Driving Lessons in Bedford
Bedford's 12 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors offer strong choice, with lessons from schools averaging £35 per hour. Four schools offer both automatic driving lessons and female driving instructors, while 9 independent driving instructors are female. Schools average 4.9-star ratings, and the local test centre shows a solid 53.7% pass rate.
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Driving lessons in Bedford
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Showing 1–20 of 52 driving schools and independent instructors in Bedford.
Sara Stokes Driving
Manual
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 everything from basics to motorway skills, plus Pass Plus courses (£330) and refresher lessons for returning drivers.
The Driving Spot
Manual and automatic
£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 platforms with learners praising the patient, thorough instruction and effective intensive courses. Modern dual-control hatchbacks with air conditioning ensure comfortable, stress-free learning.
Asim Shah School of Motoring
Manual
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 block deal costs £300, and lessons are tailored to your pace using client-centred techniques and the DVSA recommended syllabus. Pass Plus courses and motorway driving lessons are also available.
ASM Driving Schools
Manual and automatic
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 charge for using the school's test car on exam day, and special offers are available for beginners. One-to-one tuition covers theory and hazard perception training free of charge, with lessons available 7 days a week from 6am to 9pm.
Debbie's Driver Training
Manual
Trained under Neville Stamford of 3 Shires Driver Training, this instructor specialises in nervous learners and those with autism, aspergers, anxiety, and learning difficulties, with an 89% first-time pass rate. 1.5-hour lessons at £55, 2-hour lessons at £75, or a 10-hour block for £350. Pass Plus courses also available at £300.
Noor Driving Academy
Manual
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Bedford Driving School
Manual
Grade A instructor offering relaxed, client-centred lessons with a focus on long-term safety skills. Special beginner offers available, plus Pass Plus courses and free theory test support. Pick-up and drop-off included within the Bedford area.
driveJohnson's
Manual
Established in 2005 with a first-time pass rate consistently above 90%. Intensive courses are tailored to individual needs rather than fixed packages, starting with a 2-hour assessment lesson to create a personalised plan. Deals available on 1, 2, and 10-hour lesson blocks, with pricing positioned as mid-market value without compromising on instructor quality.
Drive Like A Boss
Manual and automatic
Rebranded from Duke & Duchess driving school with an established reputation across Bedfordshire. Instructors teach beyond test standard to build lifelong safe driving skills, with a supportive approach that turns mistakes into learning opportunities. Semi-intensive courses available from 4 weeks to 3 months, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons once you've passed.
Mayfair School Of Motoring
Manual
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 available, with a free door-to-door service and Pass Plus courses on offer. Contact them on 01767 640885 for pricing.
DriveAtsi Driver Training
Automatic
Specialises in nervous and anxious drivers with a patient, supportive approach that identifies weak points and builds genuine confidence. One student passed first time with just 3 minors, praising the instructor's ability to explain the reasoning behind corrections. Flexible lesson bookings and block deals available; contact for current pricing.
Junaid Ali
Manual
Manpreet Kahlon
Automatic
Marcin Driving Skills
Manual
Asif Ali
Mumtaz Ali Malik
Syed Atif Hussain Kazmi
Block booking
Best block deals in Bedford
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £80.
Intensive courses in Bedford
Want to pass fast?
4 Bedford schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Bedford Test Centres and Pass Rates
Bedford is a good centre to test at. Its pass rate of 54% is above the 50% average across Great Britain, and the typical wait is about a month.