Driving Lessons in Northern Ireland
- £40
- average price
- 51
- driving schools
- 3
- independent instructors
Top driving schools in Northern Ireland by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
McBride Driving Tuition
Cheapest manual driving school in Northern Ireland.
DSM Training
Highest-rated manual driving school in Northern Ireland.
Kettyle School of Motoring
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Northern Ireland.
Kettyle School of Motoring
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Northern Ireland.
Driving schools and instructors in Northern Ireland
I've Passed Driving School
Adrian McCaw's Ballymena-based school offers structured lessons tailored to individual needs, with a price match guarantee against other DOE-approved instructors in the area. Flexible lesson lengths (1, 1.5, or 2 hours) suit your schedule, and student discounts are available for those in full or part-time education. The school covers everything from basic lessons to motorway tuition, with theory test preparation built into every lesson.
Pyers Driving School
Independent instructor specialising in both car and B+E trailer training, with an excellent pass rate across standard and trailer tests. Testimonials highlight patience and a supportive teaching approach that makes lessons enjoyable. Contact directly for pricing and package details.
Sure Drive
Operating since 1985 with an excellent pass rate and a strong reputation for supporting nervous learners. Free Driver Theory PRO is included for learners and their families, plus flexible packages and competitive pricing available on request.
Block booking
Best block deals in Northern Ireland
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £35.
How much do driving lessons cost in Northern Ireland?
Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 23 driving schools in Northern Ireland.
Intensive courses in Northern Ireland
Want to pass fast?
20 Northern Ireland schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.