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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.

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Plymouth Meeting Driving School

Are you ready to learn to drive? Whether you’re a teen looking to get your first license or an adult new to Plymouth Meeting, Coastline is here to help you become a safe and confident driver for life. Wherever you need to go in Southeast Pennsylvania and beyond, Coastline’s professional, certified driving instructors are ready and eager to teach you!

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About Coastline

Coastline is licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and recognized by the following Pennsylvania and national organizations:

Learn more about our Plymouth Meeting driver education programs below!

Packages Available in Plymouth Meeting

Private Lessons

Save $29

Lessons Start at a Meeting Point

Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons

Pay for all three lessons now to receive a discount on your lessons.

$589 $618

Save $29

Lessons from Home

Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Pay for all three lessons now to receive a discount on your lessons.

$649 $678

Lessons Start at a Meeting Point

One 2-Hour Driving Lesson

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

$209

Lessons from Home

One 2-Hour Driving Lesson - Home Pickup

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

$229

Save $71

Lessons Start at a Meeting Point

Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons

Pay for all five lessons now to receive a discount on our most advanced package.

$959 $1030

Save $81

Lessons from Home

Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Pay for all five lessons now to receive a discount on our most advanced package.

$1049 $1130

Road Test

Lessons Start at a Meeting Point

Road Test Session

A state-certified instructor will administer your road test in your car.

$100

Lessons Start at a Meeting Point

Road Test Session + Coastline Car Rental

A state-certified instructor will administer your road test in our car.

$150

Save $117

Lessons Start at a Meeting Point

90-minute Prep Lesson + Road Test Session + Coastline Car Rental

Receive a refresher before our state-certified instructor administers your road test in our car.

$189 $306

Save $75

Lessons Start at a Meeting Point

Three 2-Hour Lessons + Road Test Session + Coastline Car Rental

Our most complete package: learn to drive from start-to-finish and take your road test with us in our car!

$669 $744

Save $5

Lessons Start at a Meeting Point

Three 2-Hour Lessons + Road Test Session + Coastline Car Rental - Home Pickup

Our most complete package: learn to drive from start-to-finish and take your road test with us in our car! Lessons start at an address of your choosing, road test starts at the office.

$739 $744

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Over 100,000 5-Star Reviews

He is a great instructor! He is kind, patient and gives really good feedback. I learned a lot and my driving has improved.

Cole, Schwenksville

5 stars! He was extremely considerate and understanding to me. In two hours, I have learned so much more about my driving than I would have elsewhere.

Jordan, Douglassville

Easily five stars. Best driver instructor that I've ever met. He taught me so much important information and I'm very thankful

Eli, Pottstown

He is patient, knowledgeable, and highly professional. He makes instructions/directions easy to understand and always ensured that I felt comfortable and confident behind the wheel.

Junna, Royersford

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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

Take your Driving Test with Us

Skip the long waits at PennDOT and take your driving test with a Coastline instructor in a Coastline vehicle.

Driving lessons in Plymouth Meeting and surrounding areas

Plymouth Meeting is a great place to take driving lessons! From stop signs to the interstate, 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 Greater Plymouth Meeting, Coastline will guide your driving education from start to finish!

Plymouth Meeting 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 Plymouth Meeting once your lesson is over!

Other Locations and Lesson Types

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

Safety Lives in Plymouth Meeting

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 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 Pennsylvania driving exam and get on the road in Plymouth Meeting!

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 Pennsylvania driving test, our expert, certified instructors are here for you!

Plymouth Meeting'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 Plymouth Meeting'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. (If you are 17 1/2 and looking to get your full license early, you must take these lessons!)

Our Car, Our Insurance

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

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 Reid has been a full time driving instructor at Petaccio’s/Coastline for 4 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 need... Read more...

800+ Lessons

Fran C.

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

Nick O.

Nick has worked in a role of educating others for close to 25 years. He got his start as a corporate trainer of new customer service hires at a cell phone company and has been the owner of his own home inspection business for over 21 years. He plac... Read more...

500+ Lessons

Joe H.

Joe is highly focused, safety conscious, and is passionate about teaching people of all ages the principles of defensive driving to become safe and courteous drivers. Read more...

500+ Lessons

Craig A.

Being a father of four himself, Craig wants everyone to be able to drive safely for themselves and others. He's also a passionate educator and enjoys helping people accomplish their goals. Read more...

200+ Lessons

Paula S.

Paula easily connects with her students and addresses their specific needs, ensuring personalized attention and an effective learning environment for young drivers. Read more...

200+ Lessons

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 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

Thomas M.

Thomas is a retired Police Officer with a desire to keep people safe. He has spent time driving a school bus for Lower Merion School District. Thomas is passionate about driving safety and enjoys spending time with his grandson. Read more...

100+ Lessons

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

Pat F.

Pat has 20 years of experience working with students in various capacities, teaching college students for 15 years and coaching a High School baseball team for 5 years. Pat enjoys playing baseball and competes in National Tournaments. Pat loves time ... Read more...

200+ Lessons

Mark M.

Mark has been driving all sizes and many configurations of vehicles for over 45 years. From pumping gas to inventory control, equipment sales, regional manager, business owner and now reinvigorated as Driver training instructor and Drivers License ex... Read more...

2,000+ Lessons

Stacey P.

Stacey has been in the service industry most of her life, teaching and mentoring people of all ages. She has taught her 3 children how to drive. With her son-in-law State Trooper, she has learned to be extremely safety minded in her driving. She enjo... 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 Pennsylvania. 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 Partnership Programs, please reach out to our Support Team.