Tennessee Driving Schools

You must be at least 15 years old to get a learner's permit in Tennessee. The permit has its own curfew: permit holders cannot drive between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., which is stricter than the intermediate license curfew.

Yes. Tennessee requires driver's education for teens under 18. The state uses county clerks to handle most driver licensing transactions, and approved driving schools provide the course.

Tennessee intermediate license holders are limited to 6 points on their driving record. Exceeding this limit can result in a license suspension.

Tennessee intermediate license holders cannot drive between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. The permit stage has a stricter curfew starting at 10 p.m. Exceptions apply for work and school.

A Tennessee driver's license costs $28 and is valid for 5 years. Permit fees range from $5.50 to $10.50 depending on age and type.

Tennessee requires 50 hours of supervised driving practice, including 10 hours at night. A licensed adult aged 21 or older must accompany the permit holder.

Tennessee intermediate license holders may carry no more than 1 non-family passenger at a time. Family members are always exempt from this restriction.

Tennessee GDL restrictions last until age 18. Teens must stay under the 6-point limit and hold the intermediate license for the required period.

Yes. A 16-year-old with a Tennessee intermediate license can drive alone during allowed hours, subject to the 11 p.m. curfew and passenger limits.

Yes. Tennessee bans cell phone use for all drivers on a learner's permit or intermediate license. Violations count toward the 6-point limit on a teen's record.