Driving Lessons in South West London

South West London offers 14 driving schools and 32 independent driving instructors, with schools averaging excellent 4.9-star ratings. Nine schools offer automatic driving lessons, and an impressive 12 offer intensive courses for accelerated learning. Prices range from £31 to £45 per hour (average £41), and 5 schools offer female driving instructors alongside 7 independent female driving instructors. No specific DVSA test centres are designated for this area.

£41
average price
14
driving schools
32
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Driving lessons in South West London

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Showing 1–20 of 46 driving schools and independent instructors in South West London.

Admire Driving School

Admire Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £37.50/hr12hrs for £450

Admire Driving School operates across South West London with instructors known for patient, clear teaching and high first-time pass rates. £37.50 per hour (2-hour minimum lessons) or £450 for 12-hour intensive courses, with no extra charges for evening or weekend bookings and discounted block deals available. Students consistently praise the structured approach and supportive instructors, with recent learners passing on their first attempt.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Malthouse Rd, Nine Elms, London SW11 7ATView school
Southside Driving Academy

Southside Driving Academy

Manual

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £400

South London-based school offering both intensive and beginner courses with a team approach to learning. Single lessons at £40/hour or a 10-lesson block for £400, with test day car hire available for £150.

IntensiveTest car available
58 Nine Elms Ln, Nine Elms, London SW8 5BBView school
Luso Driving School

Luso Driving School

Manual

5
From £42/hr10hrs for £410Save £10

Over a decade of ADI experience delivering manual lessons across South London, with flexible scheduling from morning to evening. Two-hour lessons at £84, or block deals from £410 for 10 hours up to £1,170 for 30 hours; motorway and Pass Plus courses also available. Pickup and dropoff included, with test day support (£180 for three hours including warm-up drive) at Mitcham, Morden, Bromley and Tolworth.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Speaks Portuguese
93 Clarence Cres, London SW4 8LEView school
Battersea Driving School

Battersea Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £430Save £20

£45/hour with substantial savings on block deals: 10 hours for £430, 20 hours for £840, or 40 hours for £1,600. Their intensive course covers 40 hours in four weeks for £1,999, while Pass Plus courses start at £50/hour or £280 for six hours. The school emphasises higher-quality instruction that gets learners test-ready in fewer total hours, ultimately reducing overall costs despite the hourly rate.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Queenstown Rd, Nine Elms, London SW8 4LPView school
Pimlico Driving School

Pimlico Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £430Save £20

Top-rated school in South West London with 16+ years' experience, emphasizing practical driving over classroom lectures to help students pass in fewer hours. £45/hour or from £430 for a 10-hour block (down to £40/hour on the 40-hour package), plus intensive courses at £1999 for 40 hours completed within 4 weeks. Free pick-up and drop-off across their coverage areas, with Pass Plus courses also available.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Rampayne St, Pimlico, London SW1V 2JAView school
Chelsea Academy Driving School

Chelsea Academy Driving School

Manual

4.992% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £400

A 92% pass rate school offering lessons at £40/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, with the first hour discounted to £20 when booking the full block. Motorway tuition, Pass Plus courses, and last-minute test booking are available, plus refresher lessons for full UK license holders at £50/hour.

Intensive
Chelsea Manor Court, 30 Chelsea Manor St, London SW3 5SBView school
Pimlico Driving School

Pimlico Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.9
From £45/hr10hrs for £430Save £20

Top-rated school across Central, South West, and South East London with highly experienced instructors who prioritize practical, hands-on teaching to get you test-ready in fewer hours. Lessons start at £45/hour (£90 for 2 hours), with block deals from £430 for 10 hours up to £1,600 for 40 hours, plus free pick-up and drop-off within covered areas. Intensive courses available at £1,999 for 40 hours completed within 6 weeks, alongside Pass Plus and mock test preparation.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
Unit 1, Ebury Edge, 43 Ebury Bridge Rd, London SW1W 8DXView school
Earlsfield School of Motoring

Earlsfield School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.6
From £45/hrBlock bookings available

Over 30 years in business with instructors Darren and Sarah earning consistent five-star reviews for their patience with nervous drivers. Standard lessons from £45/hour, or book 10 and get 1 free; test car hire from £135 (manual) or £142.50 (automatic) includes 1 hour pre-test tuition. Free home and work pick-ups, motorway lessons, and intensive courses available to suit your timeline.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
360 Garratt Ln, London SW18 4ESView school
Time Driving School South London

Time Driving School South London

Manual and automatic

4
From £31/hr10hrs for £300Save £10

Known for calming nervous drivers and building confidence quickly, with multiple instructors earning praise for patience and systematic teaching. £31/hour (£33 weekends/evenings) or £300 for a 10-hour block, plus Pass Plus courses at £175 including 6 hours and a DVLA certificate for insurance discounts.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
263 York Rd, London SW11 3QSView school
Glow Driving School

Glow Driving School

Manual and automatic

From £37.50/hr20hrs for £750

£37.50/hour with structured 2-hour lessons (£75) or block deals up to 20 hours (£750), plus intensive courses at £1,125 for 30+ hours over 1-2 weeks. Strong local pass rates across Morden and Tolworth test centres thanks to route-specific preparation on real Wimbledon roads, with modern dual-control cars and calm instruction tailored for nervous learners. Mock tests (£45) and test car hire (£140) available to boost exam readiness.

IntensiveTest car available
48 St George's Dr, Pimlico, London SW1V 4BUView school
Chelsea & Kensington Elite School of Motoring

Chelsea & Kensington Elite School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

5

Chelsea & Kensington Elite School of Motoring focuses on building confident drivers through structured lessons tailored to individual pace, with flexible scheduling to fit busy lifestyles. The school offers a full range of services including mock tests, theory support, and Pass Plus courses alongside standard lessons. Pricing details are unavailable on the current website, but contact them directly for rates and to book your first lesson.

IntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Old Brompton Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 3QAView school
BNM School of Automatic Driving

BNM School of Automatic Driving

Automatic

583% pass rate

83% pass rate across over 4,500 intensive courses, with £80 for a two-hour lesson. Mock tests and emergency test car hire available for learners preparing for their test at Mitcham, Morden, Tolworth, or West Wickham centres. Students consistently praise the patient, supportive instructors who help nervous learners feel comfortable and confident on the road.

IntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Fulham Rd., London SW3 6SBView school
Noel & Michelle's Driving School

Noel & Michelle's Driving School

Manual

5
Edith Yard, London SW10 0LBView school
DrivePort Driving School

DrivePort Driving School

Manual

London SW1W 8BBView school

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Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in South West London?

Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.

Typical
£41
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £40
3
£40–45
7

Based on prices from 10 driving schools in South West London.

Intensive courses in South West London

Want to pass fast?

12 South West London schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

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