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Our Service Area

We serve students in San Francisco, San Jose, Palo Alto, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Redwood City, Menlo Park, Santa Clara, Cupertino, and surrounding Bay Area cities with pickup and drop-off service

Bay Cities Driving School Service Area Map

Coverage Areas

San Francisco

Complete city coverage including all neighborhoods

San Mateo County Cities

Menlo Park, Redwood City, Palo Alto, Atherton, Mountain View, San Mateo, Burlingame, and more

Santa Clara County Cities

San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Milpitas, and more

Convenient Pickup Service

Our instructors provide pickup and drop-off service throughout our entire coverage area, making it easy to fit lessons into your schedule.

Our Training Vehicles

Safe. Reliable. Perfect for Learning.

At Bay Cities Driving School, we take pride in our fleet of Toyota Prius C vehicles—carefully chosen to give every student the safest and most comfortable learning experience possible.

Bay Cities Driving School Toyota Prius C Training Vehicle

Why We Use the Toyota Prius C

Our entire fleet consists of Toyota Prius C models—a compact hybrid known for its reliability and learner-friendly design. Here's why it's the ideal vehicle for new drivers:

Easy to Maneuver

Compact size makes learning how to park and turn simple

Hybrid Efficiency

Smooth and quiet operation, great for focused learning

Slower Acceleration

Perfect for beginners who are just getting comfortable with driving

Excellent Visibility

Great visibility and wide windows help build new driver awareness

We've noticed many driving schools cut costs by skipping maintenance on their vehicles. We've also seen many schools use vehicles that are too fast for new learners. Both are recipes for disaster when teaching students how to drive.

Your safety is our top priority

All of our vehicles are fully equipped with:

Dual Brake Pedals - Bay Cities Driving School Safety Feature
Dual Brake Pedals

Instructors can intervene instantly if needed for maximum safety

Duplicate Rear-View Mirrors - Bay Cities Driving School Safety Feature
Duplicate Rear-View Mirrors

Ensures your instructor always has a clear line of sight

Dashcams & GPS Tracking - Bay Cities Driving School Safety Feature
Dashcams & GPS Tracking

Added security for both students and instructors. Routes are safe and monitored at all times

How To Get Your License

Follow these simple steps to earn your California driver's license

Step 0
Pass Drivers Ed

Only for students under 18. You must pass a California DMV-approved driver education course.

Step 1
Pass DMV Written Test

You must pass the DMV written test to receive your permit.

Step 2
Take Behind the Wheel Lessons

You must take 6 hours of behind the wheel training with a certified driving instructor.

Step 3
Pass DMV Road Test

You must pass the DMV road test to receive your license.

Why Choose Bay Cities?

Experience the difference that 40+ years of excellence makes

Defensive Driving Focus

Learn safe driving techniques that last a lifetime with our proven defensive driving approach.

Expert Instructors

DMV-certified instructors with years of experience teaching students of all ages and skill levels.

Modern Vehicles

Well-maintained, safe vehicles equipped with dual controls for your safety and confidence.

Flexible Scheduling

Seven days a week availability with pick-up and drop-off service across the Bay Area.

Ready to Start Your Driving Journey?

Whether you're a new driver or looking to refine your skills, our professional instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.