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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Introduction
Class B license in Auxerre : driving school, exam and financial aid
Auxerre, prefecture of the Yonne (89), brings together 35,097 residents in Bourgogne-Franche-Comte on the steep banks of the Yonne river. This small town offers candidates sharp climbs toward the cathedral, navigable quays and an A6 interchange just minutes away.
Local driving conditions
Driving in Auxerre : road environment and local specifics
Taking the driving test in Auxerre means adapting to a mid-sized Yonne town of around 35,100 inhabitants, prefecture of department 89 and historic capital of the Auxerrois. The commune is part of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region and remains a major administrative and wine-growing hub of northern Burgundy, crossed by the river Yonne. Category B candidates drive through a mix of elevated medieval historic centre around Saint-Étienne cathedral and Saint-Germain abbey, sloping suburbs down to the Yonne, the Saint-Siméon and Sainte-Geneviève districts to the west and peripheral business zones (Plaine du Saulce).
The main road axis around Auxerre is the A6 (Autoroute du Soleil), which bypasses the town to the east with two interchanges (Auxerre-Nord, Auxerre-Sud) and forms the Paris-Lyon link. This axis is a frequent feature of the practical exam with its 130 km/h merges. The RN6, the old Paris-Lyon route, crosses the town and remains a regional transit axis. The RN77 to Troyes and Châlons heads north-east, and the RD965 to Vézelay and the Morvan goes south-east. Auxerre's bridges over the Yonne (Pont Paul-Bert, Pont de la Tournelle) are sensitive convergence points.
The Yonne department posts a category B pass rate of 55.2% in 2024 (source ONISR / Road Safety 2024, aggregation of 45 schools, 3,689 presentations dept 89), slightly below the national average of 58%. Auxerre has an exam centre allowing departmental candidates to avoid Sens or Avallon. Exam routes alternate between climbs to the upper town, descents to the Yonne, exits on the A6 or RN6, crossings of the Saint-Siméon residential districts and driving on RDs towards the Chablis vineyards.
The temperate continental Burgundian climate adds a seasonal dimension to training. Winters bring persistent fog at the bottom of the Yonne valley, morning black ice on bridges and occasional snow episodes. The harvest autumns, in September and October, see increased traffic of tractors and grape trailers on the roads to Chablis and Irancy. The surrounding semi-rural context, with its wine-village crossings, agricultural convoys and motorway exits on the A6, shapes preparation for the highway code in Yonne and the practical category B exam.
Exam centres
Where to take the practical test from Auxerre
The practical exam centre assigned to candidates from Auxerre depends on slot availability in department 89 (prefecture: Auxerre). 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 89
The pass rate for the first attempt at the category B driving test is published annually by the National Road Safety Observatory (ONISR).
The 55.2% rate recorded in department 89 applies directly to candidates registered in Auxerre, around 2.8 points below the national average. In Auxerre, smoother traffic gives candidates more time to react to situations encountered on the day.
55.2 %
Department 89
ONISR / Sécurité Routière 2024 (agrégation 45 écoles, 3689 présentations dept 89)
58 %
National average
ONISR 2024
Local pass rates are influenced by several factors: traffic density, candidate profile, inspector availability, and the complexity of the driving environment. Detailed figures by department are published each year by the ONISR.
Waiting times
How long to get an exam slot from Auxerre
In Auxerre, the statutory minimum to get a slot is 2 months after registration. The reality varies with the density of department 89 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
To shorten the wait in Auxerre, many candidates favour a driving school that books RdvPermis slots as soon as the file is opened, rather than waiting for the end of training.
Funding
How to fund your license from Auxerre
Auxerre is located in the 89 department and Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region: candidates can stack national grants with the dedicated regional scheme. Specific municipal grants for Auxerre 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 : Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Regional youth schemes
Conditions and amounts on the regional website
Apprentices, secondary-school students and youth in training (check current schemes)
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region ↗Candidates in Auxerre should check the three tiers of support in parallel: national, regional (Bourgogne-Franche-Comté) and municipal. A local driving school usually knows the scales and can help build the file.
Practical steps
Steps to get your license in Auxerre
All driver-license procedures now run through the ANTS: file opening, application tracking, license issuance. The theory test is taken at a private approved centre for €30. The driving school handles practical-exam registration through RdvPermis and informs the candidate of the assigned centre. On exam day, present your ID and convocation.
Estimated total duration
4 to 6 months*
Typical timeline from enrolment to license in department 89, factoring in local practical-exam waiting times.
*Excluding accelerated programmes
Pricing
Price of a driving school in Auxerre : Class B, motorcycle, scooter, boat
Class B license tariffs in Auxerre 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. 89 depends on the lessons volume and the support included.
Partner driving schools in Auxerre also handle pricing for the motorcycle license (A2, A), the scooter (BSR from age 14, 125cc), and the coastal boat license. A free, no-commitment quote allows you to compare formulas and tariffs in dept. 89.
*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 Auxerre (89) ?
Our partner driving schools in Auxerre 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 Auxerre
Car License (B) in Auxerre
Category B - Car →
Motorcycle License in Auxerre
Categories A2, A →
Boat License in Auxerre
Coastal, Offshore, Inland →
Points Recovery Course in Auxerre
Up to +4 points recovered →
Highway Code in Auxerre
ETG - Full preparation →
Automatic Car License (B) in Auxerre
Category B - Automatic transmission →
Supervised Driving (AAC) in Auxerre
From age 15 - Early-start training →
A2 Motorcycle License in Auxerre
Category A2 - Age 18+ →
A2 to A Upgrade in Auxerre
7h mandatory training after 2 years on A2 →
Scooter License in Auxerre
50cc, 125cc, 3-wheel scooter training →
125cc Training in Auxerre
7h mandatory to ride a 125 →
BSR - AM License in Auxerre
From age 14 - 50cc and light quadricycles →
File Transfer in Auxerre
Resume your training without starting over →
After License Cancellation in Auxerre
Retake your license after cancellation →
Foreign License in Auxerre
Exchange, conversion and equivalences →
Frequently asked questions
Driving license in Auxerre: your questions
How much does a driving license cost in Auxerre?
The price of a driving license in Auxerre 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 89.
How do I choose a driving school in Auxerre?
To choose the right driving school in Auxerre, check the exam pass rate, instructor availability, timetables offered and teaching materials. DevisPermis.fr only selects certified and recognised driving schools in department 89 to guarantee you a quality training experience.
How long does it take to get a license in Auxerre?
The average time to obtain a driving licence in Auxerre 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 Auxerre?
Yes, several funding schemes are available. Ask the partner driving school when they call you back: they can explain the assistance available in department 89, 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 Auxerre?
Our partner driving schools in Auxerre are selected for their responsiveness and availability. Once your request is submitted, a certified partner in department 89 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 Auxerre?
Yes, accompanied driving is offered by the majority of our partner driving schools in Auxerre. 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 Bourgogne-Franche-Comté.
How does the referral process work in Auxerre?
It's simple and quick: you fill in our form in 2 minutes, specifying your desired course and city (Auxerre). DevisPermis.fr forwards your request to a partner driving school in department 89. 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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