Best Driving Schools near Manhattan Beach, CA

2 of these schools are based in Manhattan Beach; the others serve Manhattan Beach from towns including Los Angeles (16 mi), Inglewood (6 mi) and Torrance (5 mi).

12 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+ · 4 show a license

Data verified October 16, 2026

Behind the Wheel Driving School

Behind the Wheel Driving School

4.5 34 reviews
“Karla helped so much with details about what was needed to pass the exam and be safe on the road.”
LicensedSince 1994Prices online
500 S Sepulveda Blvd #211
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Comedy Traffic School

Comedy Traffic School

4.5 59 reviews
“Tasha was very helpful and we sent back and forth maybe 5 emails within a few moments.”
LicensedSince 2001
1500 Rosecrans Ave #500
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EZ Will Driving School

EZ Will Driving School

4.9 122 reviews
“All the driving instructors are very amazing, well prepared, very helpful with learning from, and patience to teach with me when I have no one else to teach me.”
LicensedSince 2008
Inglewood, CA · 6 mi from Manhattan Beach
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Drivers Ed My California Permit

Drivers Ed My California Permit

4.8 75 reviews
“Tbh I was playing Fortnite while doing the lessons so if I passed my permit test you can too”
BBB accreditedSince 2005
Culver City, CA · 8 mi from Manhattan Beach
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Primo Driving Schools

Primo Driving Schools

4.9 116 reviews
“Had a great experience at Primo , Eddie and Chris were great teachers and I would recommend anyone who wants to learn stick shift to go here!!”
BBB accreditedSince 2016Prices online
Los Angeles, CA · 16 mi from Manhattan Beach
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Beverly Driving School

Beverly Driving School

4.6 87 reviews
“Juan was very helpful and gave good feedback to what I could improve and I managed to pass my test on my second try.”
Since 2010
Los Angeles, CA · 16 mi from Manhattan Beach
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The 15 schools listed for Manhattan Beach, CA teach driving. Lessons happen on the road rather than at an address, so the area a school covers matters more than where its office sits; details come from what each one publishes.

Area overview: Manhattan Beach, CA

The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 3,213 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "patient", "skills" and "confidence". 12 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 4 show a license on their websites and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 32 years. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.

Do all the driving schools on this page cover Manhattan Beach?

2 of the 15 are based in Manhattan Beach, and the others sit within 20 mi. Coverage is a business decision rather than a distance, and an instructor two towns over may well take you while one nearby will not. Ask about pickup before you rule anyone out.

South Bay Driving School

South Bay Driving School

4.9 142 reviews
“She was very patient and kind throughout our time in the car together, gave great advice and tips that I really believe helped me pass on the first try.”
Since 1996Prices online
Torrance, CA · 5 mi from Manhattan Beach
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GSF Truck & Bus Driving Schools

GSF Truck & Bus Driving Schools

4.5 72 reviews
“I managed to receive my CDL within two months of enrolling (I had my permit before enrolling, and there was a small waiting period to be put into in-person classes).”
Since 1999Below average prices
Los Angeles, CA · 16 mi from Manhattan Beach
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Franshez Driving School

Franshez Driving School

4.9 135 reviews
“I've struggled with severe driving anxiety, but Jimmy's encouragement and advice after just the first lesson significantly improved my confidence.”
Since 2023Prices online
Los Angeles, CA · 16 mi from Manhattan Beach
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CNC Driving and Traffic School

CNC Driving and Traffic School

4.9 131 reviews
“I'm from India and I had great experience driving with CNC, which made it really easy for me to transition from a right wheel drive to a left wheel drive .”
Since 2018Prices online
Los Angeles, CA · 16 mi from Manhattan Beach
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Bloomtech Driving School

Bloomtech Driving School

4.9 61 reviews
“They answer all of your questions, aspire to make you comfortable/safe on the road, and determined to ensure you are ready for your test.”
Since 2020
Los Angeles, CA · 16 mi from Manhattan Beach
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Oxford Driving School

Oxford Driving School

4.9 129 reviews
“I started as a complete beginner with no driving experience, and after just a few lessons, I was able to pass my driving test and get my license!”
Since 2022
Los Angeles, CA · 16 mi from Manhattan Beach
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Westside Motorcycle Academy

Westside Motorcycle Academy

4.2 52 reviews
“In whatever course you take the instructors are amazing people who want to help you learn and each course is specifically designed to help you learn to ride and improve your skills.”
From $150/hrSince 2005
Inglewood, CA · 6 mi from Manhattan Beach
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Abel's Driving School

Abel's Driving School

4.7 45 reviews
“I started out very nervous about driving but by the time of the test I was very confident and passed on the first try”
LicensedSince 2007Prices online
Los Angeles, CA · 16 mi from Manhattan Beach
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Gihon Driving School

Gihon Driving School

5.0 36 reviews
“She made me feel comfortable and helped me understand the fundamentals of driving and pointed out any mistakes I did during the lesson .”
Since 2019
Los Angeles, CA · 16 mi from Manhattan Beach
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