Driving Lessons in Bedford

Bedford's substantial network includes 12 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors, with schools charging competitive £30-£38 per hour rates. Four schools offer female driving instructors while 9 independent female driving instructors provide additional choice, and automatic driving lessons are available through 4 schools. The local Bedford test centre achieves a 49.9% pass rate, while nearby Letchworth excels at 58.3%.

From £30/hr·Average £34/hr·Automatic from £37/hr

Driving Schools in Bedford

12 schools

Noor Driving Academy

Noor Driving Academy

5.0

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Manual
Mile Rd., Bedford MK42 9UB

Bedford Driving School

5.0

Grade A instructor offering relaxed, client-centred lessons with a focus on long-term safety skills. Special beginner offers available, plus Pass Plus courses...

Manual
36 Brocklehurst Rd, Kempston, Bedford MK42 7GE
The Driving Spot

The Driving Spot

From £36/hr·10hrs for £350Save 3%
5.0

£36 per hour with block deals starting at £350 for 10 hours, plus a £40 mock test to identify weak spots before your practical exam. 5-star rated across all...

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
3 Honiton Way, Bedford MK40 3AN
Asim Shah School of Motoring

Asim Shah School of Motoring

From £30/hr·10hrs for £300
5.0

Asim Shah School of Motoring offers exceptional value at just £30 per hour, with a special introductory offer of three hours for £60 for new learners. A 10-hour...

Manual
6 Nelson St, Bedford MK40 4JP
ASM Driving Schools

ASM Driving Schools

From £38/hr·10hrs for £370Save 3%
4.8

ASM offers flexible pricing with 1-hour manual lessons from £38 or automatic from £40, plus 10-hour block deals at £370 (manual) and £390 (automatic). No extra...

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car availableEvenings & Weekends
Paras House, 94 Orchard St, Kempston, Bedford MK42 7JJ
Marcin Driving Skills

Marcin Driving Skills

5.0
Manual
66 Appledore Rd, Bedford MK40 3UZ
driveJohnson's

driveJohnson's

Block bookings available
5.0·90% pass rate

Established in 2005 with a first-time pass rate consistently above 90%. Intensive courses are tailored to individual needs rather than fixed packages, starting...

ManualIntensive
12 Braeburn Wy, Cranfield, Bedford MK43 0EH
Mayfair School Of Motoring

Mayfair School Of Motoring

4.8

Family-run school with over 30 years' experience, run by husband-and-wife team Colin and June Knott plus their son Paul. Both male and female instructors...

ManualFemale Instructors
15 Walnut Cl, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3NB
Drive Like A Boss

Drive Like A Boss

5.0

Rebranded from Duke & Duchess driving school with an established reputation across Bedfordshire. Instructors teach beyond test standard to build lifelong safe...

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
41 Salisbury Rd, Flitwick, Bedford MK45 1UD
Debbie's Driver Training

Debbie's Driver Training

10hrs for £350
4.7·89% pass rate

Trained under Neville Stamford of 3 Shires Driver Training, this instructor specialises in nervous learners and those with autism, aspergers, anxiety, and...

ManualFemale Instructors
31 Newstead Way, Bedford MK41 8RH
Sara Stokes Driving

Sara Stokes Driving

From £33/hr·20hrs for £580Save 12%
5.0(1)

High pass rate with flexible 2-hour lessons at £66 (£63 for students), or save with block deals: £305 for 10 hours or £580 for 20 hours. Tailored tuition covers...

ManualEvenings & Weekends
44 Lordsmead, Cranfield, Bedford MK43 0HP
DriveAtsi Driver Training

DriveAtsi Driver Training

Block bookings available

Specialises in nervous and anxious drivers with a patient, supportive approach that identifies weak points and builds genuine confidence. One student passed...

Automatic
Preston Rd, Bedford MK40 4HG

Block Booking Deals in Bedford

7 schools offer block deals — book in bulk and save.

Best deal — save 12%

Sara Stokes Driving

20hrs for £580

£29.00/hr

Save 3%

The Driving Spot

10hrs for £350

£35.00/hr

Save 3%

ASM Driving Schools

10hrs for £370

£37.00/hr

Asim Shah School of Motoring

10hrs for £300

£30.00/hr

Debbie's Driver Training

10hrs for £350

£35.00/hr

Intensive Courses in Bedford

Pass in 1–2 weeks

From£36/hr
4 schools4.8best rated

Bedford Test Centres and Pass Rates

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

Bedford's single centre handled 8,958 tests between 2024 and 2025 with a 49.9% pass rate that matches the national average closely. The town's combination of busy ring roads, riverside routes, and straightforward residential areas provides good all-round test experience without being overly challenging. Men achieved 50.1% versus women's 49.7%, while automatic drivers saw a 44% pass rate.

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Bedford

8,958 tests taken
Women49.7%
Men50.1%
Automatic44.0%

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