Driving Lessons in London

London's driving scene includes 597 driving schools and 1,612 independent driving instructors, offering enormous choice across the capital's many boroughs and neighbourhoods. Automatic driving lessons are available at 368 schools, while 124 schools offer female driving instructors and there are 323 independent female driving instructors. Lesson prices vary widely from £22 to £65 per hour, averaging £39, and 304 schools offer intensive courses. With 34 test centres across the region, pass rates range dramatically from 36.3% at Barking (Tanner Street) to 58.7% at Sidcup, so location matters when booking your test.

£39
average price
596
driving schools
1,602
independent instructors
33
test centres

Driving lessons in London

596 driving schools and 1,602 independent instructors.

Don't mind who teaches you?

Fill in the form and we'll find an available instructor.

1,602 instructors across London · Free · Takes less than a minute

Showing 181–200 of 2,198 driving schools and independent instructors in London.

Matt's Driving School

Matt's Driving School

Manual

5
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

Over 20 years' experience with a Grade A instructor who prioritises pass rates over profit. £35/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, plus motorway lessons at £95 and a test package at £85 including car hire and full insurance. First lesson just £25.

IntensiveTest car available
110 Aragon Rd, Morden SM4 4QQView school
KK Driving School Edgware

KK Driving School Edgware

Manual and automatic

5
From £37/hr20hrs for £700Save £40

Grade A instructor and former DVSA driving examiner with over 10 years' experience. Weekday lessons from £37/hour, with 10-hour blocks at £340 and 20-hour blocks at £700; weekend intensive courses available at £800 for 20 hours. Test car hire includes a pre-test lesson and use of the vehicle for £150.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
298 Camrose Ave, Edgware HA8 6AQView school
GoDrive

GoDrive

Manual and automatic

590% pass rate
From £37.50/hr10hrs for £350Save £25

90% first-time pass rate with competitive pricing starting at £37.50 per hour for learner lessons, or £350 for a 10-hour block. Intensive courses span 5-7 days and include test car hire plus fast-track test booking, with options from £592 for 10 hours up to £1,792 for 40 hours. Pick-up and drop-off from home, office, or college included.

IntensiveTest car available
Gaverick Mews, Westferry Rd, London E14 3ALView school
Pass Mee

Pass Mee

Manual and automatic

5
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

Pass Mee focuses on getting learners to pass first time with fewer lessons, offering competitive pricing at £38/hour for manual or £40/hour for automatic. Block book 10+ hours and save 10% (£370 for 10 manual lessons, £390 for 10 automatic), plus test car hire available at £130 including an hour's tuition. Intensive courses, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses round out a comprehensive offering across six West London boroughs.

IntensiveTest car available
7 Burlington Gardens, Chiswick, London W4 4LTView school
Exceptional Driving School

Exceptional Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Competitive rates starting at £40/hour with flexible scheduling to fit busy lifestyles. Block bookings of 10 hours cost £380, while intensive courses run £750 for 20 hours or £975 for 30 hours, with test car hire available for £200 including a 2-hour lesson. Testimonials highlight patient, tailored instruction for absolute beginners through test-ready learners, plus Pass Plus and motorway tuition on offer.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
183 Wood St, London E17 3NUView school
A Plus Driving School

A Plus Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £35/hr10hrs for £350

One-to-one lessons with both male and female instructors at £35/hour, or £350 for a 10-hour block. Known for building confidence in nervous learners with a high pass rate and strong customer testimonials praising the supportive teaching approach.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
14 Union Rd, London E17 8DFView school
Filby Driver Training

Filby Driver Training

Manual

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Operating since 2011 with 11 years of experience, Darren Filby has built a reputation on patient, individualised tuition and a 100% five-star review rating across Google and Facebook. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with test day car use at £100; motorway training (3-4 hours) costs £170, and over 80% of business comes from referrals.

Test car available
Ellerdine Rd, Hounslow TW3 2PXView school
British School of Driving

British School of Driving

Manual and automatic

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

Competitive block pricing from £40 per hour (10-hour blocks at £390) with flexible options ranging from 2 to 40 hours, plus intensive courses available. Test car hire from £130 depending on location, and Pass Plus courses also on offer. Instructors praised for being calm, patient, and professional across beginner, refresher, and advanced lessons.

IntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
London E15 1JDView school
Purple Driving School

Purple Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £38/hr10hrs for £365Save £15

5-star rated instructors across South London and Surrey with specialist support for nervous drivers. Standard lessons from £36-£39 per hour, or save with 10-hour blocks at £360-£370; intensive courses from £270 for 2 days up to £1,620 for 4 weeks. Test day car hire available at £145.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
31 Tirrell Rd, Croydon CR0 2XDView school
Top Drive London

Top Drive London

Manual and automatic

590% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £375Save £25

Over 90% first-time pass rate with instructors established since 2003, particularly known for working patiently with nervous and first-time learners. £40/hour or £375 for a 10-hour block, with test car hire from £150 including pre-test tuition and return journey. Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons also available.

IntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Speaks Turkish
1 Park Ave, Enfield EN1 2HJView school
LDN Drive

LDN Drive

Automatic

5
From £35/hr20hrs for £660Save £40

Senior instructors with 15+ years' experience, some of whom have trained other driving instructors to ADI standard. A high first-time pass rate backed by 100+ students passed and consistent 5-star reviews. Lessons start at £35/hour, with block deals from £340 for 10 hours down to £33/hour for 20-hour packages.

Intensive
Redbridge Ln E, Ilford IG4 5BQView school
3R Driving School

3R Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £330Save £70

Specialises in manual driving instruction with experience training civil engineering professionals and those seeking career-ready skills for logistics and transport roles. £40/hour or £70 for 2-hour lessons; 10-hour blocks at £330 and 20-hour blocks at £650 include free pick-up and drop-off. Particularly good with nervous drivers and the elderly, with test car available and six-day-a-week scheduling.

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
112 Mayesbrook Rd, Ilford IG3 9PJView school
Connect Driving School

Connect Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.9(190)
From £37.50/hr10hrs for £360Save £15

Over 3,000 students have passed with Connect, backed by a 5.0 rating across 801 reviews. Single lessons from £37.50/hour, 10-hour blocks at £360, or 30-hour intensive courses at £1,200; NHS and student discounts available on 6-hour packages. Winter offer: first lesson just £14.99 when booking two lessons together.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
Burritt Rd, Kingston upon Thames KT1 3HPView school
Louis D Driving School

Louis D Driving School

Manual

4.9
From £30/hr10hrs for £280Save £20

Specialist in manual driving lessons at competitive prices, with lessons available 7 days a week and a proven track record of high pass rates. £30 per hour or £280 for a 10-hour block booking, plus intensive courses at £300 for 10 hours. Mock tests and Pass Plus courses also available.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
182 Parsloes Ave, Dagenham RM9 5QBView school
Mary Driving School

Mary Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.9
From £35/hr10hrs for £345Save £5

BTEC Level 4 qualified instructors with specialist coaching credentials from the Tri-Coaching Partnership. £70 for 2-hour lessons or £345 for a 10-hour block booking, with test car hire from £130 for 2 hours. Known for patient, personalised instruction including motorway training, nervous driver support, and defensive driving techniques.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
35 Kingsley Rd, Hounslow TW3 1PAView school
Good Luck Driving School

Good Luck Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.995% pass rate
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

95% first-time pass rate with most learners passing in 15-20 hours. £35/hour for 2-hour lessons, or £340 for a 10-hour block booking; intensive courses from £340 for 10 hours over 5 days. Multi-lingual instruction in English, German, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi, with test car hire available for £120.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Speaks German, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi
33 Rawnsley Ave, Mitcham CR4 4BSView 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
Hendon School of Motoring

Hendon School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.9
From £38/hr10hrs for £350Save £30

40 years in driver training with a strong reputation for high pass rates and specialization in local test routes. Manual lessons at £38/hour or £350 for a 10-hour block, automatic at £43/hour; all lessons use 100% electric cars. Free theory training, mock tests, and personalized progress tracking included.

EveningsWeekends
26 Station Rd, London NW4 4PZView 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
Albert Driving School

Albert Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.9
From £40/hr10hrs for £370Save £30

Albert Driving School offers competitive pricing with standard manual lessons from £60 for 1.5 hours or £370 for a 10-hour block, plus intensive courses starting at £265 for 5 hours. Students praise the instructor's patience and positive teaching style, with several testimonials highlighting first-time passes and confidence-building support. Test car hire is available for £140 (manual) or £150 (automatic) as a package of 1-hour lessons before your test.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
105 E India Way, Croydon CR0 6NZView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in London?

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

Typical
£40
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
£20–25
1
£25–30
12
£30–35
30
£35–40
139
£40–45
101
£45–50
37
£50–55
13
£55+
5

Based on prices from 338 driving schools in London.

Intensive courses in London

Want to pass fast?

304 London schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

London Test Centres and Pass Rates

London's 33 test centres handled 326,928 tests between 2025 and 2026, with an average pass rate of 48.6%. Sidcup stands out with a 58.7% pass rate for both men and women, while automatic drivers there achieved 56.7%, though you'll wait 18 weeks. The roads around central London centres include tight residential streets, complex junction layouts and heavy traffic, while outer areas like Bromley and West Wickham offer wider suburban roads and better sightlines. Barking on Tanner Street recorded the lowest pass rate at 36.3%, with women at 34.3% and men at 37.5%, though automatic drivers only managed 33.4%. Enfield on Brancroft Way has just a 2 week wait but saw only 362 tests, while Pinner, Barnet and Hornchurch all demand 23 week waits.

59%

Sidcup (London)

14,318 tests taken · 18 week wait
Women58.7%
Men58.7%
Automatic56.7%
54%

Enfield (Innova Business Park)

8,412 tests taken · 20 week wait
Women52.3%
Men55.0%
Automatic50.0%
54%

Tolworth (London)

10,164 tests taken · 10 week wait
Women51.0%
Men55.8%
Automatic49.9%
53%

Bromley (London)

13,228 tests taken · 9 week wait
Women49.5%
Men56.0%
Automatic51.0%
53%

Chertsey (London)

9,082 tests taken · 16 week wait
Women51.9%
Men53.8%
Automatic47.3%
53%

Yeading (London)

6,735 tests taken · 13 week wait
Women50.0%
Men54.0%
Automatic51.9%
52%

Uxbridge (London)

6,051 tests taken · 12 week wait
Women49.2%
Men54.1%
Automatic50.3%
52%

West Wickham (London)

12,249 tests taken · 11 week wait
Women52.1%
Men51.2%
Automatic50.8%
52%

Erith (London)

5,809 tests taken · 7 week wait
Women51.1%
Men52.0%
Automatic50.4%
51%

Hendon (London)

11,086 tests taken · 11 week wait
Women47.4%
Men54.3%
Automatic51.0%

Areas in London