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.

£38
average price
596
driving schools
1,602
independent instructors
33
test centres

Driving lessons in London

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Jan Driving Academy

Jan Driving Academy

Manual and automatic

5

Flexible lesson options across 1-hour, 1.5-hour, and 2-hour slots, with intensive courses available for accelerated learning. Beyond standard lessons, they offer refresher courses for returning drivers and Pass Plus schemes to build confidence after passing your test, with evening and weekend availability to fit your schedule.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
674 Lordship Ln, London N22 5JJView school
Amazing Learners School

Amazing Learners School

Manual and automatic

5
Block bookings available

Founded by instructor Miz with 10 years of professional driving experience. No upfront payments required; book trial lessons (1, 2 hours or more) to see if it's right for you, then pay as you book additional hourly lessons in blocks. Mock tests and tailored lessons designed around individual needs help learners pass their test on the first attempt.

Upper Tooting Rd, Tooting Bec, London SW17 7TSView school
SHK Driving School

SHK Driving School

Manual

5

Competitive pricing with flexible scheduling across early morning, evening, and weekend slots to fit around work and school commitments. Courses span beginner basics, refresher training, defensive driving, and test preparation, each tailored to individual learning styles and anxiety levels. Modern dual-control vehicles and experienced instructors create a supportive environment for nervous beginners and returning drivers alike.

EveningsWeekends
Uxbridge Rd, Feltham TW13 5DLView school
BIG Drive Academy

BIG Drive Academy

Manual and automatic

5

Independent school built on client-centred learning, adapting to how each learner prefers to absorb information and skills. Instructor Bablu has earned consistent five-star reviews for patience, professionalism, and particular skill with anxious learners and manual gearbox technique. Flexible lesson lengths (1, 1.5, or 2 hours), free pick-up across the area, and a full range from intensive courses to motorway and night-time driving lessons.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
3 Kenwood Rd, London N9 7JEView school
North London Driving School

North London Driving School

Manual

5

Above-average first-time pass rates backed by a gallery of successful students. Patient instructors with extensive local knowledge of test routes, offering flexible scheduling seven days a week including evenings and weekends. Modern dual-controlled vehicles and a calm, confidence-building approach suit learners who want personalized instruction at their own pace.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Selby Rd, London N17 8JLView school
Maximum Driving School

Maximum Driving School

Manual

5
Block bookings available

Known for putting nervous learners at ease, Sam has built a 21-year reputation for calm, patient instruction that treats lessons like learning from a friend rather than a formal test. Grade 6 instructor with consistently five-star reviews praising her ability to boost confidence from day one. Competitively priced lessons with block booking discounts available.

Female Instructors
9 Lomond Cl, Wembley HA0 4HBView school
EastEnd Driving School

EastEnd Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
Block bookings available

Established in 1992 with instructors who know East London test routes inside out, EastEnd offers block booking deals that deliver significant savings on standard hourly rates, plus flexible pay-as-you-go options. A 2-hour assessment lesson helps you identify exactly how many lessons you'll need, and mock test packages simulate official conditions to build confidence before test day.

Intensive
15, Bowsprit Point, Westferry Rd, London E14 8NTView school
First Step Driving

First Step Driving

Automatic

5
Block bookings available

High pass rates with patient, professional instruction tailored to each learner's pace. Mock test sessions, step-by-step manoeuvre coaching, and real test condition practice build genuine confidence. Flexible single and block lesson packages available, with a clean dual-controlled test-ready vehicle.

Test car available
Martin Way, London SM4 4AGView school
GKDrive

GKDrive

Manual

5

Six years of experience delivering structured lessons from basic vehicle controls through to test-ready advanced driving. Flexible scheduling from 8am to 7pm, seven days a week, with a focus on building confidence and safety in North London's busy traffic.

EveningsWeekends
Lordship Ln, London N22 5JJView school
RDS Driving School

RDS Driving School

Manual

5
Block bookings available

RDS Driving School focuses on removing stress from learning to drive, with a patient instructor who specialises in nervous and new learners. Get 50% off your first 2-hour lesson, plus discounted block booking packages that save you money long-term. Step-by-step guidance from basics through to test level, at a pace that suits you.

4 Cavendish Way, london CR0 8DNView school
HSB Driving School

HSB Driving School

Manual and automatic

5

Family-run school with instructors experienced in helping nervous learners build confidence, evidenced by multiple first-attempt passes and students completing courses in as few as 10-15 lessons. Lessons available in English, Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi, with test car hire and practical test booking services included. Competitive pricing monitored against local competitors.

Female InstructorsTest car available
Speaks Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi
258 Ash Grove, Hounslow TW5 9DYView school
Jarrett's Driving School

Jarrett's Driving School

Manual and automatic

5

Jarrett's Driving School boasts 336 five-star Google reviews with instructors consistently praised for patience, clear teaching, and high first-time pass rates. Multiple students mention passing after just weeks of lessons, particularly with instructors like Saif and Marius who specialise in building confidence and effective test preparation. Available 8am-8pm daily across Greater London and beyond, with Pass Plus courses also on offer.

EveningsWeekends
Newnham Way, Harrow HA3 9NTView school
D's School of Motoring

D's School of Motoring

Manual

5

18 years of experience with a team of patient, advanced driving instructors focused on building confidence behind the wheel. Specialises in refresher lessons, defensive driving, nervous drivers, and residential courses, with mock tests available to prepare you for the real thing.

Female Instructors
45 Salcot Cres, New Addington, Croydon CR0 0JNView school
Sure Pass Driving School

Sure Pass Driving School

Automatic

5
Block bookings available

40 years of experience working with nervous learners, using Hyundai Kona electric vehicles for automatic driving lessons. Pre-test practice sessions and test car support included, with flexible pay-per-lesson or block booking options available.

Female InstructorsTest car available
190 Norwood Rd, Southall UB2 4JTView school
Milestones School of Motoring

Milestones School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

5
Block bookings available

Specialist in automatic driving lessons run by Lola Owolabi, who brings years of transport and motoring sector experience. Lesson reports track your progress at every stage, and pick-up/drop-off is available alongside motorway and night training. Block booking discounts apply, with evening lessons Monday to Friday from 4pm–9pm.

EveningsWeekendsFemale Instructors
400, Henry House, 275 New N Rd, London N1 7AAView school
Last Minute Driving Test

Last Minute Driving Test

Manual and automatic

5

Early pioneers of automatic driving lessons in the UK, using Volkswagen Golf cars to help learners focus on road awareness without the complexity of manual gear control. Competitive pricing available; contact for a quote or book online for lessons tailored to your needs.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
16 Twickenham Gardens, Greenford UB6 0LUView school
Major Driving School

Major Driving School

Manual

5
Block bookings available

Independent instructor with 15 years' experience offering structured 1-to-1 lessons with handouts on every topic covered. Special discounts available for 10-hour block bookings, with Pass Plus courses also available. Lessons focus on building confidence in a stress-free environment, from beginner control through to complex driving situations.

112 The Dr, Hounslow TW3 1PWView school
Orchard Driving School

Orchard Driving School

Manual

5

Established in 1991, Orchard has spent over three decades building a reputation for patience and reliability across South West London. Experienced instructors focus on developing confidence and road safety skills in a relaxed, supportive environment with flexible scheduling to fit your needs.

The Grn, Twickenham TW2 5TUView school
United Driving School

United Driving School

Manual and automatic

595% pass rate

A 95% first-time pass rate backed by 25 years of experience under instructor Dee Saini. Every student receives a progress assessment booklet after each lesson, and mock tests are available to prepare for the real thing. Refresher lessons and Pass Plus courses also on offer for those wanting to build confidence beyond the test.

Intensive
139A Tentelow Ln, Southall UB2 4LWView school
Brakes Driving School

Brakes Driving School

Manual

5

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1-4 Layton Rd, Hounslow TW3 2DAView 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
£39
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
£20–25
2
£25–30
12
£30–35
39
£35–40
147
£40–45
107
£45–50
33
£50–55
11
£55+
4

Based on prices from 355 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