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Pennsylvania learner's permit: driving hours

Pennsylvania teens need 65 hours of supervised practice, including 10 at night, and at least 6 months with the learner's permit before the road test. Includes 5 hours in bad weather. Enter what's done so far to see what's left and the weekly pace to be ready on time.

How many hours do you need to drive with a learner's permit in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania asks for 65 hours of supervised driving, 10 of them at night, and at least 6 months holding the permit before the road test. Includes 5 hours in bad weather.

How many hours a week is that?

Spread over 6 months, 65 hours is about 2.5 hours a week. The calculator above adjusts the pace to the hours already driven and your test date.

What counts as night driving?

Driving between sunset and sunrise. Hourglass counts it automatically from the real sunset and sunrise where each drive starts.

Where do I check the official Pennsylvania rules?

On the Pennsylvania DMV (or Department of Public Safety) website. Requirements change, and some states lower the hours after driver education.

Requirements as published in 2026 (IIHS graduated licensing table). Always confirm on the official Pennsylvania website. Hourglass is a log book, not legal advice.

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