Driving Lessons in Norwich
Norwich offers extensive choice with 34 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors serving the area. Schools average £41 per hour (with a notably wide range from £22 to £55) and achieve an outstanding 4.9-star average rating. Automatic driving lessons are available at 16 schools, and 21 schools offer intensive courses if you want to get test-ready quickly. Female driving instructors are available at 7 schools, plus there are 5 independent female driving instructors. The Norwich (Peachman Way) test centre shows a strong 61.7% pass rate based on 12,541 tests.
- £41
- average price
- 34
- driving schools
- 40
- independent instructors
- 1
- test centre
Top driving schools in Norwich by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
DW Driver Training
Cheapest manual driving school in Norwich.
How-2-Drive
Highest-rated manual driving school in Norwich.
How-2-Drive
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Norwich.
KSM Driving Tuition
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Norwich.
Driving lessons in Norwich
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Showing 21–34 of 34 driving schools, plus every independent instructor in Norwich.
17 Plus Driving School
Operating since 1984, 17 Plus brings 37 years of driver training expertise to Norfolk with a team of male and female instructors, many holding advanced driving qualifications. Lessons start at £36/hour for complete beginners (normally £39/hour), with 2-hour options available for better value, plus free theory and hazard perception training included. Client-centred coaching methods and one-to-one tuition create a relaxed learning environment designed for first-time passes.
United Driving Tuition
Established in 1995 with a high first-time pass rate backed by official figures. £38.50 per hour for standard lessons, £37.50 per hour for 10-hour blocks, or intensive courses from £375 (10 hours) to £1,425 (40 hours) with 100% in-car tuition and the same instructor throughout. Every intensive course includes a free mock test and theory training if needed.
Pass with Pete
Instructor since 2006 with a background in community and youth work, bringing patience and structured support to nervous learners. £50/hour or £45/hour for 10+ hour block bookings. Pass Plus courses also available.
DTS Driving School
Award-winning instructor Louise delivers first-class tuition focused on creating confident, safe drivers rather than just test-passers. £48/hour or £470 for a 10-hour block, with a 20-hour block at £930 (saving £30). DTS learners typically pass quicker than the DVSA national average, potentially saving up to 20 hours of tuition.
DW Driver Training
Grade 6 instructor (top 6% of all instructors) with 34 years' experience and a track record of consistently high pass rates. David Williamson's individual teaching approach builds confidence step-by-step, helping most students pass first time. Standard lessons at £22/hour with flexible pay-as-you-learn options, plus intensive courses and Pass Plus training available.
Evolution Driver Training
Consistently praised for exceptional patience and calm instruction, Steve Hull has built a strong reputation through numerous five-star reviews highlighting first-time pass rates and his ability to work with anxious learners. Intensive courses and automatic lessons available, with flexible scheduling to suit your needs.
A2B Driver Training
Teaching since 1998 with 25+ years' experience across all ages and abilities. Steve Roberts emphasises patient, friendly tuition without shouting, working through problems collaboratively until you master them. Check the prices page for current rates.
Go Intensives
Go Intensives specialises in 5-day intensive driving courses covering both practical and theory tuition, designed to get you test-ready in the shortest time possible. A 10-hour block booking costs £480, with pick-up available within 5 miles of Norwich, Great Yarmouth, or Lowestoft railway stations. Expert instructors guide complete beginners and experienced drivers alike through a structured programme tailored to individual needs.
Michael Wright Driving Tuition
Professional instructor with extensive experience driving vans, lorries and passenger vehicles, now channelling that expertise into calm, patient tuition. Member of the Driving Instructors Association, with first-time pass testimonials highlighting his reassuring approach and flexible scheduling. Manual lessons only in a Renault Clio.
Learn To Drive Norwich
Joe Cooper focuses on relaxed, tailored lessons designed to put nervous learners at ease, with a strong emphasis on first-time pass rates. Two-hour lessons at £80 or £100 for weekend availability, with a 10-hour block at £390. No minimum hours required before test booking; you progress at your own pace.
Sparks Driving Tuition
Grade A instructor with a background in secondary school teaching, bringing patience and structured lesson planning to every drive. Specialises in confidence building, test rescue, and part-trained learners, with 138 five-star reviews praising his calm, professional approach. Two-hour lessons provide best value; honest feedback means you'll never be pushed into unnecessary extra sessions.
UK Intensive Driving Courses
Specialising in intensive driving courses from 1 day (£175) up to 5 days (£1195), with theory test booking included in longer packages. Every course includes a free practical test, making this ideal for learners wanting to pass quickly and affordably.
Filimon Adisu
David Alun Williamson
Gaye Barber
Scott Barrett
Kevin Bowkett
Kevin Brackell
Philip Carr
Neil Claud Pudwell
Jonathan Colman
Andrew Dodd
Alan Doggett
Peter Elwick
Joshua Forster
David Foster Young
Paul Harmes
Adnan Hassan Bhatti
Jeremy Hindley
James Hipperson
Daniel Hudson
Emma Joanne Billman
Block booking
Best block deals in Norwich
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £201.
How much do driving lessons cost in Norwich?
Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 25 driving schools in Norwich.
Intensive courses in Norwich
Want to pass fast?
21 Norwich schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Norwich Test Centres and Pass Rates
Norwich at Peachman Way is the single centre serving this area, with 12,541 tests taken between 2025 and 2026 and a 61.7% pass rate. The roads here include sections of the outer ring road, busy retail park approaches like those around Riverside, and residential streets in areas such as Heartsease where narrow lanes and parked vehicles require careful positioning. Men passed at 62.5%, women at 60.8%, and automatic tests at 55.4%. The wait is 10 weeks.
Norwich (Peachman Way)
12,541 tests taken · 10 week wait| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich (Peachman Way) | 60.8% | 62.5% | 55.4% | 61.7% | 12,541 | 10 weeks |