Driving Lessons in Manchester

Manchester's driving instruction landscape includes 71 schools alongside 40 independent driving instructors, providing extensive options across the city. Pricing spans £25 to £49.99 per hour, with schools averaging £36, notably lower than many UK regions. Automatic driving lessons are offered by 46 schools, while 16 schools have female driving instructors and there are 6 independent female driving instructors. The city's schools achieve an excellent 4.9-star average rating, and 48 offer intensive courses. Test centres across Greater Manchester show considerable variation, with Bolton at 56.7% significantly outperforming Bury's 40.3%.

£36
average price
71
driving schools
40
independent instructors
9
test centres

Driving schools and instructors in Manchester

Showing 4160 of 71
SDM Automatic & Manual Driving School

SDM Automatic & Manual Driving School

4.7(25)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

8 years' experience with 5-star reviews and a first-time pass student on record. £35/hour or flexible block deals from £160 for 5 hours up to £660 for 20 hours, plus mock tests and pre-test assessments to build confidence. Calm, supportive instruction for nervous drivers and beginners, with expertise in Manchester's roads and test routes.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
84, Brookway Court, Bideford Dr, Wythenshawe, Manchester M23 0GLView school
Ethos Driving School

Ethos Driving School

4.6(80)
From £37/hr10hrs for £330Save £40

£37/hour for manual lessons, or £330 for a 10-hour block—with a student discount bringing hourly rates down to £35. Ethos emphasizes intensive courses designed to keep learners fully engaged and progressing through each stage with clarity, backed by local test-route knowledge and personalised feedback for every session.

ManualIntensive
Grandale St, Manchester M14 5WGView school
Go 2 Pass

Go 2 Pass

4.5(173)80% pass rate
From £32/hr10hrs for £240Save £80

Over 1,000 first-time test passes with an 80% pass rate across practical and theory tests. Standard lessons at £32/hour, or £24/hour for new learners taking the first 10 hours for £240 (manual) or £380 (automatic). Free theory training included with all bookings, plus intensive courses available for those needing to pass quickly.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Unit 114, The business Centre, The court Yard, 17 Redhill St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 5BAView school
SM Driving School

SM Driving School

From £35/hr40hrs for £1600

Patient teaching style focused on nervous learners and first-time drivers, with instructors who know real driving test routes across the local area. £35/hour for individual lessons, or intensive courses from £250 for 5 hours up to £1,600 for 40 hours, with discounted block booking rates available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
Grasmere Cres, Eccles, Manchester M30 8DGView school
Passers Hub Driving School

Passers Hub Driving School

From £35/hr10hrs for £350

Rated 5.0 by learners with a confidence-first approach and structured lesson plans across three locations. £35–£40 per hour depending on location and transmission type, or £350–£380 for 10-hour block bookings; intensive courses from £799 and test rescue packages from £350. Mock test preparation and real route practice included in every lesson.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
Hulme, Howbrook, Manchester, Walk M15 6GBView school
Jason and Mel's School of Motoring

Jason and Mel's School of Motoring

From £39/hrBlock bookings available

Family-run school with 38 years' combined experience offering flexible lesson lengths to suit your pace—£39 for 60 minutes, £58 for 90 minutes, or £78 for 2 hours. Test day includes a mandatory 130-minute lesson plus car use for £80, and Pass Plus courses are available at £240 for 6 hours. Free Theory Test Pro software access helps you prepare for both theory and hazard perception.

ManualEveningsWeekendsFemale InstructorsTest car available
15 Gilwood Grove, Middleton, Manchester M24 6THView school
Beaufort Driving School

Beaufort Driving School

From £33/hr10hrs for £310Save £20

Known for working particularly well with nervous drivers, Jonathon brings 16 years of experience and a structured, enjoyable teaching approach. £33/hour or £310 for a 10-hour block at £31/hour, with motorway tuition and Pass Plus courses also available. The training car is a brand new Skoda Fabia with dual controls and sat nav for added confidence.

ManualIntensive
5 Beaufort St, Eccles, Manchester M30 8DLView school
Anibabs EasyPass

Anibabs EasyPass

5(342)96% pass rate

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.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
Nepaul Rd, Manchester M9 4EAView school
SW Driving School

SW Driving School

5(299)

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.

Manual
8 Ollier Ave, Levenshulme, Manchester M12 5SUView school
Drive Elite

Drive Elite

5(189)

Family-run school with 25 years' experience focused on first-time passes through tailored weekly lessons and intensive courses. All instructors are qualified, and the team emphasises friendly, patient instruction across all areas.

ManualIntensive
Ely Ave, Stretford, Manchester M32 9TTView school
Taz Driving School

Taz Driving School

5(161)
Block bookings available

Taz Driving School emphasises relaxed, patient instruction using the latest teaching techniques, with all instructors motivated to help nervous learners build confidence quickly. Door-to-door pickup from home, school, college or work is included, making it easy to fit lessons around your schedule. Pass Plus courses available at £240 for manual lessons; call for a personal quotation on hourly rates and block booking deals.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
11 Broadmeadow Ave, Manchester M16 8GSView school
Learn and Drive

Learn and Drive

5(132)
Block bookings available

More than 5 years of professional driving instructor experience with a focus on high pass rates and flexible scheduling. Block booking discounts available for both manual and automatic lessons, plus free progress reports to track your learning throughout the course.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
26 Blue Moon Way, Manchester M14 7SHView school
Pass It Quick

Pass It Quick

5(117)
10hrs for £675

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.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
138 Droylsden Rd, Audenshaw, Manchester M34 5SJView school
Pro Driver Academy

Pro Driver Academy

5(57)
10hrs for £499

Money-back guarantee and fast-tracked intensive courses designed to get you test-ready quickly, with flexible scheduling across 6 to 30 hours. Courses range from £300 for 6 hours up to £1,380 for 30 hours, with discounted block deals like 10 hours for £499. Multiple positive reviews highlight instructors' calm teaching style and high first-time pass rates.

ManualIntensive
Bartle House, 9 Oxford Ct, Manchester M2 3WQView school
Gear Up Manchester

Gear Up Manchester

5(29)
Block bookings available

Family-rooted driving school with a 5-star reputation offering intensive courses from £488 (6 hours) to £2210 (48 hours), plus Pass Plus training at £240 for 6 hours. Complimentary progress reports track your development, with motorway lessons and refresher courses also available alongside theory training assistance.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
4 Citizens Pl, Manchester M14 7GSView school
Motorvate Driving School

Motorvate Driving School

5(17)

Established in 1995, this school specialises in nervous and beginner learners, with particular experience supporting disabled and convicted drivers. Flexible scheduling around work and college, plus intensive courses available, with pickup and dropoff at different locations. One instructor builds relationships throughout your learning journey.

ManualIntensive
Hyde Rd, Manchester M18 7LNView school
Manchester Driver Training

Manchester Driver Training

5

Large multi-instructor school covering all postcodes across Manchester, Stockport and Cheshire with extensive course options including intensive courses, motorway lessons, and specialist training for nervous drivers. Female instructors available for both manual and automatic lessons, plus Pass Plus courses and test car hire. Pricing varies by area; contact for specific rates.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Suite 23, 792 Wilmslow Rd, Didsbury, Manchester M20 6UGView school
MCR Driving School

MCR Driving School

5
Block bookings available

Known for a high pass rate with patient, encouraging instructors who welcome nervous learners. Free mock tests included in every lesson, plus special introductory offers for beginners and block booking discounts available.

Manual
4 Blaydon Cl, Levenshulme, Manchester M19 3PBView school
Carolyn Beesley School of Driving

Carolyn Beesley School of Driving

5
Block bookings available

Known for building confidence in nervous learners—some students who never thought they'd pass have achieved first-time success. With 2 years' experience at BSM before setting up independently in 2007, the instructor offers completely tailored lessons at your own pace, plus motorway tuition, theory test coaching, and Pass Plus courses. Block booking discounts available.

ManualFemale Instructors
50 Darley St, Stretford, Manchester M32 0PWView school
Muzaf Driving School

Muzaf Driving School

5
5hrs for £25

Flexible block deals from £25 for 5 hours up to £150 for 50 hours, with no hidden charges and a high pass rate across hundreds of satisfied customers. Patient, experienced instructors including female tutors deliver one-to-one training in modern dual-brake vehicles. Reviews highlight their clear teaching methods and ability to build confidence in nervous learners.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
11 Bradstock Rd, Manchester M16 7GJView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Manchester?

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

Typical
£37
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
£25–30
1
£30–35
6
£35–40
34
£40–45
5
£45–50
1

Based on prices from 47 driving schools in Manchester.

Intensive courses in Manchester

Want to pass fast?

48 Manchester schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Manchester Test Centres and Pass Rates

The gender split varied dramatically across centres, with women achieving just 37.9% in Rochdale but 53.1% in Bolton, while men ranged from 43.7% in Rochdale to 59.9% in Bolton. Manchester's complex urban road network of tram lines, bus lanes and busy roundabouts proves challenging, with Bolton performing best at 56.7% thanks to its more manageable suburban routes compared to inner-city locations. Rochdale struggled most at 41.2%, likely due to its steep hill starts and narrow Victorian-era streets around the town centre. 89,700 tests were conducted across all 8 centres between 2024 and 2025, with automatic learners achieving rates from 35.2% in Rochdale to 51% in Bolton.

57%

Bolton (Manchester)

11,879 tests taken
Women53.1%
Men59.9%
Automatic51.0%
54%

Bredbury (Manchester)

9,946 tests taken
Women51.4%
Men56.4%
Automatic47.4%
51%

West Didsbury (Manchester)

17,196 tests taken
Women48.7%
Men52.9%
Automatic45.9%
49%

Sale (Manchester)

9,977 tests taken
Women45.8%
Men52.0%
Automatic44.2%
45%

Chadderton

12,454 tests taken
Women41.5%
Men48.0%
Automatic37.7%
44%

Atherton (Manchester)

7,690 tests taken
Women43.9%
Men44.8%
Automatic39.4%
44%

Cheetham Hill (Manchester)

10,768 tests taken
Women39.0%
Men48.0%
Automatic40.9%
41%

Rochdale (Manchester)

9,790 tests taken
Women37.9%
Men43.7%
Automatic35.2%
40%

Bury (Manchester)

8,136 tests taken
Women38.4%
Men41.5%
Automatic35.5%

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