Driving Lessons in Eastbourne
With 13 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors, Eastbourne provides strong choice for learners, and schools achieve an excellent 4.9-star average rating. Ten schools offer automatic driving lessons, 4 provide intensive courses, and 1 has female driving instructors available, while there are 8 independent female driving instructors. Pricing ranges from £39 to £45 per hour. The local Eastbourne test centre shows an encouraging 55.4% pass rate.
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Driving lessons in Eastbourne
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Showing 1–13 of 13 driving schools, plus every independent instructor in Eastbourne.
Swift Driver Training Eastbourne
Grade A instructor with 26 years' experience since 2000, now back teaching after a career break and specialising in learners with difficulties who struggled with manual cars. One-to-one lessons only, no waiting lists, with structured tuition and emailed progress sheets. 1.5-hour lessons at £60 (highly recommended over single hours), test day sessions £80 for 2 hours, and motorway lessons available.
StartnDrive
Over 21 years in Eastbourne with consistently high first-time pass rates well above the national average. Learner-centred approach gives you control over your progress, with lessons from £39/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block; new learners can book their first 2 hours for just £60.
Learn 2 Drive With A2B
£40 per hour or £385 for a 10-hour block, with a motorway course option at £160. Reviews highlight instructor Adrian's exceptional support for learners with mental health challenges and learning difficulties, while Rod Payne earned a first-time pass with just 2 minors. Real-world road experience is prioritized over car park practice, with lessons starting at 90 minutes to build confidence from day one.
FrankLyDriving.uk
Instructors hold Advanced Driving qualifications and offer supported online theory test preparation alongside practical lessons. £40/hour or £365 for a 10-hour block (5 x 2-hour lessons), with Pass Plus courses also available at £295 for a full day including lunch.
Begin Driving
All lessons are 1.5 hours, a duration research shows optimises learning and retention without mental fatigue. £62 per lesson or £351 for a 9-hour block (£39/hour), with access to Theory Test Pro, a student app, and mock tests with different instructors to simulate test conditions. Consistently praised in reviews for patient, supportive instruction across a team of instructors.
Adams Automatic Driving Tuition
Specialist in automatic driving lessons with a calm, patient teaching style suited to nervous learners and complete beginners alike. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, plus semi-intensive courses from £800 for 20 hours. Learn in a modern Toyota Yaris Hybrid with dual controls, sat-nav, and reverse camera.
Time2Pass
Competitive pricing at £40/hour with substantial block booking savings; a 10-hour block costs £390, while larger packages up to 40 hours offer discounts of up to £40. Pass Plus courses also available at £240 for 6 hours including motorway tuition.
Hotdog Driving School
Specialists in intensive driving courses with instructors trained to build confidence quickly and safely, ideal for learners aiming to pass within weeks rather than months. Double lessons at £76 for 100 minutes or a 10-lesson block for £360 (saving £20), plus Pass Plus courses and motorway training available. Free local pick-up and drop-off across a 20-mile radius, with flexible scheduling and one-to-one tuition throughout.
AH Driving School
Instructor Ashot Hovhannisyan prioritises road safety and adapts lessons to each learner's style, creating a relaxed environment from beginner through to test day. Discounts available on longer lessons and block bookings, with flexible payment options including card payments in the car.
Simply Automatic
Qualified instructor with experience at both learner and advanced driver levels, focusing on efficient training to get you test-ready in the shortest time while building lifelong safe driving habits. Modern Toyota Corolla automatic lessons delivered with latest coaching techniques in a professional yet relaxed manner, plus theory test preparation and practical test booking assistance.
Rule the Road with King
Russ King specialises in teaching neurodivergent and anxious drivers, with dedicated specialist training in this area. Single 1.5-hour lessons cost £60, or save with block bookings: 4 lessons for £230 or 8 lessons for £450. First-time pass rates feature prominently in student reviews, with learners praising his calm, patient approach.
ACE Automatic Driving School
43 years of driving experience and a specialist in helping nervous drivers build confidence behind the wheel. Nigel teaches learners of all ages, from first-timers to those in their late 50s and 60s, creating a welcoming environment where you can focus on mastering the road rather than coordinating clutch and gears. Contact for current pricing and lesson availability.
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Ian Hutchins
Andrew James Akehurst
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Intensive courses in Eastbourne
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4 Eastbourne schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Eastbourne Test Centres and Pass Rates
Eastbourne is a single centre with a 55.4% pass rate, above the national average. Women do slightly better at 56.2% compared to 54.8% for men, while automatic learners see 50.2% success. 6,031 tests were taken here between 2025 and 2026, and the wait is 14 weeks. The roads around Eastbourne include seafront routes with roundabouts, residential areas with parked cars, and approaches from the A22 with faster-moving traffic.
Eastbourne
6,031 tests taken · 14 week wait| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbourne | 56.2% | 54.8% | 50.2% | 55.4% | 6,031 | 14 weeks |