Drivers' hours: a guide to drivers' hours limits

Transport

This guidance is intended to be used for general information purposes, is not intended to be a definitive guide to the law and cannot be a substitute for independent advice. NFU members get free initial legal and professional advice from NFU CallFirst on 0370 845 8458.

There are two sets of drivers’ hours rules in the UK: the EU drivers' hours rules and GB domestic drivers' hours rules. This guide explains when each set of rules applies, based on the type of driving activity undertaken and the type of vehicle being used.