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Driving School in Haymarket, VA

Behind the wheel, driver education, and driver improvement. DMV-certified since 2007.

14950 Washington Street #202, Haymarket, VA 20169 | (703) 754-4444 | DMV-Certified Since 2007 | Pickup at Battlefield High School

Your Haymarket Driving School

Haymarket is not just one of our service areas. It is our headquarters, our original market, and the location where families can use the full range of in-person options most directly. Our office sits at 14950 Washington Street #202, right off Washington Street and Route 55, which makes this page the strongest local fit for people specifically searching for a driving school in Haymarket.

We offer three DMV-certified programs, and Haymarket is where the in-person side of the business is anchored. Behind the wheel in Haymarket handles the in-car training and road skills test. Driver education in Haymarket covers the 30-hour classroom requirement, with in-person classes meeting at our office. Driver improvement is the separate 8-hour defensive driving class for court, DMV, and point-reduction needs.

Families in Bull Run Mountain Estates, Piedmont, and the neighborhoods around Battlefield High School can reach us in minutes. That matters because Haymarket students often want a school that can handle both classroom and in-car training without sending them to multiple providers. For behind the wheel, we pick up directly at Battlefield High School so teens can move from class to lesson without another trip across town.

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.

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.

Driving in Haymarket

Haymarket gives new drivers a wider mix of road types than most suburban towns. Within a short radius of our office, students can move from downtown traffic to neighborhood streets to interstate ramps and rural roads heading west.

  • Route 55 (John Marshall Highway) - The main road through town, connecting Haymarket to The Plains and Thoroughfare Gap. Controlled intersections, varying speed limits, and a mix of commercial and residential stretches.
  • Washington Street and downtown Haymarket - The historic center of town has lower speeds, pedestrian activity, curbside parking, and tighter spacing between turns than the surrounding suburban roads.
  • Battlefield High School area - School traffic, crosswalks, bus movements, and parent pickup lines make this a practical environment for students who will drive here every week.
  • I-66 - The interstate sits just south of town and connects Haymarket to the rest of Northern Virginia. Merging, lane changes, and maintaining speed under pressure are part of everyday driving here.
  • Rural roads toward The Plains and Marshall - Winding roads with hills, narrow shoulders, and changing speed limits. These are common west of Haymarket and require a different pace than suburban driving.

Learning to drive in Haymarket means getting comfortable with the full western-corridor mix: old-town streets, school traffic, commuter highways, and country roads, all close to home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What courses does Abba Driving School offer in Haymarket?

We offer three DMV-certified programs in Haymarket: behind the wheel in Haymarket ($340), driver education in Haymarket ($200), and driver improvement ($100). Haymarket is the best fit if you want direct access to our office for classroom courses plus local pickup for the in-car program.

Where is your Haymarket office?

Our office is at 14950 Washington Street #202, Haymarket, VA 20169. It's right in the center of town near the intersection of Washington Street and Route 55. Driver education and driver improvement classes meet here.

Where do you pick up students for behind the wheel 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. Call us at (703) 754-4444 to discuss your pickup needs.

Can I take driver education online?

Yes. We offer online driver education for $200, and we also offer in-person classes at our Haymarket office. If you are deciding between them, our comparison page explains the scheduling and convenience tradeoffs.

How much does behind the wheel cost?

Behind the wheel in Haymarket is $340. That covers all 7 appointments, a DMV-certified instructor, a training vehicle, the road skills test, and the DTS-B certificate. The BTW + Driver Education bundle is $540. See our full pricing breakdown.

Is the driver improvement course available online?

Yes. The online driver improvement course costs $100, the same as in-person. You complete the 8-hour course at your own pace, and your completion is reported to the DMV within 24 hours. In-person classes meet at our Haymarket office on weekends. The course satisfies court-ordered requirements and can help remove demerit points from your record.

What do teens need before starting behind the wheel?

Teens need a Virginia Learner's Permit, a signed Driver Education Certificate of Completion, and a driving log with at least 45 hours of practice (15 after sunset). Adults 18+ only need a Learner's Permit. See our requirements guide for the full list.

How long has Abba Driving School been in Haymarket?

Since 2007. Haymarket is our home base and original location. We've trained thousands of students from Haymarket, Bull Run Mountain Estates, and the surrounding Prince William County area. Our office at 14950 Washington Street has been our headquarters from the start.

Find Us in Haymarket

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