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7h mandatory training after 2 years on A2

Class A License in Saint-Louis

Since 2016 direct access to the A license is no longer available: the 7-hour A2 to A upgrade is the only way to ride all motorcycles. Get your free quote from our certified partner schools in Saint-Louis (dept. 68).

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A2 to A Upgrade in Saint-Louis : training with partner driving schools in dept. 68

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Average price of the Class A License in Saint-Louis

Tariffs for the Class A License in Saint-Louis (dept. 68) typically range from 250 EUR to 350 EUR depending on the partner driving school, the lessons volume and the formula chosen. The final Class A License quote is detailed item by item: theory training, driving lessons, presentation to the exam and any optional supports.

Several aids can lighten the cost: CPF financing (900 EUR cap in 2026), the 1 EUR/day permit loan, regional aids in Grand Est and France Travail support for jobseekers. The partner driving school sums up applicable schemes when contacting you.

*Indicative price ranges. The final tariff is established by each Qualiopi-certified partner driving school, free of commitment, after a free quote sent within 48h*.

Local context

Why prepare your A2 to A Upgrade in Saint-Louis?

Set within the administrative network of department 68 in Grand Est, Saint-Louis (22,805 inhabitants) gives the A2 to A Upgrade a concrete framework: prefecturally approved schools, certified plateau tracks, infrastructure suited to large displacements. The a small town remains a relevant entry point for the A2-to-A passerelle.

The circulation phase of the A2 to A Upgrade in Saint-Louis runs on a supervised free route: the instructor of department 68 guides the candidate without tracing a fixed itinerary. This format reproduces the actual riding of an A rider on the roads of the a small town (22,805 inhabitants) in Grand Est.

The complementary equipment cost for the A2 to A Upgrade in Saint-Louis stays limited: if the rider already owns A2-grade equipment, no investment is required. Some opt nonetheless for a more protective helmet or jacket when moving to a large displacement, an easy purchase in specialist stores of department 68.

In parallel, the highway code theoretical test (ETG) can be taken with several state-approved operators. La Poste, one of the most widespread, offers an official search tool allowing candidates to book a session close to home.

For confirmed riders in Saint-Louis, the A2 to A Upgrade marks an important technical transition: move to heavier, more powerful and more demanding displacements. The instructor in department 68 supports this transition during the 7 passerelle hours in Grand Est.

Saint-Louis is part of 68, where ONISR data shows 63.3% Class B pass rate (1st presentation, departmental data) and an average practical exam wait of 63 days (national average). Compared with the 58.0% national average, these statistics help define the pace of preparation for the A2 to A Upgrade.

The A2 to A Upgrade in Saint-Louis means mastering plateau manoeuvres, circulation training in real conditions and specific equipment (approved helmet, CE-certified gloves, high-visibility gear). Two-wheelers are particularly exposed to blind spots, lane splitting rules and interactions with heavy vehicles. Our partner schools tailor training to the traffic density observed in the department 68.

Local driving conditions

Driving in Saint-Louis : road environment and local specifics

Saint-Louis (68) has around 21,700 residents (INSEE) in Haut-Rhin, in the heart of the France/Switzerland/Germany tri-border area in southern Alsace. Located on the immediate outskirts of Basel (Bâle) in Switzerland, the town hosts the Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg EuroAirport on its territory. The employment basin is overwhelmingly cross-border, with a large number of frontaliers working in German-speaking Switzerland, complemented by airport jobs and the Basel pharmaceutical industry (Novartis, Roche).

Traffic is organised around the A35 motorway (Strasbourg-Mulhouse-Basel axis) at exits 36-37, the border D105 toward Germany via Weil am Rhein, and the N66/D66 toward Mulhouse. The Basel-Saint-Louis Franco-Swiss and Weil Franco-German customs posts are daily crossings. The Gare and EuroAirport roundabouts are strategic. Test routes often include the airport approaches and tri-national roads.

The 2024 ONSIR pass rate in Haut-Rhin reaches 63 percent for B-licence, above the 58 percent national average. Practical tests are held at the Mulhouse examination centre or in Saint-Louis depending on the session and registration pressure.

The degraded semi-continental climate of Alsace brings cold sometimes snowy winters, autumn Rhine fog and frequent summer heatwaves. Local rules stress customs checks (mandatory Swiss motorway vignette), right-hand driving with Swiss and German neighbours following similar rules, and vigilance toward the very busy tri-national cycle paths.

Exam centres

Where to take the practical test from Saint-Louis

The practical exam centre assigned to candidates from Saint-Louis depends on slot availability in department 68 (prefecture: Colmar). 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.

Accelerated programme

Accelerated Class A License training in Saint-Louis

In Saint-Louis, the accelerated Class A License programme relies on a concentrated schedule (around 4 to 6 daily hours) over 2 to 4 weeks. Theory training, mock exams and driving lessons are linked together to optimise time before the practical test in dept. 68.

Accelerated programmes are subject to instructor and exam-slot availability in dept. 68. The Qualiopi-certified partner driving school confirms feasibility and the timeline during the free quote callback.

How to get your Class A License in Saint-Louis in 4 steps

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Receive an offer

A certified partner driving school contacts you within 48h* with a quote tailored to your profile.

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Compare and choose

Review the quote, ask any questions and pick the driving school that best matches your needs.

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Start your training

Enroll, set your start date and sit your exam with the best chances of success.

*Excluding Sundays and public holidays.

Funding

How to fund your license from Saint-Louis

In Saint-Louis, home to 22,805 residents, funding your driving licence combines national schemes (CPF, Permis 1 € a day, France Travail) and the regional grant for Grand Est. For municipal grants, contact the Saint-Louis 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 : Grand Est

Regional youth schemes

Conditions and amounts on the regional website

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

Grand Est region

In Saint-Louis, candidates rarely tap every scheme at once: start with the CPF if the account is active, then top up with the Grand Est regional grant if eligible. CPF cap: €900 in 2026.

Learn more

Learn more about the Motorcycle license

Beyond this page focused on Class A License in Saint-Louis (dept. 68), our umbrella guide details the categories, training paths, prices and steps for the Motorcycle license. Useful to understand the wider context before choosing your partner driving school.

Discover the Motorcycle license guide →

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of the A2 to A Upgrade in Saint-Louis (dept. 68)?

The tariff of the A2 to A Upgrade in Saint-Louis reflects the lessons volume, the formula and the desired calendar (typically between EUR 250 and EUR 350). The free quote sent within 48h by our partner in dept. 68 details every item without commitment.

Are driving schools quickly available in Saint-Louis?

Once your form is received, a local partner in Saint-Louis reaches out within 48h* to assess feasibility of the A2 to A Upgrade based on its available slots. Lead times vary by season and enrollment volume in dept. 68.

How do I get connected to a driving school in Saint-Louis?

To get a quote in Saint-Louis, indicate your training (A2 to A Upgrade), level and availability via our form. The 48h callback by a local partner in dept. 68 allows finalising a tailored offer.

Is the DevisPermis service accessible in Saint-Louis (dept. 68)?

Yes, you can use DevisPermis from Saint-Louis (dept. 68). Our network of more than 490 cities includes Grand Est. Depending on availability, the nearest partner calls you back within 48h for the A2 to A Upgrade.

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