Delaware Permit Hours: How Many You Need and How to Track Them

Delaware teens need 50 hours behind the wheel with a supervisor before they can get a license. 10 of those hours must be after dark.

Requirements at a glance

Requirement	Details
Total supervised hours	50
Night hours	10
Minimum permit age	16
Permit hold period	6 months
Supervisor minimum age	25
Driver education required	Yes

Night driving rules

Delaware defines night as sunset to sunrise. That means the exact hours shift throughout the year. In winter, you might start logging night hours as early as 5 PM. In summer, you could be waiting until 8:30 or later. Check your local sunset time before heading out if you need night hours.

What your supervisor needs to know

Your supervising driver must be at least 25 years old and have a valid driver’s license. That’s higher than most states, so make sure whoever rides with you meets the age requirement. They need to sit in the front passenger seat and be ready to take over at any time.

Driver education

You can’t skip driver’s ed in Delaware. The state requires a certified course that covers road rules, hazard awareness, and hands-on driving with an instructor. Supervisor must be 25+. Driver education mandatory for all under 18.

Tracking your hours

Paper logs are terrible. They get lost, they’re easy to fudge, and nobody wants to do math at 10 PM after a driving session. Moda tracks your hours automatically, categorizes day vs. night, and shows you exactly how close you are to finishing Delaware’s requirements.

How many supervised driving hours does Delaware require?

Delaware requires 50 total supervised driving hours, with 10 of those at night.

What counts as night driving in Delaware?

Night driving in Delaware is defined as sunset to sunrise (varies by season and location). You’ll need 10 hours of night driving.

How long do I need to hold my permit in Delaware?

You’ll need to hold your learner’s permit for at least 6 months before you can apply for your license.

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