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Introduction
Class B license in Amiens : driving school, exam and financial aid
Picardy capital of 136,449 residents in Hauts-de-France (dept. 80), Amiens sets its Gothic cathedral in a maze of medieval streets. The license is earned here between the canal Saint-Leu quarter, the congested north-east ring and merges onto the A16 or A29.
Local driving conditions
Driving in Amiens : road environment and local specifics
Taking the driving test in Amiens means training in the prefecture of Somme, a city of around 136,400 inhabitants in the Hauts-de-France region, the historic capital of Picardy. The city, famous for its Notre-Dame cathedral (the tallest Gothic cathedral in France, UNESCO-listed) and its hortillonnages (floating gardens), combines a dense urban core, a strong university (Université de Picardie Jules-Verne), a regional teaching hospital and an extended peripheral belt. Category B candidates here drive in regional-capital traffic, shaped by the Somme river and national roads.
The main road axis around Amiens is the A16 motorway, the Paris-Calais highway bypassing the city to the west with exits 19, 20 and 21, and the A29 towards Saint-Quentin and Reims meeting the A16 to the south-east of the city. The N1 towards Boulogne and the D929 towards Albert and Bapaume complete the network. The Boulevard de Belfort, the north ring road and the Pont de Beauvillé structure inner-city traffic. The Amiens-Nord business-zone roundabouts, A16 merging near Saleux and crossings of the Saint-Leu district are frequent technical passages.
The Somme department records a category B pass rate of 60.8% according to 2024 ONISR data, slightly above the national average of 58%. The Amiens practical test centre is the department's main one (Abbeville completes coverage to the north). Routes test crossings of the major outer boulevards (Boulevard de Belfort, Boulevard de Strasbourg), merging onto dual carriageways, exits towards Longueau or Camon and mastery of complex junctions in the centre and retail zones (Glisy, Dury).
Amiens' oceanic climate, marked by mild but very wet winters and cool summers, adds specific constraints. Frequent fog along the Somme and around the hortillonnages in autumn and winter, sustained winds from the Channel in all seasons and heavy rains saturating the roads. Sharing space with the Ametis bus network (the Nemo BHNS line on dedicated lanes requires particular attention), Vélam shared bikes, students crossing around the campus and agricultural machinery in the cereal-farming outskirts requires a fine reading of the Somme highway code.
Exam centres
Where to take the practical test from Amiens
The practical exam centre assigned to candidates from Amiens depends on slot availability in department 80 (prefecture: Amiens). Allocation is managed via the RdvPermis system run by the Délégation à la Sécurité Routière. Your driving school submits the file and you are notified of the assigned centre before the exam date.
Pass rate
Category B pass rate in department 80
Pass-rate statistics for the B license are made public each year by the ONISR under the Road Safety authority.
For candidates living in Amiens, this departmental figure is a realistic benchmark: it reflects average performance across the centres of department 80, around 2.8 points above the national average. In Amiens, traffic density and complex intersections narrow the margin of error the examiner can tolerate.
60.8 %
Department 80
ONISR / Sécurité Routière 2024 (agrégation 67 écoles, 8199 présentations dept 80)
58 %
National average
ONISR 2024
Beyond the raw figure, individual preparation and the number of driving hours logged by each candidate in Amiens remain the decisive success factors.
Waiting times
How long to get an exam slot from Amiens
The statutory waiting time for an exam slot after registration is 2 months. Actual delays vary significantly across France: from around 30 days in low-density areas to 3 to 4 months in large urban areas. In Amiens, the exact figure depends on the load on department 80.
55 to 70 days*
National range
Moyenne nationale 2024
*Excluding accelerated programmes
The RdvPermis calendar shifts each quarter with local arbitration: in Amiens, your driving school follows these variations and can advise the best time to apply.
Funding
How to fund your license from Amiens
This mid-sized city in Hauts-de-France benefits from the same national schemes as the rest of France, plus a regional grant specific to your area. Specific municipal grants for Amiens should be checked directly on the city hall's official website.
National schemes
"€1 a day" loan
Interest-free loan repaid at €1/day
Ages 15 to 25, in initial training
Service Public ↗CPF (Personal Training Account)
Up to €900 (2026 cap)
Employees, jobseekers with active CPF credits
Mon Compte Formation ↗France Travail support
Up to €1,200
Registered jobseekers with validated career project
France Travail ↗Regional scheme : Hauts-de-France
Regional youth schemes
Conditions and amounts on the regional website
Apprentices, secondary-school students and youth in training (check current schemes)
Hauts-de-France region ↗Some large cities also offer a municipal scheme. Check with your town hall or the Hauts-de-France regional website for the latest conditions and amounts. Most schemes can be combined under conditions; funding via CPF and Mon Compte Formation is capped at €900 in 2026.
Practical steps
Steps to get your license in Amiens
License-related administrative steps are completed online on the ANTS portal (National Secure Titles Agency): file creation, final license application after passing, and duplicate in case of loss. The theory test is taken at an approved centre at a flat fee of €30. The practical exam location is assigned by the driving school via the RdvPermis system. On exam day, bring ID, convocation, and registration certificate.
Estimated total duration
4 to 6 months*
Typical timeline from enrolment to license in department 80, factoring in local practical-exam waiting times.
*Excluding accelerated programmes
Pricing
Price of a driving school in Amiens : Class B, motorcycle, scooter, boat
Class B license tariffs in Amiens typically run from 1,200 to 1,800 EUR for a manual gearbox formula, with the automatic option starting around 1,000 EUR. The final price quoted by a partner driving school in dept. 80 depends on the lessons volume and the support included.
Beyond the Class B, our partner driving schools in Amiens also propose tariffs for the motorcycle license (A2 from around 1,290 EUR), the scooter license (50cc BSR or 125cc 7h training), and the coastal boat license (from around 650 EUR). Each estimate is free, with no commitment, and a callback within 48h*.
*Indicative price ranges, free of commitment. Detailed tariffs depend on each Qualiopi-certified partner driving school. Financing via CPF and Mon Compte Formation is capped at 900 EUR in 2026.
Available courses
How to get your driving license in Amiens (80) ?
Our partner driving schools in Amiens offer all license courses : Class B (manual or automatic), motorcycle A2/A, scooter BSR/125cc, accompanied driving AAC from age 15, boat coastal license and more.
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Dedicated training pages
Class B, motorcycle, scooter & boat licenses available in Amiens
Car License (B) in Amiens
Category B - Car →
Motorcycle License in Amiens
Categories A2, A →
Boat License in Amiens
Coastal, Offshore, Inland →
Points Recovery Course in Amiens
Up to +4 points recovered →
Highway Code in Amiens
ETG - Full preparation →
Automatic Car License (B) in Amiens
Category B - Automatic transmission →
Supervised Driving (AAC) in Amiens
From age 15 - Early-start training →
A2 Motorcycle License in Amiens
Category A2 - Age 18+ →
A2 to A Upgrade in Amiens
7h mandatory training after 2 years on A2 →
Scooter License in Amiens
50cc, 125cc, 3-wheel scooter training →
125cc Training in Amiens
7h mandatory to ride a 125 →
BSR - AM License in Amiens
From age 14 - 50cc and light quadricycles →
File Transfer in Amiens
Resume your training without starting over →
After License Cancellation in Amiens
Retake your license after cancellation →
Foreign License in Amiens
Exchange, conversion and equivalences →
Frequently asked questions
Driving license in Amiens: your questions
How much does a driving license cost in Amiens?
The price of a driving license in Amiens varies depending on the driving school and the package selected. Generally, expect between €1,200 and €2,500 for a manual gearbox license, and between €1,000 and €1,800 for an automatic. Get a free quote to find out the exact rates of partner schools in department 80.
How do I choose a driving school in Amiens?
To choose the right driving school in Amiens, check the exam pass rate, instructor availability, timetables offered and teaching materials. DevisPermis.fr only selects certified and recognised driving schools in department 80 to guarantee you a quality training experience.
How long does it take to get a license in Amiens?
The average time to obtain a driving licence in Amiens is 3 to 6 months in the standard track with two lessons per week. An intensive accelerated programme can shorten this to 4 to 8 weeks. With supervised driving (AAC from age 15), you can sit the exam at 17. A partner driving school will call you back within 48h to plan your journey.
Can I get financial assistance for my license in Amiens?
Yes, several funding schemes are available. Ask the partner driving school when they call you back: they can explain the assistance available in department 80, including regional grants, the €1/day loan for under-25s, and France Travail aid for job seekers.
Are there driving schools with quick availability in Amiens?
Our partner driving schools in Amiens are selected for their responsiveness and availability. Once your request is submitted, a certified partner in department 80 contacts you within 48h* to schedule your first appointment at a time that suits you. *Excluding Sundays and public holidays.
Is accompanied driving (AAC) available in Amiens?
Yes, accompanied driving is offered by the majority of our partner driving schools in Amiens. It allows you to start learning from age 15 with a designated accompanying driver, and has a higher first-attempt pass rate than the standard route. Request a quote to find out which AAC-approved schools are available in Hauts-de-France.
How does the referral process work in Amiens?
It's simple and quick: you fill in our form in 2 minutes, specifying your desired course and city (Amiens). DevisPermis.fr forwards your request to a partner driving school in department 80. They call you back directly within 48h* to offer a package tailored to your profile and budget. No commitment, no fees.
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