Driving Lessons in Cheshire

£40
average price
70
driving schools
239
independent instructors
11
test centres

Driving lessons in Cheshire

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Birkenhead Driving School

Birkenhead Driving School

5(434)
From £40/hrBlock bookings available

Over 40 instructors with more than 20 years' experience and a reputation for fast passes. Single lessons from £38 (manual) or £40 (automatic), with package discounts available. Intensive courses typically run 3-5 days and are tailored to your ability after an assessment lesson.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
46 Lloyd Dr, Greasby, Wirral CH49 1RQView school
Quails School of Motoring

Quails School of Motoring

5(33)
From £38/hr10hrs for £360Save £20

First-time pass rate twice the local test centre average, backed by over 30 years' experience and a hand-picked team of instructors. Single lessons from £38 (manual) or £40 (automatic), with 10-lesson blocks at £36–£38 per hour. Intensive courses, Pass Plus, motorway lessons, and specialist disability instruction all available.

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Lyndale Cottage, Wrexham Rd, Chester CH4 9DGView school
Jim's Driving School

Jim's Driving School

5(32)
From £28/hr

A-graded instructor with consistently strong testimonials praising his patient, calming approach and ability to build confidence quickly. At £28/hour, lessons include dual controls and personalised training packages designed to help you progress steadily toward your test. A money-back guarantee backs up the quality of teaching.

Manual
12 School Ln, Guilden Sutton, Chester CH3 7ETView school
Phillewis Driving School

Phillewis Driving School

5(32)
From £38/hr10hrs for £360Save £20

Instructor since 2008 with a BTEC Level 4 in Coaching for Driver Development and a 4.9-star rating across 19 reviews. Uses a coaching approach to develop thinking drivers rather than followers, backed by a progress log you'll receive to track what's been covered and what needs strengthening. From £36 per 50-minute lesson when block-booked, with 10-lesson packages at £360, plus motorway tuition and assessment lessons available.

ManualIntensive
Cranbourne Ave, Claughton, Birkenhead CH41 0BUView school
GP Driving School

GP Driving School

5(30)
From £38/hr10hrs for £380

Established in 2006 with an excellent first-time pass rate. Competitive block pricing starts at £38/hour (10-hour blocks from £380), with motorway lessons and Pass Plus courses also available. One-to-one tuition with pickup and drop-off from any reasonable location.

ManualAutomatic
1 Greenwood Ln, Wallasey CH44 1DDView school
Ready To Pass

Ready To Pass

5(29)
From £42/hr

Highest first-time pass rate on the Wirral, specialising in young drivers aged 16+. Lessons are £42/hour with structured, safety-first training from patient male and female instructors; the school reports an average of around 30 lessons from first lesson to test pass.

ManualAutomaticFemale Instructors
11 Leaway, Greasby, Wirral CH49 2PYView school
Bespoke Driving

Bespoke Driving

5(23)
From £40/hr5hrs for £180Save £20

Retired Greater Manchester Police officer with 30 years' service and a Certificate of Education from the University of Huddersfield, now teaching with a calm, patient approach tailored to how each learner progresses best. Multiple first-time pass testimonials highlight his ability to build confidence in nervous drivers. £40/hour or £36/hour as part of a 5-lesson pack, with your test car available on the day and theory test support included.

ManualIntensiveTest car available
27 Sandhill Ter, Latchford, Warrington WA4 1HUView school
Time2Drive

Time2Drive

5(21)
From £38/hr10hrs for £380

20+ years' experience with structured lessons designed to get you test-ready faster than competitors. £38/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with test car available once you've reached the required standard. Lessons use a fully equipped dual-controlled MINI Cooper with excellent visibility for manoeuvres.

ManualTest car available
Woodvale Court, Childwall Grn, Birkenhead, Wirral CH49 5NZView school
J Drives Driving School

J Drives Driving School

5(20)
From £35/hr10hrs for £350

Single instructor with consistently strong reviews praising his patience, professionalism, and ability to build confidence—several students mention passing first time. Lessons are £35/hour booked in 10-hour blocks (£350 total), with a referral program offering a free hour for every new student you recommend who completes 10+ hours. Two-hour lessons are available and recommended by past learners for better test preparation.

Manual
2 Chapel St, Bollington, Macclesfield SK10 5QJView school
Quail's School of Motoring

Quail's School of Motoring

5(18)
From £36/hr10hrs for £360

First-time pass rate twice the local test centre average, backed by over 30 years' experience and a fleet of brand new cars. Single lessons from £36/hour (manual) or £40/hour (automatic), with 10-lesson blocks at £360 (manual) or £380 (automatic). Intensive courses, Pass Plus, motorway lessons, and specialist disability instruction all available.

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15 Berwyn Dr, Pensby, Birkenhead, Wirral CH61 6UDView school
Barnston Driving School

Barnston Driving School

5(17)
From £38/hr

Independent school offering flexible lesson lengths to suit your schedule: 60-minute lessons at £38, 90-minute at £57, or double lessons at £74. Kate provides a client-centred approach focused on building confident, safe drivers from start to finish, with availability including Saturday mornings and Wednesday evenings.

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19 Gills Ln, Birkenhead, Wirral CH61 1AHView school
Appleby School Of Motoring

Appleby School Of Motoring

5(6)
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

Grade A instructor and Institute of Advanced Motorists member with an excellent pass rate, specialising in relaxed, structured tuition for nervous learners. £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block with Theory Test DVD included; intensive courses available from £330 with options to complete in as little as one week.

ManualIntensive
28 Lymington Rd, Wallasey CH44 3EFView school
MB Driving School

MB Driving School

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

Over 200 five-star reviews and 12+ years' experience teaching with a calm, patient approach that adapts to each learner's style. £35/hour or £340 for 10 hours, with intensive courses from £340–£690, motorway lessons at £80 for 2 hours, and Pass Plus courses at £170. All students get free access to Theory Test Pro and test route videos.

ManualIntensive
Payne Cl, Great Sankey, Warrington WA5 1DTView school
MSM Driving Academy

MSM Driving Academy

5(2)
From £42/hr

Experienced in supporting neurodivergent learners, including those with autism, ADHD, and dyspraxia, to build confidence behind the wheel. Two-hour lessons at £42/hr during business hours (Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00), rising to £44/hr outside these times and £48/hr for weekends, bank holidays, and motorway tuition. Pass Plus courses available at £295.

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5 Fairbourne Cl, Callands, Cheshire, Warrington WA5 9RRView school
iGo Driving School

iGo Driving School

5(2)
From £35/hr10hrs for £299Save £51

Established in the Wirral with a reputation built on customer success and word-of-mouth recommendations. Instructors average 30 hours to pass (compared to the national 52-hour average), with the 'Try Us & See Deal' offering 10 lessons for £299—no long-term commitment required. Individual lessons from £35/hour, plus one-week intensive courses available.

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28 Castleway N, Wallasey, Wirral CH46 1RWView school
Traynor Driving School

Traynor Driving School

5(2)
From £50/hr10hrs for £450Save £50

Established in 2002, Lesley provides structured tuition in a relaxed environment with individual record sheets to track your progress toward test day. Lessons are tailored to your pace, from nervous learners to those seeking refresher skills, with flexible collection from home, work or college. Pricing starts at £50/hour, with 90-minute lessons at £75, 2-hour lessons at £95, or a 10-lesson block at £450 for better value.

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58 Long Ln, Upton, Chester CH2 1JDView school
Wrightway2Drive

Wrightway2Drive

5(1)
From £40/hrBlock bookings available

Patient instructor known for helping nervous and mature learners feel relaxed behind the wheel, with many first-attempt passes. £40/hour for single lessons or discounted block bookings, plus access to the MyDriveTime app for all pupils. Pass Plus courses also available.

Manual
13 Cliffe Rd, Warrington WA4 5AQView school
Altrincham Driving School

Altrincham Driving School

5
From £42/hr10hrs for £400Save £20

Known for getting learners driving from lesson one rather than spending hours on stationary controls. £42/hour for manual or £45/hour for automatic lessons, with 10-hour blocks at £400 (manual) or £430 (automatic). Intensive courses available from £700 for 10 hours up to £1,210 for 20 hours, plus Pass Plus courses also on offer.

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36 New Copper Moss, Altrincham WA15 8EGView school
Chris Kelly Driving School

Chris Kelly Driving School

4.9(1406)
From £36/hr10hrs for £360

Inventors of the crash course format back in the 1980s, Chris Kelly remains the largest independent driving school in the North West with the highest pass rates in Merseyside. Intensive courses range from 10–40 lessons at £36–39/hour (10-lesson manual from £360, automatic from £390), with theory test and driving test bookings included; individual double lessons start at £76 manual or £82 automatic. Known for fast-tracking learners from other schools who've struggled elsewhere, often getting them test-ready within days.

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46 Mill Ln, Wallasey CH44 5UGView school
Start2Drive

Start2Drive

4.9(42)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Patient instructors who excel at building confidence from complete beginner to test-ready driver, with multiple reviews praising their ability to explain concepts in different ways and provide emotional support. £40/hour for manual or £42/hour for automatic, with 5 × 2-hour block deals at £380 (manual) or £400 (automatic). Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 37 reviews, with learners consistently reporting first-time passes.

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46 Dam Ln, Woolston, Warrington WA1 4ERView school

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Fawad Aftab

Nadeem Akhtar

Peter Alan Berry

Mark Alan Meadows

Tahseen Ali Hussain

Julie Ann Done

Female ADI

Kerry Anne Longson

Female ADI

Lisa Anne Martin

Female ADI

Stuart Annis

Paul Anthony Dee

Vincent Anthony Hoey

Stephen Apps

Richard Argyle

Julie Ash

Female ADI

Justyna Bachanek

Female ADI

Phillip Baddley

Nicola Balmforth

Female ADI

Lorraine Barker-powell

Female ADI

Ivan Barwick

Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Cheshire?

Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.

Typical
£40
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £35
1
£35–40
17
£40–45
14
£45–50
5

Based on prices from 37 driving schools in Cheshire.

Intensive courses in Cheshire

Want to pass fast?

30 Cheshire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Cheshire Test Centres and Pass Rates

Norris Green has the lowest pass rate at 37.8%, with women at 39.2% and men at 36.7%, while Northwich achieved the highest at 57.6% across the 11 centres in Cheshire. The roads around Norris Green include tight residential streets, tricky junctions near the M57, and busy routes where you'll face constant traffic. Between 2025 and 2026, 98,638 tests were taken across the area. Warrington offers 55.5% and an 11 week wait, but if you're near St Helens the wait is just 7 weeks despite the 40.9% pass rate. Automatic learners achieved rates between 34.1% in St Helens and 48.7% in Northwich, with waits ranging from 7 to 21 weeks depending on the centre.

58%

Northwich

3,529 tests taken · 19 week wait
Women57.2%
Men57.9%
Automatic48.7%
56%

Warrington

7,550 tests taken · 11 week wait
Women55.4%
Men55.7%
Automatic48.6%
54%

Wallasey

968 tests taken · 21 week wait
Women56.0%
Men52.9%
Automatic40.1%
53%

Upton

10,772 tests taken · 12 week wait
Women52.7%
Men52.5%
Automatic47.5%
51%

Sale (Manchester)

10,921 tests taken · 15 week wait
Women48.9%
Men53.7%
Automatic45.1%
47%

Chester

9,212 tests taken · 14 week wait
Women47.5%
Men47.2%
Automatic40.1%
44%

Atherton (Manchester)

13,035 tests taken · 15 week wait
Women42.4%
Men45.7%
Automatic37.9%
43%

Widnes

6,846 tests taken · 7 week wait
Women43.7%
Men42.0%
Automatic37.6%
41%

St Helens (Liverpool)

14,174 tests taken · 7 week wait
Women43.5%
Men39.5%
Automatic34.1%
41%

Speke (Liverpool)

8,159 tests taken · 8 week wait
Women41.7%
Men39.7%
Automatic37.2%

Areas in Cheshire