Driving Lessons in Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire's learner drivers have access to 32 driving schools and 156 independent driving instructors spread across the region. Schools average an excellent 4.7-star rating, with pricing typically ranging £35 to £45 per hour (averaging £39) where listed. Nearly half the schools offer automatic driving lessons and intensive courses, while female driving instructors are available at 5 schools, with 34 independent female driving instructors also operating across the county. Test centres show variation, from Louth's 53.9% pass rate down to Grimsby Coldwater's 42.8%.
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Top driving schools in Lincolnshire by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
Richard Harpham Driving School
Cheapest manual driving school in Lincolnshire.
Mr Mars driving school
Highest-rated manual driving school in Lincolnshire.
Proactive Driving
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Lincolnshire.
Cherry Driving School
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Lincolnshire.
Driving lessons in Lincolnshire
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Lincs Driving Solutions
Manual and automatic
Led by Carol Morley, a Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience and an ex-DVSA examiner who holds a BA in Coaching and Driver Education. Pay as you go at £39/hour for manual or £41/hour for automatic, or commit to a 10-hour block for £380. First 2 hours for beginners cost £73 together, with test car hire available for £100 on test day.
Learn2Drive.pro
Manual
Flexible pricing from £40/hour for standard lessons, with a 10-hour block at £390 and longer 2-hour slots at £75. Intensive courses available at £50/hour for learners with a test booked, plus Pass Plus courses at £240. Saturday lessons offered at premium rates (£60-£80 for 1.5-2 hours), with a free online theory test app and materials included in every course.
Digby Driving School
Manual
Two-hour lessons in a manual car at £40/hour, or £38/hour with a 10-hour block booking. New drivers get an introductory offer of £37.50/hour for their first two-hour lesson. A satisfaction guarantee means you can request a full refund after your first lesson if you're not comfortable with the instructor.
MSBG Driving School
Manual
Paul Jackson brings 34 years of driving instruction experience, including extensive international driver training across 33 countries and defensive driving qualifications. Intensive courses range from 10 to 49 hours (£370–£1,813), with flexible semi-intensive options spread over weeks or months to suit your pace. Free pick-up across Lincoln and surrounding areas, plus detailed lesson planning to maximise progress toward test day.
CK Driving School
Automatic
£42 per hour or £400 for 10 hours, with automatic driving lessons and intensive courses available. Instructor Catherine has helped multiple students pass first time, with testimonials praising her patient, flexible teaching style and dedication throughout the learning journey. Lessons are tailored to individual pace and confidence levels, making this a good fit for beginners seeking stress-free, personalized instruction.
Richard Harpham Driving School
Manual
Independent instructor with professional knowledge of local test routes and a patient teaching style. £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block booking, with pick-up from home, work, or college included. Intensive courses, refresher lessons, and Pass Plus courses also available.
Fast Forward Driving School
Manual
Grade A instructor Bill Dalby has run this independent school since 2005, offering lessons tailored to your pace in a friendly, relaxed environment. £35/hour or £320 for a 10-hour block, with beginners' first 5 hours at just £120. Semi-intensive courses, motorway tuition, and Pass Plus also available.
TLR Automatic Driving Tuition
Automatic
Grade A instructor ranked 24th out of 1,060 UK driving instructors on FreeIndex, with 480 five-star reviews out of 493 total. Lessons at £40/hour, £60 for 1.5 hours, or £80 for 2 hours in a dual-controlled Toyota Corolla Hybrid. Test day includes a one-hour pre-test lesson plus one hour of car use for your exam.
A1 Driver Training
Manual
RoSPA Gold Award holder with 38 years' ADI experience and a track record of first-time passes. Lessons focus on longer sessions (90 minutes at £63 or 2 hours at £84) to cover all test route areas efficiently, with mock tests included before the real thing. Block bookings available with full refunds on unused portions.
Pedro Loureiro Driving School
Manual
Multilingual instructor fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, and Polish, bringing 18+ years of teaching experience since relocating to Lincolnshire. £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block with 1 hour free, plus test car hire at £90. Emphasis on safe driving for life beyond the test, with an excellent first-time pass rate.
G-Drive Grimsby Driving School
Manual and automatic
£41/hour for manual lessons or £45/hour for automatic, with 10-hour blocks at £390 and £439 respectively. Patient instructors deliver structured lessons, and you'll use your instructor's car for both practice and your test. Pass Plus courses also available at £300 for the full programme.
Cherry Driving School
Manual and automatic
Established over 30 years ago, this school offers flexible lessons tailored to your learning style with both male and female instructors available. Pay as you go at £40/hour or save with a 10-hour block at £380, plus an introductory offer of £75 for your first two hours. They also provide test rescue mini courses, refresher lessons, theory support, and Pass Plus training for post-test drivers.
Learn Smart Driving School
Manual and automatic
Grade A instructors Mike and Steven bring extensive experience to automatic and manual lessons respectively, with Mike pioneering electric vehicle instruction in Lincoln since 2019. At £42/hour with block deals from £205 for 5 hours up to £780 for 20 hours, plus motorway and theory test tuition available, this school achieves a 9 out of 10 first-time pass rate. Free progress tracking via the MyDriveTime app and contactless payment options make booking straightforward.
1st Choice Driving School
Manual
Structured lesson planning with step-by-step syllabus guidance helps you understand exactly what to expect each week. £40/hour on weekdays or £385 for a 10-hour block, with flexible 1.5-hour and motorway options available. Pass Plus courses also on offer for those wanting advanced training.
Intensive Driving UK
Manual and automatic
Voted Best Driving School in North East Lincolnshire by Three Best Rated, this established multi-car school trains over 1,200 students annually with a high first-attempt pass rate. Hourly lessons start at £45 (1 hour), £67.50 (90 minutes), or £90 (2 hours), with a 10-hour block at £425 for savings on weekly sessions.
Driving Works
Manual
£40 per hour with block deals from £380 for 10 hours, plus a comprehensive 40-hour package at £1675 including theory and test booking. Modern cars with stall prevention systems and free door-to-door pick-up across Lincolnshire and Newark make this school particularly convenient for commuters. Beginner's special at £70 for two hours, and test car hire available for £100.
CSM Driving Tuition
Manual and automatic
Owner-run school with over 20 years' experience, built on reputation and word of mouth across Lincoln and surrounding areas. Lessons from £41/hour with flexible block deals (5 hours for £190, 10 hours for £380), plus test day car hire from £110 and Pass Plus courses at £240 for 6 hours. Instructors specialise in theory test training, motorway courses, and intensive tuition for learners at any level.
Proactive Driving
Manual and automatic
Founded by an ex-Traffic Police Officer, this school focuses on structured, one-to-one tuition with no student pickups during lessons to maximise learning time. Intensive courses start at 20 hours and run up to 40 hours, ideal for those wanting to complete training in one or two weeks. Sessions available in 1-hour, 90-minute, or 2-hour formats, with a reputation for high pass rates backed by positive customer reviews.
Marianne's Driving Tuition
Manual and automatic
Patient, calm instructor with a strong track record of first-time passes and flexible scheduling to fit around your life. Multiple testimonials highlight quick turnarounds, including one learner who passed within 10 hours after switching instructors, and another who passed a 4-day intensive course with only two minors. Air-conditioned dual-control vehicles and pickup from your chosen location make lessons convenient.
Wheelsby Driving School
Manual
Instructor Kevin Dyas holds the RoSPA Diploma in Advanced Driving Instruction and has passed the Institute of Advanced Motorists' Advanced Driving Test, bringing specialist credentials beyond standard training. A calm, professional approach creates a relaxed and encouraging learning environment. Pass Plus courses are also available alongside standard learner lessons.
Block booking
Best block deals in Lincolnshire
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £30.
How much do driving lessons cost in Lincolnshire?
Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 16 driving schools in Lincolnshire.
Intensive courses in Lincolnshire
Want to pass fast?
15 Lincolnshire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Lincolnshire Test Centres and Pass Rates
Across Lincolnshire's three centres, the choice partly comes down to whether you'd rather wait or not. Louth has the best pass rate at 54%, a bit above the 50% average across Great Britain. Grimsby Coldwater is the lowest at 43%, which is clearly below average, though its typical wait of about a month is the shortest around. Lincoln has the longest wait, about 3 months, and the best automatic pass rate nearby at 45%. That only puts it level with the national automatic pass rate, though. Most people will do best testing on the roads they've learned on, and Grimsby's low rate is a reason to make sure that's really where you feel at home.
Louth
740 tests taken · typical wait 2 monthsLincoln
6,192 tests taken · typical wait 3 monthsGrimsby Coldwater
5,361 tests taken · typical wait 1 month| Test Centre | Pass rate | Tests | Typical wait | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Manual | Automatic | |||
| Louth | 53.9% | 56.6% | 41.1% | 740 | 2 months |
| Lincoln | 52.1% | 54.5% | 44.5% | 6,192 | 3 months |
| Grimsby Coldwater | 42.8% | 45.0% | 35.9% | 5,361 | 1 month |