Group A1 License Plzeň

The family-run Vlídná autoškola Plzeň has been operating in Plzeň since 1992 – father and son Oldřich Žáček and Oldřich Žáček Jr. share decades of experience in providing honest and professional instruction for new drivers. With a 4.7-star rating on Google Maps, the school has built a solid reputation in the Plzeň region.

The cornerstone of their teaching philosophy is individual instruction: there is always only one student and one instructor in the vehicle, never more. Each lesson follows a pre-planned schedule, so students always know what to expect. Course prices include textbooks, a pen, and access to online learning materials. Instruction can follow a standard pace or an individual schedule tailored to each student's needs.

The driving school covers all common license categories: passenger vehicles (B and B78 with automatic transmission), trailers (B96 and B+E), motorcycles (AM, A1, A2, A), and trucks (Category C). Active drivers can take refresher lessons, companies can arrange professional driver training, and prospective L17 mentors can book expert consultations.

Autoškola LUKAS in Plzeň operates training courses as part of a driving school network with branches in Děčín, Rumburk, Jablonec nad Nisou, Klatovy, České Budějovice and other cities. The Plzeň branch offers group B courses in both manual and automatic transmission, motorcycle courses for groups AM, A1, A2 and A, and combination packages A2+B or A+B for those wishing to obtain two licences simultaneously.

For group B, two study modes are available: a standard course lasting 3–4 months and an intensive course completable in 1–2 months. Instruction follows individually scheduled theoretical and practical lessons arranged directly with the instructor. Refresher driving lessons use a Škoda Fabia under the supervision of an experienced instructor.

The school also offers re-examination for drivers seeking licence reinstatement after point penalties or court-imposed driving bans. Course payments can be made in cash, by bank transfer, or in instalments through flexible payment plans or Home Credit financing.

With an excellent rating of 4.9 stars from 201 Google Maps reviews, Autoškola 97 ranks among the best-rated driving schools in Plzeň. The school is operated by Miroslav Görner and Jan Jílek, who have built a system based on years of experience from domestic and international practice. Teaching takes place in a pleasant atmosphere without unnecessary stress, where students often describe instructors as patient, calm, and friendly. The school operates in three locations - Plzeň, Blovice, and Starý Plzenec. Characteristic of Autoškola 97 is its focus on comprehensive student preparation - training includes not only regular city driving but also highway kilometers and driving in Prague city center. First lessons take place on a training ground in a safe environment. The price of all courses includes quality textbooks, first aid training with practical CPR exercises, and an interesting bonus - a free retake exam opportunity in case of failure. The school offers various types of Group B courses - from classic standard through ladies' course with a female instructor to intensive or individual variants that allow obtaining a driver's license within three weeks. In addition to Group B, it also offers training for all motorcycle categories, trailers, and combined A+B courses.

Helus Driving School stands out among Pilsen driving schools with its modern driving simulator, where students safely begin their training. With an excellent rating of 4.9 stars from 105 reviews on Google Maps, it ranks among the best-rated driving schools in the region. The school, with over twenty years of tradition, operates classrooms in Pilsen, Plasy, and Kralovice, allowing flexible choice of study location and final exams.

Simulator training includes practicing starts, gear shifting, intersection driving, night driving in fog, and hazardous situations. Students master vehicle control basics without the stress of real traffic. The school offers a wide range of courses from small motorcycles to cars, including the B-L17 program for seventeen-year-olds. Pilsen Card holders receive discounts, and the school also offers group rates for three or more people.

Driving School Ing. Šimek opened in May 1990 as the first private driving school in Plzeň and the entire former Czechoslovakia. With a rating of 4.9 stars from 128 reviews, it ranks among the highest-rated driving schools in the region, and over 35 years of operation more than 20,000 students have completed courses here – a result no competitor in Plzeň can match.

Experienced instructors provide training in all driving licence categories – from mopeds and motorcycles to passenger cars, trucks, buses and tractors. The popular L17 programme allows students to begin category B training from age 17 under the supervision of a mentor. For professional drivers, the school is the first in Plzeň to offer accredited training for categories C, C+E, D and D+E.

The school's facilities include a modern classroom with a projector and a dedicated computer lab for theory test preparation. A welcoming atmosphere and personalised instruction attract students from across the Plzeň region.

Baumruk Driving School operates in Plzeň, Stříbro, and Nýřany, offering comprehensive training for all driving license groups including motorcycles, cars, trucks, buses, and tractors. With a 4.5-star Google Maps rating, it maintains a strong reputation among students.

This family business has been running since 1990 and over thirty-five years has built a solid foundation. It trains over five hundred new drivers and a thousand professional drivers annually. Instruction is available in four languages – Czech, English, German, and Ukrainian – a benefit for foreign students living in the Plzeň Region.

The school features a modern vehicle fleet that is regularly updated. Students have access to the Moje Autoškola electronic system with test questions and training materials. Beyond standard courses, the school offers professional driver training, L17 mentor preparation, refresher drives with the option of a female instructor, and requalification courses in cooperation with Labour Offices.

Autoškola KREDIT, run by Richard Zeman, is located on Kollárova street in Plzeň and offers training for groups AM, A1, A2, A and B. The school has been operating since 1995 and also runs a branch in Třemošná. Courses include standard group B training, automatic transmission driving, and combined motorcycle group courses. Each student trains with the same instructor and the same vehicle throughout the course. The course fee covers all school costs. Conditioning rides and license reinstatement assistance are also available. Applications can be submitted in person at the Plzeň office (Mon–Thu 4–5 PM) or in Třemošná (Fri 4–5 PM).

Autoškola Roubal is located in the Lochotín district of Plzeň at Karoliny Světlé 5 and is operated by Petr Roubal. The school specialises in training drivers for both passenger and commercial vehicles – specifically categories B, B96, B+E, C, C+E and D – and rounds out its offer with company vehicle driver training and professional driver certification.

Category B training takes place in groups of up to five candidates, with a recommended course duration of seven weeks. For those seeking a faster pace, an intensive programme and individual one-to-one training are also available. Practical lessons can be booked seven days a week, allowing each student to tailor the training schedule to their own needs.

The school also offers licence expansion courses between motorcycle categories, refresher driving lessons for experienced drivers, and re-examination for licence reinstatement. Classroom sessions are held at Karoliny Světlé 5; the administrative office is at Majakovského 1156/42 in Plzeň-Bolevec.

Autoškola Sládek in Plzeň is among the highest-rated driving schools in the Pilsen Region with an excellent 4.9-star rating from over 700 satisfied graduates. The school is led by Aleš Sládek and his team of experienced instructors who offer training across the full spectrum of vehicles from motorcycles through cars to trucks and buses. Their modern approach to teaching includes a proprietary online student management system, a mobile app for practicing tests, and e-learning. The driving school operates its own training center on Slovanská street, where both theoretical and practical instruction takes place. The offering includes standard and intensive courses, individual training, English instruction, and SUV automatic transmission training. The school has long-term cooperation with employment offices for funding retraining courses.