How many practice hours do you need in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, a learner driver must log 50 hours of supervised driving practice—including 10 at night—before applying for a license.
Tennessee learner permit requirements
- Minimum permit age: 15
- Supervised practice required: 50 hours total, 10 at night
- Permit hold period: 180 days
- License eligibility age: 16
- How hours are certified: Certification of Driving Experience (50 hours, 10 at night) signed by a parent or guardian.
Tennessee requires 50 hours of supervised driving with at least 10 at night, certified by a parent or guardian on the Certification of Driving Experience form.
Requirements change and have exceptions. Always confirm the current rules with the Tennessee Department of Safety before applying.
Tennessee's graduated licensing stages
Drive with a licensed adult 21+; log 50 hours (10 at night) over 180 days.
Night and passenger limits apply.
Issued after 12 clean months; restrictions removed at 18.
Driving restrictions for new Tennessee drivers
Intermediate restricted license holders can't drive between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. unless accompanied by a licensed parent or guardian, or driving to or from work, school, or a church event.
Intermediate restricted drivers may carry only one passenger, unless the passengers are siblings or a licensed adult 21+ is present.
Drivers with a learner permit or intermediate license may not use a wireless device while driving.
Log every Tennessee practice hour automatically
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Tennessee driving practice FAQs
How many driving hours do you need in Tennessee?+
Tennessee requires 50 hours of supervised driving practice, including 10 hours at night, before a teen can apply for a license.
How many hours of driving does Tennessee require?+
50 hours of supervised driving with at least 10 at night, documented on the Certification of Driving Experience form.
How long is Tennessee's permit hold period?+
180 days minimum before applying for the intermediate restricted license at 16.
Requirements in other states
Compare practice hours in all 50 states side by side, or read what actually counts as a night driving hour.