They didn't say they were driving, they said the drive was long. My personal assumption was that they either got a taxi/rideshare or got someone they know pick them up.

Uber, hate driving.

Aha I see, sorry!

To me a drive home is synonymous with me being behind the wheel, hence the confusion.

Makes sense. I avoid driving so much I forgot how that would sound. I didn't even think about being able to drink and drive as an advantage of avoiding driving until now. Other advantages:?avoid cops,insurance people,mechanics,car salespeople,gas stations, tow trucks, work/nap during commute. Of course, not for everyone.