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Introduction

Class B license in Aubagne : driving school, exam and financial aid

Aubagne, a small town of 47,529 in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur (Bouches-du-Rhone, 13), feeds the Marseille metropolitan area, placing driver's licence learning between A50, the Paluds industrial zone and Pagnol's old town. Heavy goods vehicles and commuter flows are constant.

Local driving conditions

Driving in Aubagne : road environment and local specifics

Taking your driving test in Aubagne means training in a 47 529-inhabitant commune in Bouches-du-Rhone (department 13), Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region, 17 km east of Marseille. Aubagne, birthplace of Marcel Pagnol and historic capital of the Provencal santon, stretches through the Huveaune valley between the Garlaban massif to the north and the Sainte-Baume to the south-east. The commune hosts the 1st Foreign Regiment of the Foreign Legion, with its museum, and an economic fabric mixing agriculture (Aubagne hills), traditional crafts and recent shopping zones. Candidates learn to drive between an old centre with narrow alleys, the urbanised valley and neighbouring hills.

The main road axis around Aubagne is the A50 motorway (Marseille-Toulon), which crosses the commune and forms the main connection to Marseille in the west and Toulon in the east. The RD8 (Cassis road) drops towards the coast, the RD2 towards Roquevaire climbs into the Huveaune valley, and the RD8n towards Allauch serves the heights. Immediate proximity to Marseille (access to the metropolis's eastern districts in 15 minutes off-traffic) generates massive commuter traffic. Access to the Cassis Calanques (RD559, RD41a) is saturated on summer weekends.

Candidates from the area take their practical exam in the Aubagne basin or travel to Marseille, under inspectors from department 13 whose prefecture is Marseille. The B licence pass rate in Bouches-du-Rhone is 55.3% according to the 2024 ONISR aggregation, below the national average of 58%. Exam routes alternate old-centre crossings, sections on ring boulevards, exits to the hills via the D2 or D8, and merging onto the A50 towards Marseille or Toulon.

The Mediterranean climate dictates training marked by seasonal contrasts. The mistral can blow strongly in the Huveaune valley, and Cevenol autumn rains generate rapid flooding in the basin (the Huveaune has overflowed several times in recent decades). In summer, extreme heat, fire risk on the massifs (Garlaban, Sainte-Baume) and tourist pressure towards the Calanques increase complexity. Hill roads towards Eoures, La Treille and Allauch are winding, narrow and require careful cornering line management. Vigilance towards scooters and two-wheelers, ubiquitous year-round in the Marseille valley, is crucial.

Exam centres

Where to take the practical test from Aubagne

In Aubagne, the practical exam centre is chosen among the approved sites of department 13. The RdvPermis system spreads slots according to local load and the requests submitted by driving schools. Slot availability stays reasonable outside the seasonal peaks.

The centres most frequently assigned to candidates from Aubagne and the surrounding area are located in:

  • Marseille Saint-Henri (13)
  • Aubagne (13)
  • Vitrolles (13)
  • Aix-en-Provence (13)

The final assignment depends on slot availability when the driving school submits the file. Your school handles the entire process via RdvPermis.

Pass rate

Category B pass rate in department 13

Annual pass-rate figures for the B license are released by the Road Safety directorate, based on ONISR data.

The 55.3% rate recorded in department 13 applies directly to candidates registered in Aubagne, around 2.7 points below the national average. In Aubagne, smoother traffic gives candidates more time to react to situations encountered on the day.

55.3 %

Department 13

ONISR / Sécurité Routière 2024 (agrégation 241 écoles, 29813 présentations dept 13)

58 %

National average

ONISR 2024

Beyond the raw figure, individual preparation and the number of driving hours logged by each candidate in Aubagne remain the decisive success factors.

Waiting times

How long to get an exam slot from Aubagne

In Aubagne, the statutory minimum to get a slot is 2 months after registration. The reality varies with the density of department 13 and the time of year. Availability is more flexible than in large urban areas, especially outside peak periods.

55 to 70 days*

National range

Moyenne nationale 2024

*Excluding accelerated programmes

For candidates in Aubagne, the real wait depends as much on how early the driving school files the request as on overall saturation in department 13.

Funding

How to fund your license from Aubagne

This small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur benefits from the same national schemes as the rest of France, plus a regional grant specific to your area. For municipal grants, contact the Aubagne city hall directly: they may offer their own schemes on top of the national and regional ones.

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

Apprentice grant

€500 flat grant

Adult apprentices preparing for the B license

Service Public

Regional scheme : Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Regional youth schemes

Conditions and amounts on the regional website

Apprentices, secondary-school students and youth in training (check current schemes)

Sud (PACA) region

Candidates in Aubagne should check the three tiers of support in parallel: national, regional (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) and municipal. A local driving school usually knows the scales and can help build the file.

Practical steps

Steps to get your license in Aubagne

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 13, factoring in local practical-exam waiting times.

*Excluding accelerated programmes

Pricing

Price of a driving school in Aubagne : Class B, motorcycle, scooter, boat

In Aubagne, expect a budget of 1,200 to 1,800 EUR on average for a manual Class B license, and from 1,000 EUR for the automatic option. The exact price varies according to the partner driving school in dept. 13 and the package selected (lessons volume, theory included, exam fees).

Beyond the Class B, our partner driving schools in Aubagne 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 Aubagne (13) ?

Our partner driving schools in Aubagne 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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Frequently asked questions

Driving license in Aubagne: your questions

How much does a driving license cost in Aubagne?

The price of a driving license in Aubagne 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 13.

How do I choose a driving school in Aubagne?

To choose the right driving school in Aubagne, check the exam pass rate, instructor availability, timetables offered and teaching materials. DevisPermis.fr only selects certified and recognised driving schools in department 13 to guarantee you a quality training experience.

How long does it take to get a license in Aubagne?

The average time to obtain a driving licence in Aubagne 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 Aubagne?

Yes, several funding schemes are available. Ask the partner driving school when they call you back: they can explain the assistance available in department 13, 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 Aubagne?

Our partner driving schools in Aubagne are selected for their responsiveness and availability. Once your request is submitted, a certified partner in department 13 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 Aubagne?

Yes, accompanied driving is offered by the majority of our partner driving schools in Aubagne. 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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

How does the referral process work in Aubagne?

It's simple and quick: you fill in our form in 2 minutes, specifying your desired course and city (Aubagne). DevisPermis.fr forwards your request to a partner driving school in department 13. 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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