Driving Lessons in Burton On Trent
Burton-on-Trent's 7 driving schools all achieve 5-star ratings, with pricing from £33 to £45 per hour and an average of £39. Six schools offer intensive courses, and 3 schools have female driving instructors available. The Burton on Trent test centre records a solid 54.1% pass rate, performing better than nearby Derby (51.3%) and Lichfield (48.6%).
- £39
- average price
- 7
- driving schools
- 3
- test centres
Top driving schools in Burton On Trent by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
TLZ Driving School
Cheapest manual driving school in Burton On Trent.
Learn2Drive
Highest-rated manual driving school in Burton On Trent.
Burton Driving School
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Burton On Trent.
Learn2Drive
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Burton On Trent.
Driving schools and instructors in Burton On Trent
Learn2Drive
High first-time pass rate with calm, patient instructors offering both beginner and intensive driving courses. £40/hour for standard lessons, or £390 for a 10-hour block booking, with flexible 1.5 and 2-hour options available.
Burton Driving School
85% pass rate backed by 150+ five-star Google reviews. £40/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block, with semi-intensive (35 hours, £1320) and one-week intensive courses (35 hours, £1390) both including the £62 test fee. Patient instructors known for helping nervous learners build confidence through supportive, friendly teaching.
1st Choice Driving School
With 15+ years' experience, this school has helped hundreds of learners pass first time. £35/hour for single lessons or £335 for a 10-hour block, plus intensive courses ranging from 15 to 45 hours (£635–£1799) for those wanting accelerated training.
TLZ Driving School
£33/hour for manual or £35/hour for automatic lessons, with 10-hour blocks from £310. New pupils get 3 hours for £87, and intensive courses start from £560 with a free final exam. Over 15 years' experience offering lessons in a calm, dual-controlled environment tailored to your pace.
UDrive with Dinesh
Instructor with international driving experience across Europe, USA, and the subcontinent, particularly skilled at retraining international licence holders and eliminating bad habits. £45/hour for standard lessons, or £150 for a 4-hour total beginner package; 10-hour blocks at £430 with test day car hire available at £135. Structured goal-based lessons include visual teaching options and reflective progress logs, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway tuition.
SA Driving School
99% first-time pass rate with a focus on in-depth understanding rather than just test basics. The 35-hour semi-intensive course at £1,399 spreads over two or more weeks at a comfortable pace, ideal for learners wanting to progress quickly without feeling rushed. Pick-up and drop-off available from your choice of location.
i-Drive with Paul
Trained through RED Driving School, Paul brings a patient and hands-on approach to lessons tailored to each student's needs. He maintains a regularly serviced car and has built strong reviews on Yell.com, focusing on making learners safe and confident drivers from day one.
Block booking
Best block deals in Burton On Trent
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £30.
Intensive courses in Burton On Trent
Want to pass fast?
6 Burton On Trent schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Burton On Trent Test Centres and Pass Rates
24,432 tests were conducted across these 3 centres from 2024 to 2025, with Burton on Trent leading at 54.1% pass rate. Derby Alvaston achieved 51.3% while Lichfield dropped to 48.6%, all performing well above average. The mix of market town roads and challenging A-road approaches like the A38 and A50 creates varied test conditions. Men consistently outperformed women across all centres, with rates of 50.2% to 55.7% compared to 46.8% to 51.9% for women. Automatic drivers achieved steady performance from 44.1% to 46.5%, suggesting the relatively straightforward road layouts suit both transmission types well.
Burton on Trent
6,682 tests takenDerby (Alvaston)
9,260 tests takenLichfield
8,490 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burton on Trent | 51.9% | 55.7% | 44.8% | 54.1% | 6,682 |
| Derby (Alvaston) | 49.6% | 52.7% | 46.5% | 51.3% | 9,260 |
| Lichfield | 46.8% | 50.2% | 44.1% | 48.6% | 8,490 |