The cost of a driving school depends on the course you choose. If you are a beginner and want to take a Beginner Driver’s Ed (BDE) Course, it can range from $600 to $1,200. At Steer’nGo, the BDE course costs only $689 before discounts. This includes 20 hours of in-class instruction, 10 hours of homework, and 10 hours of private in-car lessons.

If you prefer only private in-car driving lessons, they usually range from $45 to $80 per hour. At Steer’nGo, the cost is $55 per hour, $100 for 2 hours, and $475 for 10 hours, making it more affordable than most professional driving schools. 

Driver’s Ed courses in Ottawa typically range from $600 to $1,200. At Steer’nGo, the course costs only $689 before any discounts. It includes 20 hours of in-class instruction, 10 hours of homework, and 10 hours of private in-car lessons, all approved by the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO). Optional add-on lessons are also available.

Assuming you pass all your tests on the first attempt, the journey to get your full G licence will cost around $251, see the breakdown below

• G1 Licence Package: $159.75 (The drive test center usually charges the G1 test fee and G2 fee at the same time) 
• G Road Test: $91.25

If you are unable to pass on the first try, here are some potential additional costs:

• Retaking a knowledge test: $16 per extra attempt
• Retaking the G road test: $91.25 per attempt
• Licence renewal: $90 after the first five years

If you have prior international driving experience and are directly taking the G test but do not pass on the first attempt, you will need to take the G2 test. There is no extra fee for this since it is already included when you booked your G1.

Prices for G2 lessons are similar to those for the G test. At Steer’nGo, if you want to attempt your G2 exam and take the full Driver’s Ed Course, the cost is $689 before any discounts. The course includes 20 hours of in-class lessons, 10 hours of homework, and 10 hours of private in-car lessons for the G2 exam, all approved by the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO). Optional add-on lessons are also available.

If you just wish to take the private in-car driving lessons, at Steer’nGo driving school Ottawa they cost $55 per hour, $100 for 2 hours, and $475 for 10 hours, these are same as prices for G lessons.

Yes, completing an Ministry (MTO) approved BDE course can help lower your car insurance premiums. Most insurance companies, like TD and Belairdirect, offer a discount to drivers who have completed certified driver education. You can also request a Driver’s Licence History (DLH) record from Service Ontario to provide proof of completion. As per our recommendations the savings are worth the cost over the years.

Yes. Our cars have dual-brake system, this means that the instructor has option to stop the car when needed and can step in and control the car. All vehicles are clean, regularly maintained, and fully insured. This ensures a safe, comfortable, and stress-free learning experience for every student.

Ottawa has several excellent areas to practice driving, especially for G2 and road test preparation. Many students start in quiet residential neighborhoods before progressing to busier roads. Common practice areas include testing routes near official DriveTest centres like Walkley and Canotek.