Passed my truck test first go!! Aoife you’re a legend sorting the times and days for everything. Anton, Noel and Dessie can’t thank you guys enough. Made me so relaxed and comfortable driving. Methods you guys teach and the professionalism shown is out on its own!! Can’t thank you guys enough.
November 30, 2021Galway

i did my EB (trailer) test on monday the 26th and passed first go thanks to advanced drive.
April 28, 2014galway

Can't recommend these people highly enough. Passed my Mini Bus driving test first time. Big thank you to Mike for his patience and excellent guidance. Thanks also to Philip, Gerry, Ailbhe, Aoife, Carla and all those who organised everything and everyone with military precision.
September 30, 2024Galway

Thanks so much to all the staff at Advance Drive for teaching me a new skill and achieving my goal as a Bus driver. Highly recommended.
July 10, 2023GALWAY

Passed my category b driving test on the first go. Would highly recommend advance drive, both instructors I had were great, when I first came to advance drive I had no driving experience at all and through their patience and encouragement I managed to get my license.
October 6, 2021Galway

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

Noel was my instructor on the Bus course and I'd recommend him. From the very first day he made me feel at ease and he had the self assurance of someone who knew what he was talking about! To Aoife, Carla, Ailbhe, Gerry, Ron and all the back room team who kept the show on the road, thank you.
May 12, 2025Galway

I would like to say thank you to advance drive for a wonderful course they provide . Most of all, I would like to say a huge thank you to Anton my instructor. He never lost fate in me... Thanks Anton for making my dreams come true.
February 23, 2022

I would recommend Advance Drive Training Centre for any licence you wish to acquire as they provide 10/10 services that prepare you for your test. If you get Martin ignore the fact he is a Liverpool supporter and just listen to him.💯
May 22, 2026

Passed my artic today with Noel first go. Very professional and friendly staff in advance drive and a brilliant service.
May 12, 2022

What more can I say but Vincent is the best instructor around!Him as well as all the staff at Advance Drive are next level! Thank you all so much for everything!
September 27, 2023Galway

Colm was the best instructor I could have asked for! He was calm, patient, very friendly and has consistently provided constructive feedback that enabled me to correct mistakes without feeling discouraged. The advice I received will serve me throughout my driving career and beyond. Thanks to him, I passed my exam on the first attempt today! Couldn't recommend Colm enough, I wish everyone an instructor like him!!
January 6, 2026

Big thanks to Anton and Lee for all the help in passing the Artic test, Michael for all the help with the Bus test, and Aoife in the office for organising all the lessons without any hassle. Very thorough, professional and good craic aswell. Would recommend Advance Drive to anyone wishing to get lessons. Thanks again.
October 14, 2020Galway

The advance drive team are absolutely fantastic and Noel is simply an amazing instructor! I just passed my test for B- car licence and it really is thanks to Noel and the Advance Drive team. I was learning to drive late and Noel encouraged and taught me to get the confidence and skill to drive. It was a great experience and now I feel ready for the road! Highly recommend doing the learner driver training with Advance drive and with Noel.
April 20, 2021

Passed my D1 test first time thanks for advance drive, all thanks to Philips 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. The best around! :-)
April 30, 2014Fiona

Had Colm as instructor for BE couldn't rate highly enough ,very nice company to deal with no hassle highly recommend
April 20, 2026Galway

Thank u so much everyone in advance drive. Especially to Mr. Vincent my instructor. I don’t know how to thank him. He was very kind and helpful. Any way my sincere thanks to Mr. Vincent. I passed my test first time. All credit goes to Mr. Vincent and advance drive and GRETB. Thanks to all once again.
March 14, 2025Tuam

All the team at Advance Drive were very helpful and professional in helping me to get my licence. They could not have been any better and I would like to thank every one of them for their teaching 👍
August 15, 2024Roscommon

I passed my EB test first time around on the 19/06/13, thanks to Phillip and his excellent tutoring. I found him very professional. He had me well prepared and very focused for the test.I would highly recommend him and the Advance Drive team to others in the future.
April 28, 2014Brian

I passed my Bus test with the help of a great instructor Pat, he was very patient and helpful with driving tips, also to Aoife in the office for organising everything. I would recommend Advance Drive to anybody looking for driving lessons
August 21, 2023Galway

Just passed my test today. Would not of been able to do it without the help of my instructor Vas. He made me feel more at ease and confidence in my driving when I was very nervous. A big thanks to advance drive and my great instructor Vas. Would highly recommend!
March 10, 2020

Passed truck test first time thanks to very friendly, professional people all through Advance Drive. Thanks to Vincent and all the staff. Would highly recommend them.
August 7, 2020edenderry

All at advance Passed my c rigid license with the help and guidance from advance, especially anton who was professional and patient in getting my best to come through on the day of my test, so a big thank you anton!!! Also to dessie on the day of the test, helped alot to ease my nervousness "thanks dessie" Would highly recommend advance drive for the professionalism and guidance from front of house through to the instructors. Thanks again to all at advance.
July 20, 2020Galway

Everything was explained and description of my mistakes were great and I was shown how to fix them ,this is how I passed my test thanks very much
November 8, 2022

Many thanks to Martin who is/was professional in helping me to pass my C licence, thumbs up as well to Advance Driving team who helps in communication, God bless you guys ,thanks
July 25, 2024Galway

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 test 1st time Found them to be great to deal with And happy to recommend
April 30, 2014Garrett Fox

Recently passed my C class Rigid truck licence test after being taught by Vincent at ADVANCE DRIVE. His way, manner and vast experience was a great help. I would like to thank him for his patience and great tuition and wish him well in the future, Thank you also to Emma and Aoife for their on the ball assistance through these recent tough times.. Wish me luck with the bus....
December 15, 2020Athlone

Highly recommended.
April 28, 2014Marc Coyle

Hey just want to say I would highly recommend Advance Drive.I passed my car test for the first time on 15/11/2013. Dezzie was my instructor and he was brilliant, the main reason that I passed. I would like to give a huge thanks to everyone involved as I found Advance Drive to be very efficient and great to deal with. Thanks again.
April 30, 2014Maria Louise Lyne

Passed my bus test today. Extremely happy with Advance drive especially with Noel & Mike they helped me through it. Would highly recommend.
September 24, 2026

highly recommended rigid truck pass at 1st time just after 10 hours its great score . thanks again
April 28, 2014greg

Thanks to Dezzie, and all at Advance Drive for helping with my Artic Truck test passed first time. Were very easy to deal with and would definitely recommend to anyone.
September 15, 2023Galway

I’d like to say many thanks to Declan, Aoife and Carla of Advance Drive Galway. What I’ve noticed from Declan’s teachings is that he is incredibly patient and he helps you understand exactly what you’re doing incorrectly in a calm and understanding manner during the EDT and extended lessons prior to my driving test. I highly advise newcomer learner drivers to select Declan as their driving instructor. Thank you Declan and best of luck in your current and future endeavours.
April 29, 2025Galway

Great company with great staff.From start to finish they really took care of me. Very accommodating, they will always do their best to move things around if needed. I had a great experience with my instructor Corey, very patient, personalable and a great builder of confidence. Got my test passed, thank you to Corey and everyone at Advance Drive!
February 25, 2022

Passed rigid lorry test yesterday. Thanks to Advance Drive for the training. Everything was organised efficiently and Martin was a excellent tutor. Thanks for everything
June 22, 2023Galway

Just completed and passed my D licence with advance drive. I had vincent as my instructor. From the get go the service he put you at ease and explained everything in full. Made you laugh and made the lessons and enjoyable experience. Fun to one side. He was extremely informative and professional i was left with no doubt i was going to pass. I went into the test confident but grounded also by vincent. Highly recommend advance. Top top class experience.
November 16, 2022

Brilliant service from the girls in office Emma and Aoife to instructors very professional set up. Instructors Anton and Noel were very knowledgeable and easily explained the process of testing. Thanks to them i passed my Category C rigid first time. A brilliant service from start to finish. Would highly recommend the service if going for your test.
May 5, 2021Galway

Just passed my Mini-Bus Driving test - thanks to Advance Drive. Highly recommend for their very professional approach to teaching. Noel was excellent, very friendly and provided plenty of tips to improve my driving. Ronald was a fountain of knowledge on the CPCs. Thanks to Gerry and all the team at Advance Drive.
March 14, 2025

Thanks to Pat He is absolutely professional, patient and ensures to fine tune your areas of weaknesses. I have been lucky to have him as my instructor and thankful to him. The whole team of Advance drive has been so polite and professional. Thanks to all
July 14, 2025

Everybody was excellent Dizzie and Shane were great
March 26, 2019

I passed my bus test yesterday. Many thanks to both my instructors, Noel and Gerry. Professionalism, a lot of patience and great knowledge. A clear and helpful system of booking lessons and great contact with the office. Highly recommend to everyone.
January 17, 2022Galway

Sailed through my Artic Truck test thanks to Philip and his brilliant, assuring and dedicated teaching. These guys really know their stuff and tutor you very professionally AND calmly! (this is most important, especially when trying to reverse a 35FT trailer around a corner!) When it came to seeking a professional driving qualification and after doing my research and getting info from all the other 'instructors' I am really delighted to have gone with Advance Drive - they're my No.1
April 30, 2014Nicholas

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

Hi everybody, just passed my tests cat. C. first time with AdvanceDrive. Top class driving school, great team. Special thanks to my instructor Dezzie! Thank you!
February 9, 2017Galway

Switched to Advance Drive from another instructor after I failed my test. Had lessons with Dezzie and passed it the next time! Really nice relaxed instructor!
April 28, 2014Maria Wilson

I would highly recommend advance drive I used them to get my eb licence and I found dezzie great for information and very straight talking and a great instructer I will be defiantly be back to do the artic or the bus.once again thank you for everything. Sean o malley
April 28, 2014Sean o malley

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

Professional people. Lovely to work with them. They have patience and they teach you everything. I would always recomand them.
December 20, 2021Galway

Thank you so much to Vas for helping me to pass my test! He is a fantastic teacher, so knowledgeable, patient and encouraging. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in need of lessons.
May 5, 2021

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

A massive thanks to Advance Drive for the brilliant service, especially to Lee for being an extremely patient and efficient instructor. Thank you for helping me develop and improve my driving skills, which allowed me to pass my bus test on my first attempt, and for squeezing me in for early morning lessons. Lee is a good instructor who is brilliant at instilling confidence in all areas of driving. He always gives constructive feedback throughout the lessons. I cannot recommend Lee enough for learner drivers of different levels of ability and confidence. He is an incredibly supportive mentor for anyone who wants to learn.
October 29, 2024Knocknacarra

I highly recommend Advance Drive, Corey was a great instructor and Emma in the office accommodated my lessons with pretty short notice. I passed my test on the first try and that was definitely down to the help of Corey. Thanks a mill for all your help!
December 14, 2021Galway

Passed my truck test first time after 6 lessons with Phil. Brillant tutor and very friendly. Two hour lesson really make a difference, would highly recommend them. Cheers Phil!!
April 28, 2014Ger Dolan

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

Got my C licence first time with a clean sheet. The lads are great instructors and very knowledgeable and I would highly recommend doing any lesson with them. Also got my forklift ticket with advance and the instructor was very patient and professional and the staff at reception are extremely helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend doing any lesson with them. I'll be coming back soon for the artic licence. Great service there, there A1
March 22, 2019Clifden

Passed my bus test with Advance, fantastic company to deal with, and you couldn't ask for a nicer instructor than Pat, he was very calm and patient with me, thanks for everything
April 18, 2024Galway

Passed the category D test first. Great instruction from Dezzie from start to finish, throughout all my lessons. Would highly recommend.
October 2, 2019Galway

Thanks to all at advance drive for helping me pass my car driving test first time, would highly recommend their driving instructor, very good at his job! Thanks to all again!!
February 9, 2021

Found Advance Driving School to be very helpful and informative when making inquiries about getting a new category added to licence. I had a couple of truck driving lessons with Dessie and passed first time. Found Dessie to be very informative about all aspects of rules of the road as some of these had to be refreshed for me. Also found him to be very relaxed during lessons. Would definitely recommend for future lessons. Thank you.
January 12, 2016Galway

Delighted to be out the either side of the D1 licence. Dessie and Lee were brilliant instructors. Felt confidently guided to the finish line. Thanks to all the team for enabling the bigger picture. Lots of learning along the way.
November 28, 2024Sligo

Passed my D1 Test with the help of the wonderful staff at Advance Drive. Gerry is an excellent instructor; his attention to detail, and friendly patient manner really puts you at ease. many Thanks.
May 12, 2022

A big thank you to all at Advance Drive and a Special thanks to Noel my instructor great support throughout my lessons on his patience and advice in getting me my category c licence. Thanks again and best wishes to you all.
November 15, 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 have passed both my Bus and Truck driving tests with Advance Drive. They are a very professional and helpful company with a talented team. I couldn't recommend Advance Drive highly enough.
March 6, 2025

I received my bus Driving lessons from Vincent Jennings, Vincent is an excellent instructor with a lot of experience, He has a great ability to inform his student of what to do, and how to do it, while keeping the student relaxed. Vincent will concentrate on a students mistakes/errors, and will make the corrections. I highly recommend Vincent.
January 26, 2024Galway

Excellent service throughout. From initial consultation with the office through to the lessons Advance drive were brilliant. My instructor Dessie was 1st rate. His attention to detail and instruction in my lessons was excellent. Would Highly recommend Advance drive to anyone considering taking a licence/test.
March 22, 2019Galway

Passed my full trailer licence E+B first time. Phillip gave me great advice and I learned a lot from the lessons I had with him. Thanks Mark
April 28, 2014Mark Guerin

I was instructed by Noel Nee, of Advance Drive, and I found him to be patient, calm and fair. He prepared me fully for my driving test, which I passed first time. Thanks to Noel & Advance Drive.
September 17, 2025Cromagh, Kilconnell, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway

Just want to say a big thanks to all the staff at Advance Drive for helping me pass my category C License. The professionalism and quality of service provided was second to none and I would highly recommend this company to anyone seeking driving tuition. A special thanks to Noel who is an excellent instructor and whom, without his help and guidance, I would not have passed. Very much appreciated, Brian
November 15, 2023

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

I want to thank philp,Anton and the team there professional approach to deliver top draw instruction was exceptional. Along with there willingness to help the student throughout it was a pleasure to be a student over the past few months I wish you all the success in the future
March 31, 2023Athlone

I would like to thank everyone in Advance Drive, A special thanks to Lee for giving me lessons and preparing me to pass test and I would like to thank Mike as he gave me 1 lesson before the test. Thank you so much And I'll be back soon for Artic licence 😇😇
October 22, 2024Galway

Extremely pleased with the whole process. I had Colm as my instructor for Jeep and trailer. He maintained the highest levels of professionalism and was an expert instructor the whole time I have to credit my pass on my test down to all the work he put in to me. I also must thank the admin team for always accommodating me with my difficult schedule. Many thanks to advance drive. I highly recommended them.
July 27, 2026Galway

Definately recommend Advance Drive. Passed my test first time with great lessons from Dezzie Barry. Great instructor and highly recommended
April 28, 2014Padraic Casserly

i would definetely recommand advance drive.passed my rigid test first go!!! keeep up the good work lads :)
April 30, 2014keith mannion

Brilliant company to deal with. Very professional in every way. Anton made sure we had the test route nailed down.
March 31, 2023Athlone

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

Thanks to all the advance team. Passed my Cat D bus test today. Dezzie and Gerry had me more than prepared and left me very confident going into my test.Many thanks also to Aoife and Emma for adapting to all my constant changes. Ye were all a joy to work with. Thanks again ! Sean
March 16, 2022Galway

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

Passed my c license on my first try today. I would to thank the whole team at advance drive for there dedication on helping me pass my driving test I would like to give a special shout out to my driving instructor dezzie who made every thing very simple for me I would recommend you guys to everyone and anyone who is wanting to learn how to drive a truck or a car you get a big 10/10 from me. Also I would like to thank Mike Rice for his kind words today thanks so much Darren Jennings
May 1, 2024Galway

Would like to thank everyone at advance drive for helping me get my artic licence.top class team and would highly recommend them to people in the future.Anton is a really good instructor great man👍.thanks for everything.James Jnr hughes
January 27, 2022Athlone

did my test today 16-10-13 for my EB licence using their jeep and trailer passed first time would highly recomend advance drive
April 30, 2014brian

Definately recommend Advanced Drive, had a few lessons with Philip and passed first time round. Great instructor, made it easy!
April 28, 2014Darren Greaney

I found Advance Drive to be excellent. I passed my BE test first time after four lessons from Dezzie. Great instructor and highly recommended!
April 30, 2014Tommy Faherty

Great instructors . Mostly had Dezzie for artic and rigid . Very professional and understanding. If anyone is looking for lessons I know what company I’ll recommend. "Advance Drive" A+ Thanks again for helping me pass both !
June 12, 2019Galway

I would highly recommend Advance Drive and in particular my instructor Pat in Galway. I was taken through all the requisite skills in great detail, i.e clutch control, observation and road positioning etc, such that I passed the test without any problems and felt no nerves on the day. I thank my instructor for his expertise and for sharing his knowledge of how to perform in the test on the day. His instruction really matched all the requirements of the test and made the experience much easier, as well as successful. Highly recommended.
June 26, 2025Galway

I Had 10 Lessons With Anton For The Bus & I Passed My Test This Morning First Time Around , I Now Have A Full D Licence Thanks To The Advice Anton Gave Me . I Would Really Recommend This Course If You Are Looking To Get Your Bus Licence . Thank You To Anton & Philip At Advance Driving .
February 4, 2020ATHLONE

I did both the rigid and artic courses with Advance over the last two years and I couldn’t praise them enough. Found all the staff very helpful and obliging. The instructor that I had for the artic that I just finished with today was Dessie, I found him great and I felt very comfortable and relaxed and I’d recommend him and Advance to anyone going forward.
October 10, 2025Roscommon

Great company I found all the staff very helpful. Vincent was a excellent instructor made you feel relaxed in all aspects.I also had Denis a great help .I would recommend this company to any person wishing to get the driving test
June 10, 2022Galway

I passed my D1 today and it was all thanks to my instructor Noel. Noel was very approachable, friendly and patient. An enjoyable experience.
October 12, 2022Galway

Past my jeep and trailer test at the first attempt. Dezzie was my instructor and was very knowledgeable and a great support. Also Ailbhe in the office was extremely pleasent, efficient and gave good detail of all lessons to take place. This is an excellent driving school with customer service and success a top priority. Thanks for all the help and support. Gearoid.
December 17, 2015Galway

I am very happy with the Instructor Martin,he made everything look very essy and calmed me down before the test.He gave me confidence and i passed my test.Great team and very professional.
February 8, 2024

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

Finally passed my driving test yesterday. Could not recommend Advance Drive enough, my instructor Vas was incredibly patient and could always tell me exactly where I was going wrong and what I needed to do to fix it. He was so terrific and professional and told me exactly what I needed to do to get my license. Driving did not come naturally to me at all and I had absolutely no experience driving a car before starting lessons. Even so, I always felt comfortable and never worried that getting my license was unachievable, as the lessons were really tailored to what I needed. The Advance Drive team we’re always lovely to deal with if I ever had to call them for anything. Definitely will be recommending
February 18, 2020Galway

"I just passed my driving test today, and I couldn’t have done it without the incredible support of Pat and Lee at Advance Drive Galway! From the very first lesson, their professionalism, expertise, and patience made me feel at ease behind the wheel. They took the time to explain every detail, ensuring I fully understood the rules of the road while building my confidence step by step. I truly appreciate their dedication to my success and how they tailored each lesson to my needs. If you’re looking for top-notch driving instruction, I highly recommend Advanced Drive Galway! Thanks again, to my instructors Pat and Lee, for everything – I couldn't be more grateful!" I would also like to thank Aoife front of house for her professionalism in arranging all lessons and tests much Appreciated. Thank you All!
January 10, 2025Clifden

Noel was patient and prudent. He instructed me well. I was low on confidence when it came to driving, but within the first few classes, I was comfortable enough with him to overcome that fear. I highly recommend him as an instructor because he starts from the basics and covers all the necessary detail to become a good driver.
January 5, 2021Galway

Delighted with the work Martin (my driving instructor) put in to help me pass the driving test the first time . Am very grateful to how easy and comprehensive the driving instructors made the lessons.
July 10, 2023

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

My instructor was very thorough and was very patient. He was clear with all his instructions and answered all my questions. He was very professional and friendly.
August 17, 2020Galway