Driving Lessons in United Kingdom

£39
average price
4,060
driving schools
11,374
independent instructors
1
test centre

Driving schools and instructors in United Kingdom

Showing 120 of 4,060
Kwik Pass Driving School

Kwik Pass Driving School

5(3173)98% pass rate
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

With a 98% pass rate across 55,000+ students and 22+ years' experience, Kwik Pass has grown from a single instructor to a team of over 50. Lessons start at £35/hour in Luton (£40 outside), with 10-hour blocks at £340 and intensive courses from £275 for 5 hours. Pass Plus courses and motorway training are also available.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
75 Crawley Rd, Luton LU1 1HXView school
How-2-Drive

How-2-Drive

5(2122)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Students pass in 17 hours less than the DVSA average using their structured driver training system, saving over £400 in the process. £40 per hour for two-hour lessons, or £380 for a 10-hour block. Get your first two-hour lesson half price to try them out before committing.

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Rose Lane Business Centre, 51-59 Rose Lane The, Norwich NR1 1BYView school
Adams Driver Trainer

Adams Driver Trainer

5(1987)92% pass rate
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

92% first-time pass rate—well above the local test centre average of 50.5%. £35/hour for manual or automatic lessons, with block deals from £170 (5 hours) to £340 (10 hours), plus intensive courses starting at £615 for 10 hours. Student discounts available, and instructors know all test routes in the area.

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86 Bradfield Rd, Stretford, Manchester M32 9LEView school
Shah Driving School

Shah Driving School

5(1149)
From £35/hr10hrs for £325Save £25

£35/hour for pay-as-you-go lessons, or £325 for a 10-hour block on either manual or automatic. Intensive courses ranging from 10 to 20 hours are available at competitive rates, with 2-hour test preparation sessions at £100. Female instructors are on staff to suit learner preferences.

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8 Lancaster Walk, Bolton BL1 3UFView school
Fast Track Driving School

Fast Track Driving School

5(775)
From £33/hrBlock bookings available

Structured lessons focused on real test routes and building confidence for nervous drivers, with mock tests offering examiner-style marking and honest feedback. Manual lessons at £33/hour or automatic at £35/hour, with block booking deals available for consistent progress and priority slots.

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573 Dunstable Rd, Luton LU4 8QWView school
Teendrive

Teendrive

5(695)
From £38/hr10hrs for £360Save £20

Over 600 five-star Google reviews back this long-standing school's impressive pass rate and effective lesson structures. Lessons start from £38/hour with block deals at £185 for 5 hours or £360 for 10 hours, plus fast pass intensive courses available. Hand-picked instructors focus on building confident drivers across all experience levels.

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4 Polperro Cl, Sunderland SR2 0YNView school
iDrive

iDrive

5(667)
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

Straightforward pricing at £35/hour with a 10-hour block deal at £330, plus intensive courses ranging from 5 to 45 hours starting from £200. Beyond standard lessons, they offer motorway courses (£90 for 2 hours) and Pass Plus insurance-discount courses (£270 for 6 hours) to help you progress beyond the basics.

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Moss Bridge House, Moss Bridge Rd, Rochdale OL16 5EAView school
Viva Driving School

Viva Driving School

5(617)
From £35/hrBlock bookings available

Highest-rated driving school on Google in the Manchester area with a 5.0 rating across 579 reviews. £35/hour for single lessons or £70 for 2 hours, with block packages from 5 to 40 lessons available—learners consistently praise instructor Mo for his calm, patient teaching style that builds genuine confidence. Specialises in first-time passes through intensive courses or flexible weekly lessons, plus Pass Plus courses at £230.

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Christie Way, Manchester M21 7QYView school
Wiz Driving School

Wiz Driving School

5(569)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

Multiple intensive course options with practical test booking included, ranging from 5 to 30 hours at £79 per hour (5-hour package at £395) down to £54 per hour (30-hour package at £1,620). Lessons available 7 days a week from 8AM to 8PM with flexible scheduling, plus Pass Plus courses also available.

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1012 Stockport Rd, Manchester M19 3WNView school
MCR Driving School

MCR Driving School

5(549)
From £40/hr10hrs for £450

Grade A instructors with a 4.9/5 Google rating and 50+ five-star Facebook reviews. £40/hour or £450 for 10 hours, with a 20-hour block at £800—no hidden charges. Known for patient, professional teaching especially suited to nervous learners, with flexible payment plans and a 48-hour cancellation policy.

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Office 2, 229 Spotland Rd, Rochdale OL12 7AGView school
I Will Drive

I Will Drive

5(540)
From £46/hr10hrs for £450Save £10

£46/hour for automatic lessons with flexible block deals from 10 to 25 hours (£450–£1,125), plus intensive courses tailored to your experience level. Trading since 2008 with multiple instructors across the Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend and Cardiff, they claim among the best pass rates in the UK and offer the rare option to learn from age 14, plus motorway lessons.

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28 Picton Rd, Rhoose, Barry CF62 3HUView school
HDS Driving School

HDS Driving School

5(480)98% pass rate
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

98% first-time pass rate backed by instructors with 17+ years' experience in the region. Lessons start at £35/hour with block deals from £170 for 5 hours up to £330 for 10 hours, plus free unlimited online theory training and 24-hour support.

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Caythorpe St, Manchester M14 4ULView school
DB Driving School

DB Driving School

5(457)
From £40/hr40hrs for £1456Save £144

Instructor Davian has built a strong reputation across multiple locations with consistently positive reviews highlighting his friendly approach and ability to help learners pass first time. Lessons start at £40/hour for manual training in Gloucester, with generous introductory offers including 6 hours for £200 (first-time learners) and block deals up to 40 hours with 9% discount. Multi-location coverage across Gloucestershire means flexible lesson availability to suit your schedule.

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00 Hunts Grove Dr, Hardwicke, Gloucester GL2 4BHView school
Impulse Drive

Impulse Drive

5(423)93% pass rate
From £36/hr10hrs for £330Save £30

£36/hour starting rate with flexible options including 10-hour blocks at £330-£350 and intensive courses from £465 to £2,995 for unlimited lessons. A 93% first-time pass rate across 5,000+ trained students, backed by 5.0 Google reviews. Pick-and-drop service available with tailored lessons designed around your learning needs.

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Spaces, Oxford St, Manchester M1 5ANView school
Yas Driving School Mill Hill

Yas Driving School Mill Hill

5(422)
From £50/hr10hrs for £420Save £80

83 Google reviews with consistent praise for patient, professional instruction and first-time passes. £45/hour for single lessons, or £390 for a 10-hour block. Intensive courses available at £775 for 5-hour sessions, with specialist knowledge of test routes across the area.

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2 Tayside Dr, Edgware HA8 8RDView school
Driving Innovation

Driving Innovation

5(409)
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

Operating for over 35 years with a 5-star Google rating (150 reviews), this school specialises in both nervous and confident learners seeking structured progression. Manual lessons start at £35/hour or £330 for 10 hours; automatic at £36/hour or £340 for 10 hours, with 20 and 30-hour block deals also available. Intensive courses run over 5, 7, 10 or 14 days, and recent reviews highlight exceptional customer service and patient, empathetic instruction.

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119 Brabazon Rd, Oadby, Leicester LE2 5HHView school
Acceler8 Driving School

Acceler8 Driving School

5(404)
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

Perfect for learners seeking structured, methodical instruction with proven results. Sajid's approach focuses on thorough test route preparation and breaking down tricky manoeuvres like parallel parking into manageable steps, with many students passing first time. At £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block, lessons include in-car video feedback to track your progress.

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9 Plymouth Dr, Leicester LE5 5NNView school
Lesson Plus

Lesson Plus

5(377)
From £38/hr10hrs for £360Save £20

2024 Best Regional Driving School Award winner with a team of male and female instructors offering both manual and automatic lessons. £38/hour for 2-hour lessons (manual) or £42 (automatic), with 10-hour blocks at £360 (manual) or £400 (automatic), plus 40-hour intensive courses starting at £1,400.

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Southfield Rd, Nottingham NG8 3PNView school
Driving School Bolton

Driving School Bolton

5(376)
From £40/hr10hrs for £325Save £75

Multiple instructors with strong recent pass rates, including 36 passes already this year across the team. £40/hour for automatic lessons, with flexible block deals from 10 hours (£325 weekdays, £350 evenings/weekends) up to 40 hours (£1,400), plus intensive courses available.

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40 Wyresdale Rd, Bolton BL1 4DNView school
Kev Tanner's Driving School

Kev Tanner's Driving School

5(364)
From £50/hr10hrs for £500

Single instructor operation offering motorway, night driving, and parking courses alongside standard lessons. £50/hour or £500 for a 10-lesson block, with free Theory Test Pro access included for all students. Specialises in teaching above test requirements with tailored lesson plans.

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65 Eastgate St, Winchester SO23 8DZView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in United Kingdom?

Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.

Typical
£41
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £30
42
£30–35
151
£35–40
688
£40–45
715
£45–50
264
£50–55
68
£55+
20

Based on prices from 1948 driving schools in United Kingdom.

Intensive courses in United Kingdom

Want to pass fast?

1,632 United Kingdom schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

United Kingdom Test Centres and Pass Rates

Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25. 1 nearby test centre.

46%

Rugby

7,174 tests taken
Women47.9%
Men44.7%
Automatic39.1%

Areas in the United Kingdom