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
Top driving schools in London by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
London School of Driving
Cheapest manual driving school in London.
Yas Driving School Mill Hill
Highest-rated manual driving school in London.
Yas Driving School Mill Hill
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in London.
Yas Driving School Mill Hill
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in London.
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Surrey Driving School
Manual
Known for working with nervous learners, this school has built a reputation on patience and clear instruction, with over 80% of pupils coming through recommendations. £44/hour or £420 for a 10-hour block, plus Pass Plus courses at £300 and test day car hire at £100 including a pre-test lesson.
Nesa Driving School
Manual and automatic
Over 40 students passed in the last 2 years with instructors praised for patience and clear teaching. Automatic driving lessons at £47.50/hour, or £279.99 for 6 hours and £449.99 for 10 hours. Open 7 days a week, 8am to 8pm, with flexible scheduling across NW and W London.
1stime Pass Driving School
Automatic
Specialises in nervous and anxious drivers, with an instructor who observes 80% of his pupils on test to stay current with examiner standards and local routes. £41/hour for single lessons or £400 for a 10-hour block, with full 2-hour lessons included and no evening or weekend surcharges. Mock tests, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses also available.
DBS Driving School
Manual and automatic
Experienced instructors with excellent pass rates and a focus on practical test advice from day one. Lessons start at £37/hour with 10-hour block deals at £350, plus refresher courses and Pass Plus training available to reduce insurance costs by up to 30%.
Dave Pester Driving School
Manual
Known for a calm, relaxed teaching style that helps nervous learners stay confident through test day. £40/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with test day car use included for £100. Every pupil gets a free progress-tracking app and lessons with no mileage limits, so you spend maximum time actually driving.
AZ School of Motoring
Automatic
AZ School of Motoring has helped over 74 students pass their driving tests in East London, with instructors who focus on building confidence through personalised tuition. Automatic lessons start from £35/hour with block booking discounts available, plus intensive courses, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses on offer. All instruction takes place in regularly maintained Toyota Yaris cars with dual controls.
G-Motion Driving School
Automatic
Founded by Gary Johnson with over 30 years of professional driving experience, G-Motion specialises in automatic driving lessons for beginners and nervous drivers across Lewisham and Catford. Two-hour lessons at £76 (or £70 for students), 10-hour blocks at £360 (£330 for students), and 40-hour intensive courses at £1,400 deliver practical, confidence-building instruction tailored to your pace. Pass Plus courses also available to help reduce insurance premiums after passing.
Licence 2 Skills
Manual
Szabi brings 17 years of manual driving instruction across South West London, teaching exclusively in structured 2-hour blocks with a calm, methodical approach. Lessons focus on honest feedback and clear progression, whether you're a nervous first-time learner or returning to the road after time away. £28/hour or £50 for a 2-hour lesson, with Pass Plus courses also available.
Extra Mile Driving School
Manual and automatic
£40/hour for single lessons or £380 for a 10-hour block, with test vehicle hire available at £120. Calm and safety-focused approach particularly suited to anxious drivers, offering pick-up and drop-off service across Richmond and surrounding areas. Pass Plus courses (£280 full course) and intensive block bookings available for those needing to progress quickly.
Capital School of Motoring
Automatic
Automatic specialist in East London with a Client Centered System that balances support with challenge to build confidence. Nervous drivers particularly welcome. Lessons from £35/hour, with block deals at £320 for 10 hours or £650 for 20 hours, plus intensive courses available.
OOM Driving School
Manual
Specializes in intensive courses designed for quick learners, with a 30-hour package at £999 and standard lessons from £35/hour. Pickup and drop-off service included, plus test day vehicle hire from £150, backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee and 4.9-star rating.
REDL Driving School
Manual
Grade A instructor with a very high first-time pass rate and 30+ years' experience since 1993. Single lessons at £39 or £78 for double sessions, with a 10-lesson block at £380; test day includes a pre-test lesson, school car hire, and return home for £100. Professional but relaxed teaching style using iPad support and structured syllabus planning, with Pass Plus courses also available.
Mrs T's Driving School
Manual
£40 per hour with block bookings from £195 for 5 hours or £390 for 10 hours. Test day includes a one-hour lesson, pick-up and drop-off for £100. Manual lessons only in the Havering area.
S.London Driving School
Manual and automatic
Multiple five-star reviews highlight an instructor known for settling anxiety and building confidence, with several students passing first time after 20-24 lessons. Daytime lessons from £48/hour or £450 for a 10-hour block; evenings and weekends at £55/hour or £520 for 10 hours. Test day car hire costs £145, with mock tests available at £144 for a full 3-hour session including pickup, introduction, and debrief.
SDWA Driving School
Manual and automatic
£37/hour for automatic lessons on weekdays, or £350 for a 10-hour block deal. Motorway and Pass Plus courses also available, with instructors focused on building confidence through patient, supportive teaching. Testimonials highlight their effective methods and friendly approach to helping learners pass first time.
J & I Driving School
Manual
Established in East London with deep knowledge of local test routes across Goodmayers, Barking, Wanstead, Chingford and Loughton. Competitive pricing at £31.50/hour for 2-hour lessons, or £31/hour within a 10-hour block at £310, with flexible evening and weekend availability plus Pass Plus courses on offer.
JD Driving School
Manual
Instructor since 1991 with 35 years' experience teaching nervous and beginner learners to drive with confidence. £39.50/hour for daytime lessons, or £310.50 for 9 hours and £340 for 10 hours on weekday block deals; test car hire available for £120–£150. High first-time pass rate with strong reviews highlighting patience, clear explanations, and a focus on building both skills and mindset.
The London Driving School
Manual and automatic
High pass rates with flexible payment options, including 0% interest monthly instalments. £42 per hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, with a 20-hour semi-intensive package at £760. Pick-up and drop-off at your preferred location, and you can use your own car if you prefer.
UNO Driving School
Automatic
95% first-time pass rate with specialist support for anxious learners, those with disabilities, and repeated test failures. Single 1-hour lessons from £45, or 10-hour blocks at £350 and 20-hour blocks at £695, with motorway and Pass Plus courses also available. Over 20 years' experience and 100% of recently passed pupils recommend them.
Skill2Pass Driving School
Manual and automatic
£38 per hour for hourly lessons with no hidden charges, plus intensive courses tailored to your timeline and local test centre. Local instructors conduct lessons in your area without piggy-backing (where the next pupil cuts into your time), and the school's car is available for your test. A first lesson is free when you call to book.
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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.
Based on prices from 338 driving schools in London.
Intensive courses in London
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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.
Sidcup (London)
14,318 tests taken · 18 week waitEnfield (Innova Business Park)
8,412 tests taken · 20 week waitTolworth (London)
10,164 tests taken · 10 week waitBromley (London)
13,228 tests taken · 9 week waitChertsey (London)
9,082 tests taken · 16 week waitYeading (London)
6,735 tests taken · 13 week waitUxbridge (London)
6,051 tests taken · 12 week waitWest Wickham (London)
12,249 tests taken · 11 week waitErith (London)
5,809 tests taken · 7 week waitHendon (London)
11,086 tests taken · 11 week wait| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidcup (London) | 58.7% | 58.7% | 56.7% | 58.7% | 14,318 | 18 weeks |
| Enfield (Innova Business Park) | 52.3% | 55.0% | 50.0% | 53.9% | 8,412 | 20 weeks |
| Tolworth (London) | 51.0% | 55.8% | 49.9% | 53.6% | 10,164 | 10 weeks |
| Bromley (London) | 49.5% | 56.0% | 51.0% | 52.9% | 13,228 | 9 weeks |
| Chertsey (London) | 51.9% | 53.8% | 47.3% | 52.9% | 9,082 | 16 weeks |
| Yeading (London) | 50.0% | 54.0% | 51.9% | 52.8% | 6,735 | 13 weeks |
| Uxbridge (London) | 49.2% | 54.1% | 50.3% | 52.3% | 6,051 | 12 weeks |
| West Wickham (London) | 52.1% | 51.2% | 50.8% | 51.6% | 12,249 | 11 weeks |
| Erith (London) | 51.1% | 52.0% | 50.4% | 51.6% | 5,809 | 7 weeks |
| Hendon (London) | 47.4% | 54.3% | 51.0% | 51.4% | 11,086 | 11 weeks |