Driving Lessons in Greater Manchester
From £25/hr·Average £37/hr
Greater Manchester's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Greater Manchester
177 schools
Astra Driving School
£35/hour for pay-as-you-go lessons, or £330 for a 10-hour block with no hidden charges. A 5.0-rated Google school with a market-leading first-time pass rate, offering individual syllabuses tailored to each learner's pace and a guaranteed pass package (up to 45 hours plus two test attempts) for £1,950 including test car hire. Pass Plus courses also available at £300 for 6 hours covering motorways, dual carriageways, and night driving.£35/hour for pay-as-you-go lessons, or £330 for a 10-hour block with no hidden charges. A 5.0-rated Google school with a market-leading first-time pass rate,...
Darz Driving School
Competitive pricing across all lesson types with substantial savings on block bookings—10-hour automatic packages at £325 (down from £350) and manual lessons at the same rate. Test day car hire available for £100, plus intensive courses ranging from 10 to 40 hours starting at £550.Competitive pricing across all lesson types with substantial savings on block bookings—10-hour automatic packages at £325 (down from £350) and manual lessons at...
MoveOff Driving School
Instructor Bahjat Noor stands out for consistently helping learners pass on their first attempt, with multiple five-star reviews praising her patience and ability to break down complex techniques into manageable steps. Intensive courses run from 6 to 40 hours starting at £450, with standard lessons at £35/hour (manual) or £37/hour (automatic), plus 10-hour block deals at £320 or £350. Well-maintained training vehicles and flexible scheduling make this school particularly welcoming for nervous beginners.Instructor Bahjat Noor stands out for consistently helping learners pass on their first attempt, with multiple five-star reviews praising her patience and...
Rowland School of Motoring
Over 30 years' experience with a first-time pass rate well above the 48% national average. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-lesson block, with test car use included at no extra charge. Independent instructor with unrivalled local knowledge of Sale, Urmston, Timperley, Flixton and Stretford test routes.Over 30 years' experience with a first-time pass rate well above the 48% national average. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-lesson block, with test car use included at...
Craig Baker Driver Training
HGV training specialists who also offer car driving lessons with 8 years' experience across Wigan, Leyland, Chorley and Preston. A pass rate over 20% above the national average sets them apart, backed by DIA membership and recognition as a top-3 driving school locally. Modern fleet of manual and automatic vehicles, plus young driver lessons for ages 16 and under.HGV training specialists who also offer car driving lessons with 8 years' experience across Wigan, Leyland, Chorley and Preston. A pass rate over 20% above the...
Gary Hart Driving School
A former police advanced driver brings professional expertise to this family-run school, offering £40/hour lessons or £360 for a 10-hour block (saving 10%). New pupils get their first four lessons for £90, with Pass Plus courses available to help reduce insurance premiums after passing.A former police advanced driver brings professional expertise to this family-run school, offering £40/hour lessons or £360 for a 10-hour block (saving 10%). New...
Longsight Driving School
£35 per 2-hour lesson with block deals from £199 (6 hours) up to £1,240 (40 hours), plus free test car use when you book regular lessons. A 95% pass rate across 1,000+ students, with four instructors including a 92% first-time pass specialist and patient automatic instructor for nervous drivers. Seven-day-a-week availability with flexible scheduling around work and study.£35 per 2-hour lesson with block deals from £199 (6 hours) up to £1,240 (40 hours), plus free test car use when you book regular lessons. A 95% pass rate across...
All About Driving
Competitive weekday rates at £38/hour (£40 evenings and weekends) with both male and female instructors available. Intensive courses priced at £37/hour, plus trailer training at £40/hour if you have your own vehicle.Competitive weekday rates at £38/hour (£40 evenings and weekends) with both male and female instructors available. Intensive courses priced at £37/hour, plus...
Pass It Quick
Intensive driving courses designed to get you test-ready in days rather than months, with options ranging from 10 to 40 hours and prices from £675 (manual) or £775 (automatic). Complete novices through test-ready learners can find a tailored package, including custom courses based on a £35 assessment session. Students must pass a mock test to use the school's car for their practical test.Intensive driving courses designed to get you test-ready in days rather than months, with options ranging from 10 to 40 hours and prices from £675 (manual) or...
SW Driving School
Students consistently pass first time with zero or minimal faults under instructor Syed Essa, who's known for making complex maneuvers straightforward through a unique teaching style. The school combines classroom instruction with hands-on training covering defensive driving, traffic laws, and road safety. Contact them directly for pricing and course options.Students consistently pass first time with zero or minimal faults under instructor Syed Essa, who's known for making complex maneuvers straightforward through a...
Impulse Drive
£36/hour starting rate with flexible options including 10-hour blocks at £330-£350 and intensive courses from £465 to £2,995 for unlimited lessons. A 93% first-time pass rate across 5,000+ trained students, backed by 5.0 Google reviews. Pick-and-drop service available with tailored lessons designed around your learning needs.£36/hour starting rate with flexible options including 10-hour blocks at £330-£350 and intensive courses from £465 to £2,995 for unlimited lessons. A 93%...
Anibabs EasyPass
Operating in Manchester for over 8 years with a standout 96% first-time pass rate. Patient instructors guide nervous drivers and learners of all abilities through flexible lessons seven days a week, with modern dual-control cars available for your test day. Intensive courses, weekly lessons, and refresher training all offered at affordable rates.Operating in Manchester for over 8 years with a standout 96% first-time pass rate. Patient instructors guide nervous drivers and learners of all abilities...
Drive 4 Pass Driving School
SMH Driving School Manchester
Structured one-to-one lessons at £38/hour, with block deals from £359 for 10 hours up to £1,349 for 40 hours. Intensive courses available at competitive rates, plus free theory and hazard perception support, motorway lessons, and Pass Plus courses. Flexible scheduling with home, work, and college pick-up and drop-off included.Structured one-to-one lessons at £38/hour, with block deals from £359 for 10 hours up to £1,349 for 40 hours. Intensive courses available at competitive rates,...
Oaks Driving School
Grade A instructor with 40+ years driving experience and 20 years with Greater Manchester Police, plus IAM and DIA membership. £38/hour for single lessons, or £330 for a 5 × 2-hour package (£66 per lesson) — all prices include vehicle hire and fuel. Majority of students pass first time in a 2025 Lexus LBX Takumi.Grade A instructor with 40+ years driving experience and 20 years with Greater Manchester Police, plus IAM and DIA membership. £38/hour for single lessons, or...
Dropthel Driving School
Operating across Oldham and Warrington with flexible scheduling from early morning to late evening, including Saturday afternoons. No pricing or instructor details are visible on the homepage — contact directly or check the booking system for rates and availability.Operating across Oldham and Warrington with flexible scheduling from early morning to late evening, including Saturday afternoons. No pricing or instructor...
Learning Kerb Driver Training
Founded by Martin Norry, a former commercial driver who transitioned into professional instruction, this school combines real-world driving experience with a purpose-built training centre featuring classroom facilities and a dedicated practice road for hazard awareness. The ethos centres on patience, practice, persistence and professionalism—values reflected in student success—with 2-hour introductory lessons available to get you started.Founded by Martin Norry, a former commercial driver who transitioned into professional instruction, this school combines real-world driving experience with a...
Suja Driving School
£25/hour with substantial block discounts—save up to 41% on a 15-hour regular course (£495) or 28% on intensive packages. Multiple course types (regular, crash, speedster, and guaranteed pass) cater to different timelines, and test day car hire is available for £100. Strong student reviews highlight patient, personable instructors who deliver first-time passes.£25/hour with substantial block discounts—save up to 41% on a 15-hour regular course (£495) or 28% on intensive packages. Multiple course types (regular, crash,...
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Greater Manchester Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 14 nearby test centres
Great Yarmouth's single centre at Lowestoft handled 4,921 tests between 2024 and 2025, achieving 46.1% with virtually identical performance for men and women (46.1% and 46% respectively). The Norfolk Broads location brings unique challenges with narrow country lanes, seaside traffic congestion during summer months, and A47 dual carriageway work, while the coastal winds can affect learner confidence. Automatic drivers managed 39.6%, reflecting how the varied rural and urban mix requires good adaptability regardless of transmission type.
Bolton (Manchester)
11,879 tests takenWarrington
6,124 tests takenBredbury (Manchester)
9,946 tests takenWest Didsbury (Manchester)
17,196 tests takenMacclesfield
4,910 tests takenSale (Manchester)
9,977 tests takenChorley
5,257 tests takenBlackburn with Darwen
8,885 tests takenChadderton
12,454 tests takenAtherton (Manchester)
7,690 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton (Manchester) | 53.1% | 59.9% | 51.0% | 56.7% | 11,879 |
| Warrington | 52.2% | 58.2% | 48.2% | 55.3% | 6,124 |
| Bredbury (Manchester) | 51.4% | 56.4% | 47.4% | 54.2% | 9,946 |
| West Didsbury (Manchester) | 48.7% | 52.9% | 45.9% | 50.9% | 17,196 |
| Macclesfield | 49.1% | 50.6% | 44.7% | 49.9% | 4,910 |
| Sale (Manchester) | 45.8% | 52.0% | 44.2% | 49.1% | 9,977 |
| Chorley | 49.2% | 47.6% | 40.5% | 48.3% | 5,257 |
| Blackburn with Darwen | 45.6% | 49.7% | 47.7% | 47.8% | 8,885 |
| Chadderton | 41.5% | 48.0% | 37.7% | 44.9% | 12,454 |
| Atherton (Manchester) | 43.9% | 44.8% | 39.4% | 44.4% | 7,690 |