Complete Behind the Wheel in 7 Days in Haymarket, VA

One-week DMV-certified program with pickup at Battlefield High School.

14950 Washington Street #202, Haymarket, VA 20169 | (703) 754-4444 | DMV-Certified Since 2007 | Finish the Course in 7 Days

Timeline

1 week

Included

7 sessions, road test, DTS-B

Pickup

Battlefield High School

Your Haymarket Behind the Wheel Program

Haymarket is our home base, which makes this page the most direct local option for families who want behind the wheel close to the office that runs the program. Our office is at 14950 Washington Street #202, right in town near Washington Street and Route 55, and scheduling is usually strongest here because instructors are already operating from Haymarket.

We pick up and drop off students at Battlefield High School for every appointment. Students in Bull Run Mountain Estates, Piedmont, and nearby Haymarket neighborhoods can also ask about alternate pickup. If you still need the classroom step, this page pairs naturally with driver education in Haymarket at the same office.

Behind the Wheel Pricing

Behind the Wheel

$340

7 appointments with a certified instructor, training vehicle, road skills test, and Driver Training Certificate (DTS-B) included. No hidden fees.

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Behind the Wheel + Driver Education

$540

Both courses together. A good option for families who need the classroom course and behind the wheel driving lessons.

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Behind the Wheel Re‑Examination

$550

For students who have failed the road skills test 3 or more times. Includes 12 hours of additional driving instruction.

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Payment accepted by cash or check. See our full pricing breakdown for details on what's included.

Where Haymarket Students Practice Driving

Haymarket gives students a broader mix of road types than most suburban service areas. Training here can move from downtown streets to school traffic to interstate ramps and rural roads in one local cycle.

  • Route 55 (John Marshall Highway) - The main road through town. Students practice speed management, turning at controlled intersections, and sharing the road with larger vehicles heading toward The Plains and Thoroughfare Gap.
  • Washington Street - Right outside our office. Good for parking, slow-speed control, and downtown-style pedestrian awareness.
  • Residential neighborhoods - School-zone speed management near Battlefield High School, reading street signs, and practicing three-point turns around the town center and Bull Run Mountain Estates.
  • I-66 highway practice - The interstate runs just south of town. Students learn to merge, change lanes at speed, and build highway driving confidence on the same road they'll use to commute.
  • Rural roads toward The Plains - Haymarket's proximity to Fauquier County means students can practice on winding country roads with limited visibility, hills, and varying speed limits.

Our instructors know the local intersections, merge points, and problem spots in Haymarket. Students practice in the same areas they will continue using after they get their license.

Program Details & Pricing

Behind the wheel is $340 and includes 7 appointments, a DMV-certified instructor, our training vehicle, the road skills test, and your DTS-B certificate. The bundle with driver education is $540. Because Haymarket is our home base, scheduling is easy and we can often start within days of registration, with many eligible students finishing the full course in one week. See the full program details for teen vs. adult requirements, our pricing breakdown, and what to expect at your first lesson.

Driving School Courses

Re‑examination / 3x Failure Course
$120

Required if you've failed the Virginia knowledge exam 3 times. Complete this DMV-approved online course to become eligible to retest.

Under 18 requirements
Available online with instant access. Students age 17 and under may take the Driver's Manual course if they have already completed at least 36 periods of fifty minutes or 30 hours of the classroom component of driver education. A certificate of completion cannot be issued unless you provide proof that you completed the 30-36 hour classroom course. Accepted documents include a DEC-1 (from a public or private school), DTS 36 (from a DMV-licensed driver training school), or a certificate from an approved curriculum for Virginia home schoolers.
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Driver's License Fast-track for Adults (18+)

Adults normally must hold their Learner's Permit for at least 60 days before they can take the Road Skills Test and receive their Driver's License. This waiting period can be skipped by completing a DMV Approved Driver Education program for adults, and Behind the Wheel. Upon completion, you will be given a certificate that can be redeemed for your license at the DMV.

Start Your Registration

This form is the first step to reserve a spot in our one-week Behind the Wheel program.

For teen students, guardian contact information is required so we can confirm details and finalize enrollment by phone.

REGISTRATION   —    Behind the Wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do you pick up students in Haymarket?

We pick up and drop off at Battlefield High School for every behind the wheel appointment. Students in Bull Run Mountain Estates and other Haymarket neighborhoods can also arrange pickup. Our office is at 14950 Washington Street #202, right in the center of town.

How much does behind the wheel cost?

Behind the wheel costs $340 at Abba Driving School. That covers all 7 appointments, a DMV-certified instructor, a training vehicle, the road skills test, and the Driver Training Certificate (DTS-B). No hidden fees. The bundle with driver education is $540. See our pricing page for a full breakdown.

Can I walk in to register at your Haymarket office?

Yes. Since our office is right on Washington Street, you can walk in during business hours to register, ask questions, or drop off paperwork. You can also register online or call (703) 754-4444. We're open seven days a week.

How quickly can my teen start behind the wheel in Haymarket?

Haymarket has the strongest instructor availability of any area we serve because it's our home base. We can often schedule a start date within a few days of registration. Summer months fill faster, so registering in May or June gives you the widest choice of dates.

Can adults take behind the wheel in Haymarket?

Yes. Adults 18 and older can take behind the wheel without completing driver education first. You just need a valid Virginia Learner's Permit. Adults who want to waive the 60-day permit wait can also complete driver education in Haymarket first. Read our adult driving lessons guide for full details.

What should my teen bring to their first lesson?

Three things: payment (cash or check made out to "Abba Driving School"), a photocopy of their Learner's Permit, and their signed Driver Education Certificate of Completion (the pink sheet). The instructor will pick up your teen at Battlefield High School or at our office on Washington Street.

What happens if my teen fails the road test?

They can retake it. If a student fails once or twice, we offer additional practice sessions before the retest. If a student fails three or more times, Virginia requires a behind the wheel re-examination ($550), which includes 12 hours of extra driving instruction. Read our guide on what to do after failing.

Does practicing in Haymarket help with the road test?

Students take the road skills test right here in the Haymarket area, on the same roads they've been practicing on all week. Familiarity with Route 55, Washington Street, and the residential neighborhoods around Battlefield High School gives Haymarket students a real advantage on test day.

How long has Abba been in Haymarket?

Since 2007. Haymarket is where we started, and we've been at our Washington Street office from the beginning. Over the years we've expanded to serve Gainesville, Bristow, and Warrenton, but Haymarket remains our headquarters and our busiest location.

Safety & Credentials

All instructors pass yearly FBI background checks and are licensed by the state of Virginia. Our school is insured and bonded, and our vehicles meet all required safety standards. Abba Driving School has operated out of our Haymarket headquarters since 2007 and has trained thousands of students from our Washington Street office. Learn more about our instructors and vehicles.

Find Us in Haymarket

Our office is located at 14950 Washington Street #202, Haymarket, VA 20169.