Just how long is the commute? In many cities sitting in a car for a 2hr drive to work is considered the norm. I myself had to allow 2hrs to ride on transit to work. Are there ways that might make the time go by easier? I read on the bus and train. I even did some of my work during my commute (could you take advantage of the time to complete your homework?). The hardest part was tuning out the people around me.

Getting your driver's license by the way is within your own power to achieve. I realise home life made it difficult but it was not someone else's responsibility to ensure you obtained it.