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
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596
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1,602
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Driving lessons in London

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Move Driving School

Move Driving School

Automatic

5
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

Specialising exclusively in automatic driving lessons, most instructors are ex-bus drivers with extensive practical experience on test routes. £38/hour or £370 for 10 lessons, with intensive courses from £572 (10 lessons for experienced drivers) to £1,127 (25 lessons for beginners), plus test car hire at £150 including a 1-hour lesson.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
176 Station Rd, Edgware HA8 7ARView school
ALG Driving School

ALG Driving School

Manual and automatic

580% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Over 80% pass rate across West London, among the highest in London. Instructors are specially recruited for both expertise and friendly interpersonal skills, ensuring learners feel comfortable throughout their training. Flexible pricing from £40/hour for single lessons, with block deals at £234 for 6 hours, £380 for 10 hours, plus test car hire available at £170.

IntensiveTest car available
Speaks Arabic, French
27 Banks Yard, Hounslow TW5 0AXView school
Drive Thru School

Drive Thru School

Manual and automatic

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £390Save £60

Flexible pay-as-you-go or block booking system designed around busy schedules, with lessons at £45/hour or £390 for 10 hours. Patient instructors tailor lessons to your pace using the category B curriculum, with test car hire available at £165 once you're test-ready. Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons also available to build confidence beyond the basics.

IntensiveTest car available
16, Fareham House, Bessborough Rd, London SW15 4BQView school
The Driving Skool

The Driving Skool

Manual

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £370Save £30

Known for excellent pass rates and patient instruction, this school specializes in intensive driving lessons that can get you test-ready in as little as 5 days. Standard lessons are £40/hour with block deals from £370 for 10 hours, while intensive courses start at £57.50 for 1.5 hours. Free theory and practical test booking support is included throughout your learning journey.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Susan Wood, Chislehurst BR7 5NGView school
Dean Wyatt Driving School

Dean Wyatt Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £41/hr

Specialises in anxious and nervous drivers with bespoke learning methods and experience supporting learners with ADHD, ASD, dyslexia and dyspraxia. £41/hour (daytime) or £46/hour (evenings and weekends), with 2-hour lessons at £78 or £88 respectively. Every lesson includes access to an online theory tool, dedicated student app, confidence-building ebook with anxiety techniques, and test car hire available.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
9 Clifton Cl, Farnborough, Orpington BR6 7DQView school
TDSM Driving School

TDSM Driving School

Manual

5
From £37.50/hr10hrs for £425

Established in 2003, TDSM is run by Ryan, a Grade A instructor with over two decades of experience helping hundreds of local learners pass their tests. Lessons start from £37.50 per hour for beginners, or £425 for a 10-hour block, with semi-intensive courses at £50/hour and refresher lessons available. The school uses personal progress trackers to monitor development and tailors teaching pace to each learner's individual needs.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
38A Browns Rd, London E17 4RWView school
The Academy of Driving

The Academy of Driving

Manual and automatic

5
From £42/hr10hrs for £390Save £30

One of the fastest-growing driving schools across East Anglia with instructors in Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire, Sussex, Cheshire and North Wales. £42/hour for single lessons or £390 for a 10-hour block, with test car hire from £150 and Pass Plus courses at £280. The school focuses on creating a calm, relaxed environment where learning is enjoyed rather than endured, backed by experienced instructors who understand what learners go through.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Rye Hill Park, London SE15 3JNView school
Coastless Driving School

Coastless Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £27.50/hr10hrs for £250Save £25

£27.50 per hour for manual lessons or £30 per hour for automatic, with 10-hour block deals at £250 (manual) or £300 (automatic). Over 35 years in the driving industry, this school adapts to individual learning styles and targets areas of weakness. Students praise the instructor's patience and thoroughness, with testimonials highlighting first-time passes and confident, adaptable driving skills.

10 Waverley Gardens, Barking IG11 0BQView school
Prompt Driving School

Prompt Driving School

Automatic

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

An independent London-based school with consistently strong reviews highlighting instructor patience and first-time pass success. £40/hour for automatic lessons or £380 for a 10-hour block, with test car hire available at £150. Multiple instructors including Dr Mohammad Ekhlas Uddin and Mohammed, both praised for building confidence and delivering efficient, supportive teaching.

IntensiveTest car available
Apple Yard, London SE20 8FQView school
Georges Auto Learners

Georges Auto Learners

Automatic

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Ex-driving examiner with a Grade A rating and 5-star reviews, specialising in automatic driving lessons. Two-hour lessons at £40 per hour on weekdays or £45 weekends, with 10-hour block deals from £380 (weekdays) to £430 (weekends). Pass Plus courses also available.

EveningsWeekends
35-91 Woodham Rd, London SE6 2SBView school
Nova Driving School

Nova Driving School

Automatic

5
From £39/hr10hrs for £380Save £10

Nova specialises exclusively in automatic driving lessons, making it ideal for learners who want to skip the complexity of manual gears. At £39/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, lessons are flexible across mornings, afternoons, and evenings, with test day car hire available for £150. Pass Plus courses and motorway training round out the offering.

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
226A London Rd, Croydon CR0 2TFView school
Automatika

Automatika

Automatic

584% pass rate
From £55/hr10hrs for £490Save £60

Grade 6 instructor with 24 years' experience and an 84% first-time pass rate in 2024. £55/hour or £490 for a 10-hour block, with test day slots from £200 including pre-test tuition, insurance cover, and drop-off. Students and key workers receive an extra 10% discount.

Test car available
108 Portnall Rd, London W9 3BGView school
Genesis Driving School

Genesis Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £42/hr5hrs for £195Save £15

£42/hour for one-hour lessons, or £195 for an introductory 5-hour block. Grade A instructor with high pass rates offering flexible scheduling including school and workplace pick-ups, plus free unlimited access to Theory Test Pro for all students. Test day car hire available for £135, which includes a 1.5-hour pre-test lesson.

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
Limpsfield Rd, Warlingham CR6 9DSView school
Go Excel Driver Training

Go Excel Driver Training

Manual and automatic

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £400Save £50

Pay £45/hour for 2-hour lessons, or save with block deals from £40/hour (10 hours for £400, up to 40 hours for £1,600). Test car rental available from £220 weekdays after 9 AM or £250 before 9 AM and weekends, plus Pass Plus courses for post-test motorway confidence at £380 for 6 hours.

Test car available
1 Dennis Cl, Ashford TW15 1SWView school
Teach You To Drive Enfield

Teach You To Drive Enfield

Manual

5
From £27/hrBlock bookings available

Grade A instructor with 12 years' experience and consistently strong reviews highlighting patience and a calm teaching approach. Lessons from £27/hour or £25/hour in block bookings, with weekends at £30/hour; Pass Plus courses also available.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Myddelton Cl, Enfield EN1 4AGView school
Chislehurst Driving School

Chislehurst Driving School

Manual

5
From £39/hr5hrs for £345

£72 for 1 hour 40 minute lessons, or £345 for a block of 5 (working out at £39-41.40 per hour depending on booking method). A 100% pass rate across 2024-2025 with 37 out of 48 students passing first time and the remaining six passing on their second attempt. Test day car hire with full insurance costs £125 including one hour of tuition.

Test car available
7, Warkworth House, 101 Waratah Dr, Chislehurst BR7 5FPView school
Always Driving

Always Driving

Manual

587.5% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Chris brings 11+ years of professional instruction with an exceptional 87.5% first-time pass rate and over 150 consecutive passes. His methodical, patient approach specializes in manual transmission instruction, building complete vehicle control and confidence from the ground up. At £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, new students can claim the first 2 hours for £70 with block booking, plus a £160 test day package including car hire and pre-test lesson.

Test car available
Priory Ct, London E17 5LXView school
Maestro Driving School

Maestro Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £390Save £60

£45/hour for standard lessons, or £200 for a 5-hour block and £390 for a 10-hour block with discounted pricing. Instructors Hassina and Abdul Nasir adapt their teaching to visual learners, hands-on learners, and mixed approaches, focusing on building confidence and safe driving foundations rather than just test preparation. Open 8am–9pm daily including weekends, with 1-hour taster lessons at £80 and 2-hour lessons at £80 available.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
Unit 9, Granard Business Centre, Greater, Bunns Ln, London NW7 2DQView school
Drive Smart

Drive Smart

Manual and automatic

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £415Save £35

13 years' experience with 83% of pupils passing within 40 hours or less. Instructor Jahangir (Jay) specialises in nervous beginners and previously failed learners, conducting lessons in a calm, friendly manner with structured goals for each session. £45/hour or £415 for 10 hours, £810 for 20 hours; test car available for £210 (3-hour session including pickup).

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
Ashmore Rd, London W9 3DAView school
Ess's Driving School

Ess's Driving School

Manual

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £400Save £50

Single instructor with an excellent safety record and extensive knowledge of traffic rules. Two-hour lessons at £90, or save with block deals ranging from 10 hours (£400) to 40 hours (£1,400). Test car hire available for £220 for local test centres including Greenford, Hendon, Mill Hill, Pinner, and Borehamwood.

Test car available
111 Gloucester Terrace, London W2 6HUView 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