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Five Star Driving School charges KSh 14,000 for a B1 or B2 car course (30 lessons) and KSh 15,500 for both combined. Head office: Jeda Plaza, Roysambu, 0794 478 773.
Updated 18 October 2026
Five Star Driving School charges KSh 14,000 for a Class B1 (automatic) or B2 (manual) car course of 30 lessons, and KSh 15,500 for the combined B1 and B2 package. Motorcycle (A2) training is KSh 7,500. The school says its fees are all-inclusive, covering a free learner’s manual, the PDL assessment and the final exams. The head office is at Jeda Plaza, Roysambu (0794 478 773) and the Zimmerman branch is on 0797 719 618.
Five Star Driving School fees structure 2026
| Course | NTSA class | Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| A2 Motorcycle | A2 | KSh 7,500 | 21 days, theory and test |
| Motorcycle taxi and 3-wheelers | A3 | KSh 13,000 | 3 to 6 weeks, 10 lessons |
| Automatic car | B1 | KSh 14,000 | 3 to 6 weeks, 30 lessons |
| Manual car | B2 | KSh 14,000 | 3 to 6 weeks, 30 lessons |
| Automatic and manual combined | B1 and B2 | KSh 15,500 | 3 to 6 weeks, 30 lessons |
| Light trucks | C1 | KSh 15,000 | 3 to 6 weeks, 30 lessons |
| Medium trucks | C2 | KSh 15,000 | 3 to 6 weeks, 30 lessons |
| Truck and saloon combined | B2 and C1 | KSh 18,000 | 4 to 8 weeks, 30 lessons |
| PSV, matatu, Uber, TSV (theory and test) | D3, D1 and D2 | KSh 9,500 | Theory and test |
| 14 and 33 seater van | D3, D1 and D2 | KSh 12,000 | 21 days, 10 lessons |
These are the prices on Five Star’s official website in October 2026, when the school was running a 6th anniversary discount. Prices can change when the offer ends, so confirm with your branch before paying.
How to pay Five Star fees
Five Star publishes this M-Pesa payment route on its website:
- Go to M-Pesa, then Lipa na M-Pesa, then Paybill.
- Enter business number 400222.
- Enter account number 1177070.
- Enter the amount and your PIN, then confirm.
- Send the M-Pesa confirmation to 0794 478 773 or 0727 555 558, with your name, course and branch.
Check that the name shown on the M-Pesa confirmation screen matches before you enter your PIN, and keep the message as proof of payment.
Five Star Driving School branches and contacts
| Branch | Area | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Head Office, Roysambu | Jeda Plaza, Roysambu | 0794 478 773 |
| Zimmerman | Zimmerman | 0797 719 618 |
| Tassia / Nyayo Estate | Tassia, Nyayo Estate | 0796 247 793 |
| Kahawa West | Kahawa West | 0707 297 889 |
| Utawala | Utawala | 0717 772 212 |
| Utawala B | Utawala | 0708 819 667 |
| Kahawa Wendani | Kahawa Wendani | 0790 161 009 |
| Sunton | Sunton | 0748 429 757 |
| Maziwa / Kiamumbi | Maziwa, Kiamumbi | 0740 541 154 |
| Ruiru | Ruiru | 0727 654 977 |
| Kahawa Sukari | Kahawa Sukari | 0790 356 991 |
| Juja | Juja | 0790 248 830 |
| Seasons, Kasarani | Seasons, Kasarani | 0745 791 009 |
| Thika | Thika | 0701 966 013 |
| Lucky Summer | Lucky Summer | 0746 017 765 |
| Buruburu Phase 4 | Buruburu Phase 4 | 0797 881 836 |
Five Star says it has more than 18 branches, mostly along the Thika Road and Eastern Bypass corridors and in Eastlands. It also lists a Bee Centre branch. If your branch is not in the table, call the head office on 0794 478 773, which also handles WhatsApp bookings.
Refresher courses for drivers who already have a licence
If you already hold a licence but want to build confidence, Five Star sells five-day refresher packages priced by the distance you drive each day:
| Package | Fee |
|---|---|
| 8 km per day, 5 days | KSh 4,000 |
| 10 km per day, 5 days | KSh 5,000 |
| 12 km per day, 5 days | KSh 6,000 |
| 14 km per day, 5 days | KSh 7,000 |
| 16 km per day, 5 days | KSh 8,000 |
The shorter packages suit first-time refreshers. The longer ones include highway driving and heavier traffic.
B1 or B2: which should you choose?
B1 lets you drive automatic cars only. B2 covers manual cars and, in practice, gives you more options for work, because many company vehicles, pick-ups and older cars are manual. If you can afford it, the combined B1 and B2 package costs only KSh 1,500 more than either single class and saves you KSh 2,000 compared with doing both separately, according to the school. If you plan to drive for a living, the B2 and C1 truck and saloon package at KSh 18,000 covers both cars and light trucks.
What you need to enrol
- A copy of your national ID. You must be at least 18 for a car licence.
- An eCitizen account and your KRA PIN, because the provisional driving licence (PDL) and the smart driving licence are applied for through NTSA on eCitizen. Our KRA PIN guide explains how to get one.
- Passport-size photos, if your branch asks for them.
After passing the test, you apply for your smart driving licence on eCitizen. Our NTSA help guide covers PDL applications, test bookings and licence collection.
Is Five Star cheaper than other driving schools?
At KSh 14,000 all-inclusive for a 30-lesson car course, Five Star sits at the lower end of Nairobi prices. When comparing, always ask whether a quote includes the PDL assessment, the test fee and the learner’s manual. A cheaper quote that leaves out those items can end up costing more.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Five Star Driving School for a car licence?
KSh 14,000 for B1 (automatic) or B2 (manual), each with 30 lessons, or KSh 15,500 for both combined.
What is the Five Star Driving School Zimmerman contact?
The Zimmerman branch is on 0797 719 618. The head office in Roysambu is on 0794 478 773.
Where is the Five Star Driving School head office?
At Jeda Plaza, Roysambu, Nairobi. Call 0794 478 773.
How long does the Five Star car course take?
The B1 and B2 courses take about 3 to 6 weeks for 30 lessons, depending on how often you attend.
What is the Five Star Driving School paybill?
Paybill 400222, account 1177070. Send the confirmation to 0794 478 773 or 0727 555 558.
Does Five Star have a branch in Ruiru or Thika?
Yes. Ruiru is on 0727 654 977 and Thika is on 0701 966 013. Juja and Kahawa Sukari branches are also on the Thika Road.
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