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How to Get Your License in Reno

Pass Drivers Ed Course

Before you can take your written test at the DMV, you must pass a state-approved Drivers Ed course and receive your completion certificate.

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Pass Written Test at DMV

Ready to go? Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test! Once you pass, you will receive your permit.

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Take Driving Lessons

While optional in Nevada, we highly recommend taking at least three driving lessons with a professional instructor.

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Pass your Road Test

After holding your permit for six months, you can take your road test. Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test to receive your license.

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For more licensing details, visit our help article.

Reno Driving School

Whether you are a teen or adult, Coastline is here to help you get your driver's license and become a safe and confident driver for life! From Sparks to Sun Valley, Coastline’s Reno-based, professional and certified driving instructors are ready and eager to teach you!

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About Coastline

Coastline is licensed by the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles and recognized by the following Reno and national organizations:

Learn more about our Reno driver education programs below!

Over 100,000 5-Star Reviews

He's very patient and a great teacher. He's done wonders for my driving skills during the time that I've had with him.

Kai, Reno

He was patient and friendly! I was able to learn a lot from him and my confidence has grown so much in just those two hours!

Chey, Sparks

My instructor was very patient, provided clear instructions and helped me feel confident behind the wheel. I highly recommend!

Triana, Reno

He is great and supportive! He taught me everything I needed to know to pass my road test. I had a great time having him as my instructor

Hakem, Reno

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Driving Lesson Packages in Reno

Drivers Ed Course Only

Our Drivers Ed course is licensed by the DMV and comes with a downloadable completion certificate.

$60

Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Pay for all three lessons now to receive a discount and 3x as much time behind the wheel.

$529 $552

Save $61

Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

For students looking to advance their skills to the next level, receive a discount and master the roads.

$859 $920

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Over 250,000 Students Have Chosen Coastline Academy

See why 98% of students across the country rate their driving lesson with us 5-stars.

Highly trained driving instructors

Every instructor has completed an intensive, nation-leading training course

Cutting-edge technology

Secure payments and digital lesson reports—we leverage the latest tech to provide an experience you will love

Customers first

Our instructors don't run errands or make students pick up and drop off other students—your time behind the wheel is your time

Customized lesson plans

Our driving lessons aren't for everyone, they're for you—our instructors customize every lesson to your precise needs

Safe and confident for life

We teach you the skills you need to be a great driver in the real world - our mission is to eradicate car crashes, and that starts with how we work with you

Driving lessons in Reno and surrounding areas

Reno is a great place to take driving lessons! From stop signs to the freeway, our behind-the-wheel programs will cover all the essential skills you need to be a safe and confident driver for life. Wherever you need to go in the greater Reno area, Coastline will guide your driving education from start to finish!

Reno Driving School Locations

We know you have a busy schedule. This is why Coastline offers a number of convenient options for lesson locations, including home, work, or school pick up. (This may come especially in handy for high school students!) In some cases, we can even drop you off at an agreed-upon location within certain areas of Reno once your lesson is over!

Other Locations and Lesson Types

Lessons will begin at a convenient Reno location. You will be able to see our meeting points once you begin your search for driving lesson availability.

Safety Lives in Reno

We go above and beyond expectations to provide a safe learning experience.

Instructors you can trust

We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens on every employee

Marked cars with a second brake

Every Coastline car has a second instructor brake, is clearly marked as a driving school vehicle and is inspected by a BAR-certified mechanic

Dashcam in every car

We record video and audio inside and outside the car for everyone's safety

Driving Lessons Customized for You

Every lesson is custom-made to help you succeed.

Certified Driving Lessons for Teens

Our behind-the-wheel lessons are great for teens who are looking to both prepare for their road test and develop their skills as a safe driver. By taking lessons with Coastline, you'll have the confidence to pass your Nevada driving exam and get on the road in Reno!

Driving Lessons for Adults

In addition to driving lessons for teenagers, Coastline also offers lessons for adults seeking to become safer and more confident drivers in their everyday lives. Whether it's your first time driving or you're looking to practice for an upcoming Nevada driving test, our expert, certified instructors are here for you!

Reno's Top Driving Instructors

Coastline's hiring standards and training program go above and beyond to ensure your and your child's safety when in the car. All Coastline instructors undergo multiple background checks and complete a rigorous training program to help ensure their readiness and knowledge in the lesson. When you choose Coastline Academy, you are choosing Reno's top driving educators!

Two-Hour Lessons

A typical Coastline lesson is two hours long, adhering to the general national standard of behind-the-wheel instruction for teenaged drivers. Your lesson time starts from when we pick you up and ends when we drop you off.

Will I Pass My Road Test?

Good, prepared, and confident drivers pass their road test. Because of this, we focus on developing and mastering core skills first, including basic driving maneuvers, residential driving, commercial driving, and highway driving! Once you're confident in these skills, we'll help guide you through the road test by explaining the testing process from beginning to end, including administering a mock driving exam during one of your last lessons!

How Many Lessons Do I Need?

Every driver's needs and progress differ, which is why every Coastline lesson is customized for you. Coastline recommends at least 6 hours of professional driving instruction to best develop the skills you will need to be a safe driver and to pass your road test.

Our Car, Our Insurance

Coastline provides all the tools and materials you need for your lessons, including a vehicle, certified Reno instructor, and insurance! All you need to bring is a positive attitude and a willingness to learn!

Post-Lesson Report Included

At the end of each lesson session, your instructor will complete a lesson report which will summarize the skills you have masters and those that need more practice. You'll also get a personalized message with helpful tips and resources to study and try between your lessons, meaning you can maximize your practice time!

The Coastline Guarantee

A great experience or we'll make it right.

If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your driving lesson, we will make it right. We can redo your lesson either with the same instructor or a different one, at your option. Or, if you prefer, you can get a full refund.

Driving instructors serving Reno

Our friendly, professional instructors bring a wide range of experiences to teaching you to drive. Each instructor is certified by the state and has completed an intensive training course. We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens.

Brent L.

Brent has 11 years experience teaching young adults in more than one country. Read more...

Instructor Trainer

500+ Lessons

Ray P.

With over 24 years experience as a law enforcement officer, Ray has spent most of his working career behind the wheel of one type of vehicle or another. Teaching officers how to drive as well as investigating fatal crashes has led Ray to want to give... Read more...

David G.

David Gibbons is a seasoned driver who has had more than 25 years and countless hours of driving experience. He has driven threw the United States multiple times and is now here in Reno, Nevada where he hopes to help the next generation become skille... Read more...

Richard (Richie) N.

Richard (Richie) N. has been an educator for more than 15 years; 12.5 years working with children, youth, and families as a Community Educator, Case Manager, and Coordinator, and 2.5 years in General Industry as a Recycling and Hazardous Waste Coordi... Read more...

Coastline in the Community

Coastline is proud to work with over 100 local, state, and national organizations to provide access to high-quality driver's education for teens and adults all across Nevada. Here are just two of the organizations we partner with to further our mission of eradicating car crashes nationwide:

For more information about our Community Partnerships Programs, please reach out to our Support Team.