everyday life . He taught me a lot, and I am very grateful for and I still can’t believe that I’ve passed my driving test.
Thank you Declan for your help and patience
Olga
February 27, 2024Galway
The team at Advance Drive are not only great at teaching, but also go above and beyond to make sure the process is well organised and stress free. The fact that they are a sound bunch is a great bonus.
May 15, 2025Galway
Great team Philip has put together 💪 they cover every aspect of training. Everyone is nice and friendly and top professional at what they do. Big thanks to Noel for the 20 hours of lessons in the rigid, I passed 1st time with all your help 💯👊 mirror's indicate repeat 😁😁 thanks to everyone on the team from Frank and Trevor on the forklift course nice one lads 💪, Tom on manual handling 📦😁, Ronald on cpc great communication 💯 Aoife always making sure we have everything ready organised and on time💯👊 and Gerry making sure everything and everyone getting it done 🫡 and everyone else I didn't mention thanks again 👊
Brian Feeney
August 11, 2023Galway
I can not recommend enough the service provided by advance drive galway. The whole way through. Every member of the team went out of their way to make things as easy as possible . My driving instructor was Lee, he was excellent. Trying to teach an old dog new tricks cant be easy.. But he did it. Thanks so much to all at advance drive. John Cave
January 25, 2021Galway
I would like to thank the team at Advance Drive for helping me pass my D licence.
The team was extremely professional and supportive throughout my journey with them 1st class.
I would like to give a special mention to Michael for my driving instruction and Ronald for my CPC training.
I would highly recommend there services.
June 4, 2026Galway
Amazing training, very knowledgeable and professional trainers. Constructive feedback was always provided. I would recommend Advance Drive to everyone.
February 18, 2022Galway
A big shout out to all at Advance Drive for their expert tuition. Without them I’d never have achieved my bus licence qualification. Very professionally run business, with extremely experienced tutors, knowledgeable instructors, competent administrative staff and invested management. Top class. Don’t look any further than Advance Drive if you are looking for a top notch driving school. 5 stars out of 5.
December 6, 2024Moate
I found Advance drive to be very well ran and everyone to be very helpful. Very patient and knowledgeable instructors. Passed driving test first time. 10/10
January 27, 2023
Thanks to Corey for all your help and guidance throughout my driving lessons. Your patience, teaching, and advice were invaluable and made a significant difference in my learning experience.
I was completely hesitant to even learn to drive, but your calm and encouraging approach ensured the whole process was a joy. Your expertise and reassuring demeanor made each lesson something I looked forward to, rather than something to be anxious about. I'm truly thankful for your dedication and the effort you put into helping me become a confident and safe driver.
I highly recommend you to anyone looking to learn how to drive. Your professionalism and kindness make you an exceptional instructor.
June 14, 2024Bearna, Co Galway
Just passed my bus driving test today, I am absolutely over the moon. A big thank you to everyone at Advance Drive for all you help in particular my instructor, Vincent, very patient, knows how you keep you calm and can talk you through any situation, couldn't have done it without you. Thank you again. Xx
February 16, 2021Killucan
Passed my D license with the excellent help of Mike
who has a calm and focussed approach from his many years of experience. The staff at Advance are most helpful and you feel confident that once to listen and practice what you are taught the test won’t be a problem.
May 11, 2022Galway
Thank you to all at advance drive for getting me fully prepared for my c1 test. Martin was very patient with me while doing my lessons . I found this company brilliant and I passed my test first go. Highly recommend
September 22, 2025
I would highly recommend Advance Drive. I found Philip, my Instructor very friendly, pacient and skilled driver. He was able to fit me in with only a week notice and I learn so much in a short space of time. Thanks Philip.
April 28, 2014Sylwester K.
Passed my Rigid test on my first attempt, all thanks to the team at Advance Drive and especially my instructor Lee. Can't thank them all enough! They are a fantastic service and I would highly recommend them to anyone wanting to learn to drive any category vehicle.
January 27, 2023Galway
Today I passed my BE trailer licence test thanks to the coaching and guidance from Noel the instructor and Aoife in the office who were top class at what they do. I used their Jeep & Trailer which was very easy to use for both the lessons and my test. Advance drive are very professional and go out of their way to accomodate drivers of all levels ahead of their test.
November 7, 2025Galway
I passed my driving test first time with the help of Vas who is an excellent instructor. He is very calm and encouraging! Perfect instructor for a nervous driver! Couldn't reccomend him enough! He goes above and beyond to facilitate his students!
February 28, 2020Galway
Thanks to advance drive espcially philip for all your help. passed my test first time.
April 30, 2014Noel Walsh
I found Advance to be excellent. I did truck lessons with them and passed first time in both the CPC and main test. They have great experience they put you at ease and explain everything. There vehicles are excellent to learn in.
April 30, 2014Tadhg Bolger
Could not speak highly enough of the team at Advance Drive. At extremely short notice Ailbhe and Philip were able to accommodate me and with 7 hours lessons I passed the Rigid Truck test first time around. Thanks a million guys really appreciate it!
April 2, 2015
To Anton my Bus driver instructor i cant praise him enough to bring me from driving nothing bigger than a van to teaching me how to drive a 40 seater coach and helping me pass my driving test plus my cpc test .I would reccommend Anton to any driver wanting to learn to drive a Bus. Thanks Anton
February 7, 2020
Passed my CE test first time thanks for advance drive, all thanks to Dezzie's tuition! He was calm, professional, patient and a great teacher! Made me feel at ease straight away and knocked all the bad habits out of me! Very flexible and willing to accommodate changing bookings at short notice. I have no bad reports for advance drive, I would highly recommend them. Advance provide an excellent service and I would highly recommend them .
March 28, 2022Galway
I passed my Cat D License FIRST TIME around with the help of a great team including Vincent on the Driving lessons , Ronald and Gerry on CPC / Health and Safety. The back up in the office from Aoife and Emma is first class with reminder emails and texts to make sure everyone knows what , when and where they are at . Couldn't fault any of the staff .Thankyou everyone. I would highly recommend !
July 7, 2021
did my C licence with dessie as my instructer cant say enough good about him passed the first time. The staff in advance cant do enough to help u out, even do tere best to help u get work. Would 100% recommened them to any1. Gonna get my 17 year old lessons tere would not go anywere else. Tey r by far the best around for teaching
March 24, 2018Galway
I found the staff in Advance Drive extremely professional and helpful. I had Vincent for my first three lessons and he was excellent. I had Dessie for the remainder of my lessons, what an expert! He gave me so much encouragement right through, I am really very grateful to everyone in Advance Drive.
February 7, 2020
With the expert help of Philip at Advance Drive I managed to pass both my C and D licences 1st time! I found Philip excellent and his patience unending. I would highly recommend Advance Drive for lessons
April 28, 2014Diarmuid
I am delighted to have passed my D bus test on the first attempt. I was lucky enough to have 2 different instructors - Noel and Gerry. I feel both instructors had a different style of teaching and I definitely learned different things from each of them. They were both very thorough in making sure I was ready for the test and confident in the test procedure.
The office staff are exceptional. They are accommodating and considerate. They know their job and they were great to call me and offer me an extra lesson before my test, when a slot became available.
Before passing my test, I was already recommending Advance Drive to people who have asked me about getting a bus license.
March 4, 2022Galway
Having resently passed my driving test for category "D" Bus Licence, I would just like to thank Advance Drive for all the tuition and instruction that I received in preparation for the driving test and also the bus case studies exam. Ronald was on the mark as usual for the possible case study questions that might come up on the day of the test and passing on all that knowledge. Thank you Ronald so much.
As far as my bus driving skills needed to be brought up to a high standard in order for me to pass the test, I have Mike to thank for all his patience and professionalism. You got me to that level required to pass. Thank you for everything Mike.
Thanks also to all the staff for all the planning of lessons and date fixtures. Thank you all so much.
Advance Drive is a very professionally ran training school, with the very best instructors. Highly recommended.
August 7, 202466 Dun Na Mara Drive Renmore Galway
I don't normally leave reviews but I feel compelled to with the absolutely fantastic service I received. The advance Drive team were so helpful with anything I needed professional and friendly made learning to drive an absolute pleasure highly recommended.
January 11, 2021Galway
Passed my artic test thanks to the excellent lessons from Noel and Dezzie. Both great instructors gave me great tips on passing the test first time. Highly recommend Advance Drive.
May 18, 2023
Thanks to everyone in Advance drive. To Gerry for his professionalism. To Aoife for keeping me updated with emails. To the team that organised the lessons. To Ronald for keeping the work simplified. To my driving instructors Vincent and Noel ye are brilliant at your work you both made me feel very relaxed and confident. For me it was a wonderful experience. Thank you one and all.
December 6, 2024Tuam
Thanks to all at Advance for your help in training me and guiding me throughout the course, no stone was left unturned. I especially want to thank Anton, Lee and all the ladies for coordinating everything and arranging lessons at hours to suit.
April 7, 2023Galway
Massive thank you to Dezzie and the entire team at Advance Drive! Their patience, expertise, and encouragement helped me feel confident behind the wheel. I'm thrilled to have passed my test and I couldn't have done it without their guidance. They helped me to turn my dream to reality. Highly recommend Advance Drive to anyone looking forward to this.
September 15, 2025Galway
I passed my manual car license and it was thanks to the entire team especially Colm who was patient and always gave the best advice
March 27, 2026Ballybane
Done category D coach licence with Lee from Advance Drive.Excellent instructor.Highly recommended.Thank You.
February 13, 2019Galway
I can't recommend Advance Drive any higher, great staff and a great place to learn how to drive. I done the bus driver course and had Dezzie as my instructor, I both learned and enjoyed my time with Dezzie. If you are thinking of learning to drive a bus, truck or car then this is the place for you.
February 5, 2020Galway
Highly recommend Philip.Passed the truck(C) test first time.Great for getting out of bad habits.
April 30, 2014John Mooney
I recommend Advance Drive and instructor Lee who helped me pass my car driving test first time.
October 12, 2017Galway
once again i have to complement all at advance drive ive just passed my bus test and got no marks this is down to dessie my instructor he went trough every little detail fully over and over again he is calm but misses nothing and is able to push you to your best he is a true professional
this is my second time with dessie he got me trough the artic as well
i will highly recomend advance drive to anyone thinking of doing driving lessons
they take you on board as an individual and work with your needs to get you through
regis golding
July 13, 2020galway
I would definitely recommend driving lessons with advance drive. My instructor Vas was very clear, calm and patient. He gave me great confidence and tips that I was able to recall in my head while taking my test. He also recommended that I take a mock test and I am so glad he did as i was then able to perfect areas that I needed to in order to pass my test.
March 6, 2023Galway
Just passed my rigid today! Had a great teacher Anton for most of it and Lee was great too. Can’t recommend advance drive enough, you can’t fail it with these guys. The girls in the office are on the ball and everything is made simple. I did the bus last year and have been working since I got the licence. Thank you to the guys, you’re all brilliant!
April 28, 2023Athenry
Passed my artic test with Advance Drive recently. Really helpful and friendly office staff - very easy to deal with. Dezzie my instructor was excellent - great knowledge of the routes and gave me great guidence. I had Noel for one lesson and found him very good also.
I would highly recommend Advance Drive.
Thanks
Paul Casserly
August 7, 2024Claregalway
I had Dezzie who instructed me through my Bus licence as well as my jeep and trailer licence. He was an excellent instructor who made learning as easy as possible. The company is professional and dependent and I would totally recommend using their services. Thank you.
February 4, 2020
Very good Driving school Advance Drive, Got my Bus, Truck and forklift license’s there, every body Top class and professional. Very good instructors Denis, Lee and Ron for CPC’s.
June 2, 2022Galway
i found advance to be very knowledgable on what it takes to pass test first time as i successfully did, for someone who did not drive on a daily basis, which is a credit to advance as they kept on my toes right up until test day. i would gladly recommend advance drive to anyboy seeking any licence
April 30, 2014kenneth hynes
Just to say that Noel was a super instructor and what a great personality for the job!!! Thanks Micheál.
October 6, 2021GALWAY
Got my C1 and my full D license first time round so far with Advance Drive in the space of about 4months. Cannot recommend Advance and Dezzie enough. Brilliant guidance and instruction. Great value for money.
October 22, 2015
I would like to thank all the team at advance drive and especially thankS martin for providing great driving lessons, martin is very thorough at delivering all you need to get through the test. He has great patience and is very easy to learn from.
October 31, 2025Galway
Just completed my rigid truck test with Advance Drive this week and what a great experience I had not just passing the test but the learning experiences I got , I wish to thank all the staff at advance drive from the office staff to the instructors ,all of you have to be commended on your professionalism and your approach to teaching , learning and instructing at Advanced Drive.I have to say a big thank you to my right hand man even though he was sitting on the left hand side ,PJ Dunne.I can only describe his instruction as exceptional,a true gent that makes you feel confident in driving .along with all at advanced drive there is an overall infectious enthusiasm for learning and I thank you for that.
May I wish all at Advance Drive the best for the future,I have no hesitation in highly recommending Advance Drive for all your instructional needs from car,truck bus and artic
best wishes and many thanks again
Eugene Flynn
October 10, 2022tuam, co. galway
Huge Thanks To Advance Drive Just Passed My Bus Test...Cannot Thank Enough My Instructor Dezzie For All His Helpful Tips & Tricks And Many Thanks To Aoife, Ailbhe and Obviously Boss Philip Who Took Me Out For The Test Made Me Confident To Do It Which I Did 😁😁😁
March 18, 2021Loughrea, Galway
Passed my Jeep and Trailer test with my instructor Noel.
From start to finish Noel was brilliant, clear instructions and very good knowledge of all aspects of driving with a trailer. I would like to thank Noel for all his time and hard work. Also the girls in the office were great and they kept in touch with me during the long wait for my test and always sent timely reminders of upcoming lessons.
I will definitely be using Advance drive when I start my ridget truck license.
Thanks again
James Aherne
February 17, 2022Galway
Passed my bus licence first time last week. I had Lee as my instructor and he had me very well prepared for the test. He knows his stuff. I found all of the staff at Advance Drive to be very professional and courteous. Would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.
August 6, 2020Tuam
I cannot reccomend Advance Drive enough for new drivers!
After failing the test three times with other instructors I had lost all confidence in my driving abilities. And became a very nervous driver.
I then went to Advance Drive where Noel became my new instructor.
Noel changed my whole perspective on driving and the nerves went away. He's so patient and understanding and I found the lessons to be fun and enjoyable in comparison to other driving schools in Galway.
10/10 for Noel & Advanced drive, could not reccomend enough! Definitely the reason for me passing my test!
September 4, 2020Galway
My whole experience from start to finish with the crew at advanced drive was second to none when going for my rigid driving test. The girls in the office were brilliant to deal with when scheduling and rescheduling lessons. PJ Dunne is an exceptional instructor and made sure I was well prepared for my test today. I’m delighted to have passed with huge thanks to PJ and everyone at Advanced Drive. Highly recommended for any sort of lessons you’d require.
April 4, 2023Galway
I passed my bus test last Wednesday.
A big thank you to all the staff at Advance Drive for helping me get there.
They are very helpful and tried to accommodate me at every turn.
The biggest thank you of all goes to their top instructor Vincent.
Thanks again.
Martin Murphy.
May 3, 2023Abbeyknockmoy
Thank’s so much to Noel for the highly professional driving instruction. He set me at ease right from the very first lesson and thankfully I passed my driving test the first time. I would highly recommend using Advance Driving School Galway
January 12, 2021Westside Galway
I contacted Advance Drive after a disappointing lesson with another provider. The booking process, the facility and communication was absolutely fantastic! The rest of our team will now be attending Advance to upskill. Special mention to PJ who is a fantastic instructor and kept everything so relaxed and easy. It was genuinely enjoyable to do lessons with him.
October 20, 2022
A great experience overall doing lessons with advance drive, from booking and scheduling lessons with the ever helpful Aoife in the office to the lessons themselves with the instructor (shane)
He was a great help in preparing me for the test and was always able to answer any questions regarding the test itself. When it came to the test I knew every route likely to be tested on and was confident of passing from the get go.
Would highly recommend advance drive for anyone looking to get the C1 license
October 17, 2019Galway
Excellent tuition by Philip in Galway. Very professional and had me prepared for trailer towing test in a few lessons. will highly recommend to anyone needing tuition.
April 28, 2014Lonan o farrell
I have to commend my instructor Lee as he was a very hard man to please but it was all worth it in the end as I have just passed my artic driving test and I don't think that I would have done it without his constant drilling of the method of driving the truck. So thank you so much for your help in taking the time to get me across the line. Greatly appreciated. - Dan
August 30, 2022Galway
I just passed my driving test category D .Thanks to Advance Drive, especially Noel my instructor for his patience and expertise throughout the course. I would highly recommend Advance Drive to anyone looking to learn how to drive all vehicle types. Best wishes
April 20, 2026
I just passed my Bus (D) test first time. A massive thanks to Phillip for his professional and relaxed instruction. I would not hesitate in recommending him to anyone learning to drive.
January 26, 2015Galway
Passed my d lience today with advance drive with Mike a great instructor very patient and helpful.
Highly recommend advance drive with whatever lience your looking for.
Thanks again for all the help
July 26, 2023Galway
I passed my Car test first time with ADVANCE DRIVE on 14/05/2015 . Want to say special thanks to my instructor PHILIP. He is very patient & well trained professional. I highly recommend ADVANCE DRIVE they are absolutely brilliant.
May 14, 2015Galway
if there is a reward for best school advance would win every year.passed c:d test first time with only seven hours for the d licence.phillip and mike are very patient,helpful and great drivers.i would recommend any b licence drivers to sit your truck test,just for the experience and to rid off any bad habits.thx lads.
April 30, 2014mark h



