Driving school for all classes
Driving school in Gelsenkirchen & the Ruhr areaA driving school with tradition.Our home turf since 1973.
Car, motorcycle, truck & bus – with our intensive course you can get your licence in just 10 working days.
Driving licence
All classes. One goal.
Choose your vehicle class – from scooter to articulated truck. Every class has its own page with all the details.
Intensive course · The fastest way
In 10 working days
to your licence.
Theory every day, all mandatory special drives, personal support – in our 10-day intensive course we organise your entire Class B training in one go. Once your registration and official paperwork are sorted in time, we get started.
- Class B in 10 working days
- All mandatory special drives included
- Theory every day (Mon–Fri) at all branches
- Personal support, full organisation
How it works
Your way onto the road
- 01
Register
At one of our 6 branches or online. We'll clarify the class, process and funding options.
- 02
Theory
Every day (Mon–Fri) at all branches – no sign-up needed. Learning app included.
- 03
Practice
Driving lessons with experienced instructors in modern vehicles.
- 04
Exam
Theory and practical exam – we prepare you calmly and specifically for both.
- 05
Licence
Done. Time to hit the road – free and mobile.
Your next step
Sounds good? Then let's get started.
In a free, no-obligation consultation at your branch we'll answer all your questions – or you can register online right away.
Our app
Fahrschule Kessler
Your training, always with you.
With our app you keep track of your training – from registration to the test.
Prepare your licence application
Biometric passport photo by selfie, upload your eye test and other documents – the app shows you what's still missing.
Book theory lessons
Class, topics, branch, date – booked in five steps. You can also see which lessons you have already attended.
Driving lessons in your calendar
Practice drives and theory lessons at a glance, by week or month.
A direct line
Reach your driving school team in the chat – for questions and to send documents.
Seminars & training
More than just a licence.
ASF – Remedial seminar for novice drivers (probationary period)
How to keep your licence during the probationary period.
Refresher lessons
Get back behind the wheel with confidence – as many lessons as you need.
Funding & education voucher
Get up to 100% funding for initial and further training in freight and passenger transport.
Professional driver (BKF)
All 5 BKF modules (code 95) for truck and bus – regular dates with us.
Accelerated initial qualification (truck & bus)
Your entry into the profession: initial qualification for commercial freight and passenger transport.
TQ1 – Transporting goods (partial qualification)
Your entry into logistics: TQ1 with class C/CE licence, accelerated initial qualification and forklift licence.
Part of the Education Group
Family business with a strong group behind it
Fahrschule Kessler is part of the Education Group – a group of companies for education and training in the mobility sector with around 300 locations in Germany. In the Ruhr area, Kessler stays what it has been since 1973: your driving school with six branches and familiar faces.
More about the Education GroupOur own driving instructors
The group's DVPI institutes train driving instructors and provide further training. That way our team keeps growing – and new instructors come from our own ranks.
Training under one roof
Driving licences, professional driver training and driving instructor training: the group covers everything to do with learning to drive.
Decades of experience
Kessler has been training drivers in the Ruhr area since 1973; the group's driving instructor training dates back to 1964.
Always nearby
Six branches
Gelsenkirchen, Gelsenkirchen Erle, Bochum, Essen, Herne and Wanne-Eickel – sign up wherever suits you best.
- 01
Gelsenkirchen
Kirchstraße 42
45888 Gelsenkirchen
Mon–Fri 15:00–19:00
- 02
Gelsenkirchen Erle
Cranger Straße 258
45891 Gelsenkirchen Erle
Mon–Fri 16:00–19:00
- 03
Bochum
Nordring 63
44787 Bochum
Mon–Fri 15:00–19:00
- 04
Essen
Limbecker Platz 11a
45127 Essen
Mon–Fri 10:00–14:00 & 15:00–19:00
- 05
Herne
Sodinger Straße 26
44623 Herne
Mon–Fri 15:00–19:00
- 06
Wanne-Eickel
Hermannstraße 3
44649 Wanne-Eickel
Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
Google reviews
What our learners say.
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Duaa Alfarwati
5 out of 5 starsIch möchte mich ganz besonders bei meinem Fahrlehrer Heinz-Günter bedanken! Er ist ein wirklich toller Fahrlehrer – sehr geduldig, freundlich und professionell. Er erklärt alles verständlich, nimmt einem die Nervosität und gibt einem immer ein sicheres Gefühl beim Fahren. Dank seiner ruhigen und motivierenden Art habe ich viel gelernt und mich von Fahrstunde zu Fahrstunde verbessert. Man merkt, dass er seinen Beruf mit Leidenschaft macht. Ich kann Heinz-Günter wirklich jedem weiterempfehlen! Vielen herzlichen Dank für alles! 😊🚗❤️
in the last weekEssen
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Gina
5 out of 5 starsHatte heute die Prüfung, dank den Fahrlehrer Georg konnte ich den A1 Führerschein wirklich schnell absolvieren. Man hat wirklich gemerkt das ist keine Geld macherei ist, sondern wirklich gewollt wird, das man den Führerschein schnell besteht. Total herzlich!!🥹
in the last weekGelsenkirchen
- HM
Haval Mohammad
5 out of 5 starsYildirim is a fantastic driving instructor! Very patient, friendly, and professional. He explains everything clearly and makes you feel safe while driving. I highly recommend him! Thank you so much for your great support! 😊
2 weeks agoBochum
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Localmilfhunter
5 out of 5 starsI had a problem with him and he was incredibly patient, took his time for me, and successfully helped me pass my exam thanks to his excellent preparation!
3 weeks agoGelsenkirchen Erle
- TN
Twostroke nojoke
5 out of 5 starsI highly recommend getting your motorcycle license with Stephen Bevan. Both his teaching and practical skills are truly next-level. You can also get your car license with him! A definite 10/10 recommendation!
3 weeks agoWanne-Eickel
- JM
Jason Maehler
5 out of 5 starsI had no bad experiences at this driving school or with its instructors. My manual transmission instructor was Guido: a truly relaxed guy. He has a pleasant manner and knows how to explain things. My automatic transmission instructor, Vahid, was very attentive and always ready to give you a few tips and tricks. In summary, a very pleasant and relaxed atmosphere that still teaches you safe driving with a certain level of professionalism. Thanks to this, I was able to get my driver's license today. Thank you very much.
3 months agoHerne
Reviews from Google. Updated automatically.
Almost nothing at first: your ID card and bank details are enough. We set you up in our system, create the training contract – and you can start theory lessons right away.
Theory lessons run every day from Monday to Friday at all our branches – so you can complete all 14 lessons in a short time. The fastest way is our 10-day intensive course: we organise your entire Class B training in 10 working days. In regular training, you and your instructor set the pace of your driving lessons. Allow some lead time for the road traffic office and TÜV – the authorities are currently very busy.
For car and motorcycle classes: certificate of the first-aid course (9 teaching units), a biometric passport photo, an eye test, a valid ID card or passport and the application fee. For accompanied driving (B17), the accompanying persons' documents are added. We take care of handing in your documents at the authority – you don't need them yet to register with us.
Unfortunately there's no one-size-fits-all answer. Fixed items include the registration fee, learning materials, the theory exam, the 12 special drives and the practical exam. Only the number of practice lessons depends heavily on prior experience and talent – we're happy to advise you free of charge and with no obligation.
Once the road traffic office has processed your application, you have one year to take your theory exam.
The first-aid course with 9 teaching units is compulsory before your driving licence application is submitted to the road traffic office. You have to complete it at an officially recognised provider – we don't offer the courses ourselves, but we're happy to advise you on when best to schedule it and which documents you'll need afterwards.
Yes – car, motorcycle, truck and bus, including extensions such as B196 and BE, as well as the complete professional driver training and further training at our training centre.
Ready? Then let's go.
Sign up online or book a free consultation – we'll get you on the road.