Steps to Getting Your License

Use this guide to make sure you are in the right place in your licensing journey.
1

Pass written test at PENNDOT

Before you can take your written test at PENNDOT, you'll need to be 16 years old. Pass your test to receive your Learner's Permit.

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2

Take driving lessons

While optional in Pennsylvania, we highly recommend taking at least one driving lesson with a professional instructor.

3

Log your practice hours

Before you can take your road test, you must log 65 hours of driving practice, including 10 hours at night and five (5) hours of bad weather driving.

4

Take your Road Test & Get your Junior License

After holding your permit for at least 6 months, you can take your road test. Want to skip the line at PENNDOT? Take your test with us!

For more licensing details, visit our help article.

Driving Lessons in King of Prussia

Whether it's your first time behind the wheel or you need a brush up before your test, we offer driving education that will make you a safer, more confident driver for life.

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The main hub has the pricing and package information you need to get started.
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My driving instructor was very kind and encouraging, actively giving feedback to improve. I learned a lot during my driving lesson as a first time driver!
Jael A.
Jeff passed his behind-the-wheel driving test! Thanks to his driving instructor, Shayne, it was easy. The SMOG check and hand signs are now natural. Thanks a lot!
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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 instructor is certified and licensed and has completed an intensive training course
Cutting-edge technology
Online booking, secure payments and digital lesson reports—we leverage the latest tech to provide an experience you will love
Premium classroom experience
Our classroom course is taught by experienced driving instructors who are committed to an engaging classroom experience
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
Transparent availability
Our online booking system shows you all available time slots, so you can book packages knowing when we're available
Driving Test coaching
We teach you the skills you need to be a great driver, and also prepare you for your road test, so you can test with confidence
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Skip the long waits at PennDOT and take your driving test with a Coastline instructor in a Coastline vehicle.

Driving lessons in King of Prussia and surrounding areas

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Driving lessons in King of Prussia are designed to build a robust and versatile set of skills in a dynamic environment. Students begin by mastering fundamentals like steering, braking, and parking in quieter residential areas or large, open lots. This controlled setting allows new drivers to build a solid foundation of confidence before navigating the area's more complex traffic scenarios, which is essential for developing safe habits from the very first lesson.

As confidence grows, instructors introduce students to busier routes, including major thoroughfares like US-202. This practical experience is crucial for learning to safely manage multi-lane traffic, navigate complex intersections, and merge smoothly. Practicing these skills on routes toward nearby Norristown or Wayne prepares students for the realities of everyday driving and builds their situational awareness in a real-world context.

We offer flexible pickup and drop-off at home, school, or work when available. To accommodate various schedules, some lessons may begin at convenient meeting points in the area, which will be shown once you start searching availability.

Our goal is to ensure that every lesson translates into a lifetime of safe and confident driving. We focus on developing strong defensive driving techniques and sound judgment, empowering students to handle any road with competence and a deep understanding of road safety.

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Safety Lives in King of Prussia

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

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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
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Driving Lessons Customized for You

Every lesson is custom-made to help you succeed.

DMV-Certified Driving Lessons for Teens
Our school is certified by the DMV, and our lessons are perfect for teens needing the required training with an instructor so you can qualify to take your test, and have the skills and confidence you need to pass it.
DMV-Certified Driving Lessons for Adults
We teach adult drivers how to become safer and more confident every day. Whether it's your first time driving or you need to practice for a Supplemental Driving Performance Evaluation, our expert instructors are here for you.
Top Instructors
Our hiring standards and training program go beyond the industry standard. When you choose Coastline Academy, you are choosing the state's top driving educators.
Will you Pass Your Test?
Good drivers pass the test. So we focus on core skills first, ensuring you are set up to be safe and confident for life, before worrying about the test. On your last lesson, we will do a mock test to be sure you are ready!
How Many Lessons do you Need?
Every driver is different, which is why every Coastline lesson is customized for you.
Our Car, Our Insurance
We provide all the tools and materials needed for your lesson, so all you need to bring is a positive attitude toward learning a new skill.
Post-Lesson Report Included
At the end of your lesson, your instructor fills out a post-lesson report that shows the skills you have mastered, and those that need more practice, so you can maximize your practice time between lessons.

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.

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Driving instructors serving King of Prussia

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.

Gary R.

Gary R.

Gary Reid has been a full time driving instructor at Petaccio’s/Coastline for a few years. He consistently receives the highest reviews both locally and nationwide. He also has a way with clients that puts them at ease while teaching them what they ... Read more...

1,000+ Lessons
Paul F.

Paul F.

Paul is committed to teaching safe driving practices to teens and adults, utilizing his experience to help them develop knowledge, skills and habits that make a driver safe and efficient behind the wheel. Read more...

1,000+ Lessons
Darlene W.

Darlene W.

Darlene’s patient and systematic approach puts her students at ease and increases their ability to learn, despite the nervousness that many young drivers experience. Read more...

500+ Lessons
Andy F.

Andy F.

Andy is a the definition of a teacher. With almost 30 years teaching Health , PE, and Drivers Education to local high school students, Andy excels at taking physical skills and breaking them down to make them simple to understand and easy to master.... Read more...

200+ Lessons
Tom W.

Tom W.

Tom Whelan is all about safety whether it's on 2 wheels or 4. As a driving and motorcycle safety instructor, Tom brings a specialized set of skills to your driver education. Read more...

Speaks Spanish
200+ Lessons
Rhonda B.

Rhonda B.

Rhonda is a seasoned professional driver with 18 years of industry experience. Her background includes operating school vans, school buses, motor coaches, limousines, and trolleys along the East Coast. Rhonda previously served as the Safety and Train... Read more...

Rob H.

Rob H.

Rob Hays has many years of experience behind the wheel. Rob has worked as an auto claims adjuster and as an estimator in a body shop. Rob has seen first-hand what careless driving can do to an automobile and more importantly the injuries that can be ... Read more...

Edward H.

Edward H.

Ed Horning, is a driving instructor with many years of experience coaching and working with young people. Ed is patient, supportive, and focused on helping students feel confident and comfortable behind the wheel. He believes learning to drive should... 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 Washington. 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.

How Can We Help?

Our customer service team is available from 7am to 8pm Pacific Time, 7 days a week.
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Text us at (800) 489-1896.

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Call us at (800) 489-1896.