Steps to Getting Your License

Use this guide to make sure you are in the right place in your licensing journey.

Student type

Step 1

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.

Start Course

Step 2

Practice for Written Test

Once you have your completion certificate, it is time to practice! Take our practice test questions to ace your exam on the first try!

Start Practicing

Step 3

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.

Make Appointment

Step 4

Take Driving Lessons

Passed your test? Great! Now you are ready to take your first driving lessons. Reserve your spot now so you can get going as soon as you have your permit.

Book Lessons

Step 5

Pass your Road Test

After completing your driving lessons, you can take your road test. Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test to receive your license.

Make Appointment

Need more licensing details? Visit our help article.

Fremont Driving School

Name: Coastline Academy - Fremont
Address: 3900 Mowry Ave, Fremont, CA 94538, Fremont, CA, 94538, US
Telephone: (800) 489-1896

Looking to take the next step towards getting your driver's license in Greater Fremont? Start your driving lesson journey today with Coastline! From residential streets to the freeway, Coastline’s certified, professional driving instructors are ready and eager to help you become a safe and confident driver for life!

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Courses offered

California Teen Drivers Ed

Confident Parent Driver Coach Course

About Coastline

Coastline is licensed by the California Department of Motor Vehicles and recognized by the following California and Fremont-area organizations:

Learn more about our Fremont driver education programs below!

Choose Your Learning Package

Most Popular

Our most comprehensive packages for new drivers

Save $91

Get the Online Course Free

Drivers Ed Course + Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Everything the DMV requires for you to get your license, in one money-saving package.

Package Price

$689

$780

Total package price

What's Included

California Teen Drivers Ed

6 hours behind-the-wheel

Save $141

Recommended for New Drivers

Drivers Ed Course + Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Save big with our advanced package, which includes five 2-hour driving lessons plus your online course.

Package Price

$1119

$1260

Total package price

What's Included

California Teen Drivers Ed

10 hours behind-the-wheel

More Options

Additional packages to fit your specific needs

Save $31

Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Pay for all three lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.

6 hours behind-the-wheel

$720

$689

Save $81

Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Pay for all five lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.

10 hours behind-the-wheel

$1200

$1119

Save $1

One 2-Hour Driving Lesson - Home Pickup

Pay for this one lesson. You can pay as you go for your next lessons when booking.

2 hours behind-the-wheel

$240

$239

Save $66.03

Road Test + Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Our three-lesson package, plus a pre-test prep lesson and use our car for your road test. Save $35!

9 hours behind-the-wheel

Road test with our car

$1105.03

$1039

Individual Services

Drivers Ed Course Only

Our Drivers Ed course is licensed by the DMV and comes with free mailing for your completion certificate.

$60

Road Test Session - Home Pickup

Use our car for your DMV Road Test. We'll provide a 1-hour test prep/refresher lesson which includes travel to the DMV.

$399

Road Test + One 2-Hour Driving Lesson - Home Pickup

Be sure you're ready for your test with an extra lesson.

$629

Over 100,000 5-Star Reviews

He is a very good instructor. He built my confidence during the lesson and guided me through all aspects involved while driving on the road.

Glenn, Hayward

She was very nice and relatable. She also gave the best feedback I've gotten and advice that I will use forever in my driving journey!

Valerie, Union City

She provides a welcoming atmosphere. I was really comfortable as she was patient and took time for me to understand things.

Tyler, San Jose

He was an amazing teacher! Really informative and helpful! Would 100% recommend him and would do it again!

Grant, Milpitas

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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.

Certified driving instructors

Every Coastline driving instructor is certified and licensed by the California DMV and has completed an intensive, California-centered training course

Cutting-edge technology

Secure payments and digital lesson reports—we leverage the latest tech to provide a convenient 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

Driving lessons in Fremont and surrounding areas

Coastline offers driving lessons throughout Fremont and the surrounding area. Wherever you need to go, whether it’s on residential roads or the freeway, Coastline will guide your driving education from A to Z!

Fremont 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 Fremont once your lesson is over!

Other Locations and Lesson Types

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

Safety Lives in Fremont

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

Driving 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 needing the 6 hours of behind-the-wheel lessons required by the State of California for a license. By taking lessons with Coastline, you'll have the skills and confidence to pass your California driving test and get on the road in Fremont!

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 in Fremont or you're looking to practice for an upcoming California driving test, our expert, certified instructors are here for you!

Fremont'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 Fremont's top driving educators!

Two-Hour Lessons

A typical Coastline lesson is two hours long, adhering to the California state standard of three, two-hour lessons for all 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 freeway 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. Note, all minors in Fremont and in California are required to take 6 total hours of professional driving instruction. (Need more practice? Not a problem! Contact our Support Team to learn about our five-lesson packages!)

Our Car, Our Insurance

Coastline provides all the tools and materials you need for your lessons, including a vehicle, certified Fremont 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 mastered 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 Fremont

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.

Aladrian H.

Aladrian has been driving for over 30 years. She was a trainer at an airline for many years and an after school literacy instructor. Read more...

500+ Lessons

Mike R.

Meet Mike, your dedicated driving instructor, born and raised amidst the stunning landscapes of the San Francisco Bay Area. With over a decade of experience teaching college courses at the university level and two decades spent honing expertise as a ... Read more...

Instructor Trainer

1,000+ Lessons

Maria G.

Maria is a retired postal carrier who’s gone 30 years without being in a single crash. She is enthusiastic about teaching you to drive defensively and being ready to pass the driving exam. She served as a driving trainer for the Postal Service. She's... Read more...

Speaks Spanish

Instructor Trainer

1,000+ Lessons

Sam C.

Sam is a dedicated driving instructor with passion for promoting safe driving habits. They bring patience and clear communication skills to their teaching approach, aiming to make a positive impact on students' lives by imparting essential driving sk... Read more...

Instructor Trainer

500+ Lessons

Neelima M.

With over 20 years of safe driving experience all throughout California, Neelima is dedicated to sharing her expertise and passion for teaching driving. Neelima firmly believe that learning to drive is a significant milestone on the path to independe... Read more...

Instructor Trainer

500+ Lessons

Anthony G.

Anthony resides in the San Jose area and has been driving for 21 years. He recently obtained his CDL A license in May of 2023 and has been enjoying the challenges of driving tractor/trailers. Anthony enjoys teaching and coaching others by sharing h... Read more...

200+ Lessons

Andrew H.

With over 30 years of experience driving cars and riding motorcycles in various conditions, coupled with a decade of mechanical repair experience, Andrew is a driving instructor who can effectively balance theory and techniques with real-world applic... Read more...

500+ Lessons

Daniel G.

Daniel currently works in banking full time and serves in the California Army National Guard part time as an Army Officer. He has also volunteered in law enforcement. Previously, he worked for ten years in public schools with students from grades kin... Read more...

Speaks Spanish

100+ Lessons

Eric B.

Eric is a bay area local since 1981 and joined Coastline after he retired in 2024. He was impressed with his son's experience with Coastline and aims to reduce car crashes in his local area by training the next generation of drivers. When he isn't tr... Read more...

Meridith F.

With over 35 years of driving behind her, Meridith has driven almost everything out there- from her tiny convertible to double decker buses and semis. With a passion for driving and education she hopes to help you be ready for the changing Bay Area r... Read more...

Michael L.

In addition to 20+ years of driving experience, Michael has 5 years of experience in Shanghai, Taipei, and Berkeley teaching English as a second language. An experienced skateboarder, Michael also spent several years in China teaching about 1000 stud... Read more...

BJ(Bella) J.

Bella has over 10 years of experience in the driving instruction industry and is well respected in her field. Having lived in the Bay Area most of her life, she is passionate about teaching safe, responsible driving through defensive driving techniqu... Read more...

Jack B.

Jack has been driving for 40 years and has been a Tri-Vally resident for 25 of those years. Having a background in professional sports, he took that experience, expertise and passion to coaching his 2 children in 6 different sports, over 15 years. N... Read more...

Morgan G.

Morgan Grody is proud to be a driving instructor at Coastline Academy. He is a former school bus driver with over 17 years of experience behind the wheel, including as a driving instructor at the International Stunt School, stunt performer, and motor... Read more...

Andrew K.

Andrew has experience in education and patient communication from working in healthcare as a prior service member. Andrew speaks English and conversational Cantonese. He enjoys simplifying complex topics into clear, easy-to-understand lessons. His dr... Read more...

Vyvyan V.

Vyvyan Vibbert is a transportation professional with over 30 years of driving experience. She is dedicated to helping new drivers not only pass their driving test, but also develop the skills and confidence needed to be safe, responsible drivers for ... Read more...

Solomon S.

Core Strengths • Driver education and training • Defensive driving instruction • Safety and risk awareness • Leadership and mentorship • Clear communication and patience • Professionalism and accountability • Commitment to student success "Every driv... 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 California. Here are just a few 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.