Are you looking to get a Swedish driver’s license in Lidköping? We have compiled the complete list of all 5 official, approved driving schools in Lidköping currently registered with the Swedish Transport Agency (Transportstyrelsen).
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Driving Schools in Lidköping – Ranked by Price
Google ratings are available for 3 of the 5 driving schools in Lidköping to help you verify student satisfaction.
| # | Driving School | Google Rating | Single Lesson (Duration) ⓘ | Estimated Total Cost ⓘ | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | Lundell Focus AB, Trafikskolan Focus, Lidköping Stenportsgatan 22, 53130 Lidköping | – | Price upon request | Price upon request | 0510-297 00 |
| – | Nya Trafikskolan Lidköping AB, De La Gardievägen De La Gardievägen 8, 53130 Lidköping | Price upon request | Price upon request | 070-494 33 55 | |
| – | Nya Trafikskolan i Lidköping AB, Stenportsgatan ★ Top Rated Stenportsgatan 15, 53130 Lidköping | Price upon request | Price upon request | 0510-238 00 | |
| – | Sören Lindgren EF, Sörens Trafikskola Sockerbruksgatan 1, 53140 Lidköping | – | Price upon request | Price upon request | 070-131 54 40, 0708-844 891 |
| – | Widells trafik och Utbildning i Lidköping AB, Widells TU Sunnersberg Torpa 35, 53198 Lidköping | Price upon request | Price upon request | 070-832 97 00 |
* Pricing comparisons are standardized for fairness: driving lessons vary in duration (from 30 to 80 minutes). To allow direct comparison, we display the actual price/duration and normalize the single lesson price to a standard hourly rate (60 minutes). The Estimated Total Cost is calculated based on a standardized 680 minutes of total instruction time (equivalent to the national average of 17 standard 40-minute lessons). Mandatory safety courses (Riskettan & Risktvåan) are included at standard default rates if specific pricing is missing. Mandatory administrative fees are factored in: theory test SEK 400, practical driving test SEK 1 000, and eye test fee SEK 220. Asterisk (*) indicates estimated default lesson duration where school-specific duration is not published. Source: Transport Agency register of approved educators, synchronized 2026-05-22.
How much does a Swedish driver’s license cost in Lidköping?
The cost of getting a B-license varies depending on how many lessons you require, whether you practice privately with a supervisor, and which package you purchase. An average total budget ranges between SEK 12 000 and SEK 25 000.
The pricing table above assumes a standard package of 17 lessons. Use our interactive expat budget calculator to customize the estimate based on your personal needs:
The Expat’s Step-by-Step Guide to getting a Driving License in Sweden
Obtaining a license in Sweden is highly structured. Follow these three main milestones to succeed:
Permit & Eye Test
You must apply for a driving permit (Körkortstillstånd) at the Transport Agency. Arrange an eye test (synintyg) at an optician or your chosen driving school to complete the application.
Mandatory Safety Training
You must complete two mandatory risk courses: Risk 1 (theory on alcohol, drugs, fatigue) and Risk 2 (skid track practice/halkbana). Both are available in English.
Theory & Practical Tests
Book the official tests (Kunskapsprov & Körprov) via Trafikverket. The theory exam is fully available in English, and you can request a translator or English-speaking examiner for the driving test.
Rules for Exchanging Foreign Driving Licenses in Sweden
EU / EEA Driving Licenses
If you hold a valid driving license issued in any EU or EEA country, it is fully valid in Sweden for as long as it remains valid in your home country. You can exchange it for a Swedish driving license directly without passing any tests, provided you are permanently resident in Sweden.
Non-EU / EEA Driving Licenses
If your license was issued outside the EU/EEA (e.g. USA, UK, India, Canada), it remains valid in Sweden for exactly one year after you register in the Swedish population register (folkbokföring). To get a license after that year, you must complete the entire Swedish test process (Risk 1, Risk 2, theory test, and practical test).
Important Expat Resources & Official Channels
For official information, booking, and administrative applications, always refer to the following authoritative websites:
Transportstyrelsen (Transport Agency)
Official regulatory rules, permit applications, and legal requirements for foreign licenses in Sweden.
Trafikverket Booking Portal
The official platform to book your Swedish theory exam (Kunskapsprov) and driving test (Körprov).
Guide to Private Practice
Our independent guide on Swedish supervisor requirements (Handledarskap) and private practice training.