The major NTSA-registered schools side by side: price, branches and licence classes. Theory practice here is free, so you only pay a school for the practical.
The largest networks with branches across multiple counties, ordered by typical Class B price band. Confirm the NTSA certificate on the wall before paying.
Multi-county chain with a budget-friendly Class B package; common pick for first-time private learners.
Nairobi-headquartered national chain with strong public-service-vehicle (Class D) training pipelines.
National chain with a wide Nairobi footprint and a popular weekend / evening track for working learners.
Long-running Nairobi school focused on Class B private-vehicle learners, with branches across the city.
Coast-region heritage school with a strong Mombasa presence and growing inland branches.
The Automobile Association of Kenya's driving school arm — the oldest national driving-school network in the country.
Prices are indicative bands as of 2026. Confirm the package and exclusions in writing before paying.
Total spend with a typical NTSA-registered school, before NTSA test fees. The last column is what you pay when theory is free here and you only buy the practical.
| Class | Vehicle | Theory + practical | With DriveRush |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class A | Motorbike | KES 6,000 – 12,000 | KES 4,000 – 8,000 + free |
| Class B | Light vehicle (car) | KES 8,000 – 20,000 | KES 5,000 – 13,000 + free |
| Class C | Light goods vehicle | KES 12,000 – 22,000 | KES 8,000 – 15,000 + free |
| Class D | PSV (matatu / bus) | KES 18,000 – 35,000 | KES 13,000 – 25,000 + free |
Bands exclude NTSA test fees (currently KES 1,500 theory, KES 1,000 practical) and Smart DL card issuance.
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