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Peter
Hi, I'm Peter McKelvey. I've been teaching people to drive around Ballymena since 2009, and I still love it. I qualified as a DOE Approved Driving In…
Adrian
Adrian McCaw runs I've Passed Driving School, a Ballymena-based operation that's all about getting you driving safely and confidently. He's a fully q…
Trevor
Hi, I'm Trevor Wilkinson. I run Start Rite School of Motoring, an independent driving school based in Ballymena. I'm a D.O.E. Approved Driving Instru…
Ian
Hi, I'm Ian Johnston. I run Blue Driving School in Ballymena, Antrim, and I've been teaching people to drive here for a while now. My main goal isn't…
Learning to Drive in Cullybackey
Cullybackey is a small village on the A26 between Ballymena and Antrim. Roads here switch from quiet country lanes to a busy A-road in a few minutes, so you get a mix of slow and quicker driving. There are no local approved driving instructors listed in the available data, so many learners travel to nearby towns for lessons. Expect to plan journeys to a test centre outside the village.
Nearest Test Centre: Belfast (Boucher Road)
The nearest DVSA test centre listed is Belfast (Boucher Road), about 25.9 miles from Cullybackey. The provided data does not include a pass rate or tests-per-year figure for that centre. Travelling to Belfast for a test means you will encounter urban traffic and city driving during the test, so allow extra time for the journey. If you prefer a different route, Belfast (Balmoral) is also nearby at 26.9 miles.
Pass Rate Analysis
There is no pass-rate reported for Cullybackey or for the Belfast centres in the supplied data, so local comparisons are limited. The national practical pass rate given is 47.3, Data source: DVSA (data period: not provided). A nearby other centre in the data, Campbeltown, shows a pass rate of 61.9, Data source: DVSA (data period: not provided), but Campbeltown is much further away at 48.3 miles. Male and female split figures are not included in the supplied dataset.
Local Driving Tips
Get comfortable with the A26, it is the main road through and out of the village and leads toward Ballymena and Antrim. Watch for narrow lanes and farm traffic on side roads, especially near fields and driveways. Junctions onto the A26 can be busier than they look, so check both ways and be decisive when pulling out. If you practice in Ballymena, expect multiple roundabouts and faster dual carriageways which help prepare you for tests in Belfast. On test day, plan your route to the test centre and allow time for traffic and parking.
Choosing an Instructor in Cullybackey
Data shows no instructors listed in Cullybackey, so look at ADIs in Ballymena or Antrim who travel into the village. Check for an ADI who offers dual-control cars, up-to-date tuition, and clear pricing for travel. Expect some instructors to charge extra for travel time into rural areas. Ask for local references and whether they take pupils to bigger towns for practice on faster roads.
Getting Started
Apply for a provisional driving licence as your first step, then book and pass the theory test before practical lessons. With no local instructors listed, contact ADIs in Ballymena or Antrim to arrange lessons and town driving practice. When you are ready to take the practical test, the nearest centre in the data is Belfast (Boucher Road) 25.9 miles away. After passing the practical you can exchange your provisional for a full licence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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