Driving Lessons in Glasgow

With 34 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors across the city, Glasgow offers extensive choice for learners. The schools average an excellent 4.8-star rating, with prices from £35 to £47 per hour (averaging £43 across 22 schools with pricing). Female driving instructors are available at 10 schools, plus there are 8 independent female driving instructors. Pass rates vary significantly across Glasgow's eight test centres, from 39.9% at Shieldhall to 57.7% at East Kilbride, so choosing your test location carefully can make a real difference.

£43
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34
driving schools
40
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Driving lessons in Glasgow

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Transformers School of Motoring

Transformers School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.7
From £42/hrBlock bookings available

Named Driving School of the Year 2024 by GoRoadie, Transformers School of Motoring focuses on building confidence alongside driving skills with patient, professional instruction. Many students pass on their first attempt, supported by tailored lessons and a calm learning environment. Book online for course blocks, intensive courses, or gift vouchers.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
15 Tollcross Rd, Glasgow G31 4UGView school
Able Driving Skool

Able Driving Skool

Manual

4(37)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

Over 35 years' experience with experienced male and female instructors, no trainee instructors employed. £40/hour for standard lessons, £195 for a 5-hour block or £390 for 10 hours; intensive courses from £900 (20 hours) to £1,350 (30 hours). Particularly good with nervous learners, and lessons can be conducted in French if required.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
Speaks French
1779 Paisley Rd W, Cardonald, Glasgow G52 3SSView school
GMH Driving School

GMH Driving School

Manual

From £45/hr10hrs for £430Save £20

A friendly, patient instructor offering structured weekly lessons tailored to each learner's pace, from nervous beginners to confident drivers. At £45/hour or £430 for a 10-hour block, you'll train in a brand new Hyundai Bayon and receive written progress notes after every lesson. Pass Plus courses also available, with theory support and test guidance included throughout.

Female Instructors
2 Armadale Pl, Glasgow G31 3ETView school

Abed Salani

Manual

From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10
Intensive
Learn 2 Drive Glasgow

Learn 2 Drive Glasgow

Manual

5(27)
From £44/hrBlock bookings available

Duncan Cairns has built a strong reputation for patient, professional instruction with multiple first-time pass students praising his calm approach and ability to build confidence, particularly with nervous or older learners. An introductory 2-hour lesson costs £44 (half price), with discounts available on block bookings for ongoing lessons, Pass Plus courses, refresher training, and motorway instruction.

23 Quentin St, Shawlands, Glasgow G41 3TYView school
Go Drive School of Motoring Ltd

Go Drive School of Motoring Ltd

Manual and automatic

5(25)
From £45/hr20hrs for £1,000

Founded by Aisha, a certified instructor and NLP mindset coach, Go Drive combines standard driving instruction with optional hypnotherapy sessions to help nervous learners build confidence and overcome driving anxiety. Lessons cost £75 for 1.5 hours or £90 for 2 hours, with intensive courses from £1,000 for 20 hours up to £2,000 for 40 hours. Mock tests (£100) and hypnosis sessions (£50 for 30 mins) are also available to support learners every step of the way.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
Langside Ln, Glasgow G42 8TNView school
Mikey's Drive 'n' Pass

Mikey's Drive 'n' Pass

Manual

5(22)
From £37/hr10hrs for £365Save £5

15 years of teaching experience with a single dedicated instructor throughout your course. Standard lessons at £37/hour, or save with 10-hour blocks at £365 (£36.50/hr) and 20-hour blocks at £720 (£36/hr). Evening and weekend lessons available at £42/hour, plus mock test assessments and Pass Plus courses on offer.

EveningsWeekends
2 Cadderburn Dr, Bishopbriggs, Glasgow G64 3NPView school
O'Connell Driving School

O'Connell Driving School

Manual

5(9)
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

Grade A instructor specialising in nervous drivers, with a calm teaching style that prioritises building confidence alongside test preparation. Standard lessons at £38/hour, or £370 for a 10-hour block; motorway lessons also available at £45/hour. Door-to-door pick-up included across Glasgow North and East Dunbartonshire.

5 Wallace Gate, Glasgow G64 1GBView school
L-Team Driving School

L-Team Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(2)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

Intensive course specialist with structured packages from 6 to 30 hours, all including practical test fees, designed for learners at various stages from near-test-standard to those needing a complete refresh. £35/hour for manual or £37/hour for automatic lessons, with 10-hour block deals at £340 (manual) or £360 (automatic), plus beginner specials from £160 for 5 hours. Instructor knows Manchester test routes in depth and creates an individual syllabus tailored to how quickly you progress.

Intensive
0/2, 80 Moss Hts Ave, Glasgow G52 2TYView school
One L of a Driver

One L of a Driver

Manual

570% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

70% pass rate, nearly 60% above the national average, backed by 15 years' experience and strong relationships with local test centre examiners. £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, with student discounts available and the first lesson free. Mock tests from the actual test centre, intensive courses, and Pass Plus tuition all included.

Intensive
314 Alderman Rd, Glasgow G13 3TNView school
Keep Calm Driving School

Keep Calm Driving School

Manual

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £360Save £40

40 years of driving experience with a BSM-trained instructor who focuses on building confident, safe drivers rather than just test-passing techniques. £40/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses available depending on availability.

Intensive
17 Bridgend Cres, Moodiesburn, Glasgow G69 0JGView school
I Passing Smiles

I Passing Smiles

Manual and automatic

4.9(415)
From £45/hr10hrs for £430Save £20

Competitive pricing from £25/hour (manual) and £28/hour (automatic) with substantial block discounts, plus student and NHS discounts available. The 10-hour block at £430 is the most popular option, saving £10–£20 per hour, and intensive courses start from £430 with fast-track test dates included. Rated 4.9 stars across 295 reviews, with instructors praised for patience and concise teaching.

Intensive
40 Orchard Park Ave, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 7BGView school
F1 School of Motoring

F1 School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.9(319)
From £47/hr10hrs for £450Save £20

Established since 2008 with 100% customer satisfaction and a client-centred learning approach that adapts to how you prefer to learn. Four pricing tiers from £53/hour (regular lessons) to £73/hour (intensive courses), with block deals starting at £525 for 10 hours, plus refresher courses and Pass Plus available. Student reviews highlight patient, calm instructors who help nervous learners build confidence and pass first time.

Intensive
1 Waverley Gardens, Glasgow G41 2DNView school
Topgear Driving Tuition

Topgear Driving Tuition

Manual and automatic

4.8(262)99.9% pass rate
From £42/hr10hrs for £410Save £10

Established in 2003 with a team of 15 instructors, this school boasts a 99.9% pass rate (7,859 passes from 7,860 students). Standard lessons start at £42/hour for manual or £45/hour for automatic, with 10-hour blocks at £410 (manual) or £440 (automatic). Intensive courses range from 10 to 40 hours, priced from £475–£1,800 for automatic learners, with test bookings included at the end of your course.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
15 Alderman Rd, Glasgow G13 3YFView school
M&M Driving School

M&M Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.8(114)
From £45/hr10hrs for £445Save £5

M&M Driving School offers flexible pricing across standard, evening/weekend, and intensive courses, with hourly rates starting at £45 for manual lessons and block deals providing significant savings. A 10-hour block costs £445 for manual daytime lessons, while intensive courses run at £60/hour with 10-hour blocks at £620, ideal for learners wanting to pass quickly. Multiple course types including test booster and semi-intensive options cater to different learning paces and schedules.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
485 Allison St, Glasgow G42 8SZView school
Brian's Driving School Glasgow

Brian's Driving School Glasgow

Manual and automatic

4.8(70)
From £44/hr10hrs for £420Save £20

Grade A instructor with 38 years' experience, particularly welcoming to nervous drivers with one-to-one tuition and a high first-time pass rate. Manual lessons at £44/hour or £420 for 10 hours; automatic lessons at £50/hour or £480 for 10 hours. Motorway tuition and Pass Plus courses also available.

EveningsWeekends
63 Glencoe St, Glasgow G13 1YWView school
Clydeside School Of Motoring

Clydeside School Of Motoring

Manual

4.8(49)
From £46/hr10hrs for £440Save £20

£46 per hour with a 10-hour block at £440, or flexible 2-hour lessons at £92. Instructors emphasise a relaxed, tailored approach with strong local knowledge, working at your pace whether you're aiming for a quick pass or prefer to take your time.

EveningsWeekends
Great Western Rd, Glasgow G13 2YBView school
Accelerate Driving Tuition

Accelerate Driving Tuition

Manual and automatic

4.5(21)
From £42/hr10hrs for £400Save £20

16 years' experience coaching learners through East Kilbride's notoriously roundabout-heavy roads, with instructors committed to honest feedback and first-time passes. £42/hour or £400 for 10 hours; automatic lessons at £45/hour or £430 for 10 hours. Semi-intensive and full intensive courses available, plus Pass Plus and motorway lessons.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
20 Auldbar Rd, Bellahouston, Glasgow G52 1JJView school
Really Good Driving School Glasgow

Really Good Driving School Glasgow

Manual

4.5(16)
From £45/hr10hrs for £440Save £10

Instructors graded within the top 8% in the UK, with the principal holding Grade 6 (achieved by fewer than 6% of UK driving instructors) and a 32-year track record on staff. £45 per hour or £440 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses available and student discounts on offer. You'll have the same instructor throughout your course, ensuring consistent progress and a tailored lesson plan.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
39 Corbie Pl, Milngavie, Glasgow G62 7NBView school
Jim Luby Driving School

Jim Luby Driving School

Manual

4.3
From £45/hr10hrs for £420Save £30

Grade A instructor with an excellent pass rate, using the MyDrivetimeApp to track progress and replay lessons for effective learning. Hourly lessons at £45, or save up to £60 with block bookings (10 hours for £420, 20 hours for £810). Intensive courses available from £2000 for 40 hours, completable in as little as one week, plus motorway tuition and Pass Plus certification.

Intensive
Birnam Gardens, Bishopbriggs, Glasgow G64 2JYView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Glasgow?

Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.

Typical
£44
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
£35–40
3
£40–45
10
£45–50
9

Based on prices from 22 driving schools in Glasgow.

Intensive courses in Glasgow

Want to pass fast?

20 Glasgow schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Glasgow Test Centres and Pass Rates

With eight centres around Glasgow, results vary a lot. East Kilbride has the highest pass rate at 58%, comfortably above the 50% national average, and the best automatic pass rate at 46%. It also has the longest wait here, about 5½ months. At the other end, Glasgow Shieldhall's pass rate of 40% puts it in Britain's bottom 5%, and Hamilton, at 42%, is in the bottom 10%. Glasgow Anniesland is also below average at 44%. If you're learning near one of those, there's plenty of choice nearby, and Airdrie has the shortest typical wait at about 1½ months. Just make sure you know a new centre's roads before you switch.

58%

East Kilbride

1,976 tests taken · typical wait 5½ months
Manual pass rate60.4%
Automatic pass rate46.0%
50%

Bishopbriggs

6,186 tests taken · typical wait 5 months
Manual pass rate52.6%
Automatic pass rate41.7%
49%

Paisley

7,912 tests taken · typical wait 4 months
Manual pass rate50.0%
Automatic pass rate44.0%
47%

Glasgow (Baillieston)

10,428 tests taken · typical wait 4½ months
Manual pass rate49.9%
Automatic pass rate40.9%
47%

Airdrie

4,599 tests taken · typical wait 1½ months
Manual pass rate48.1%
Automatic pass rate44.6%
44%

Glasgow (Anniesland)

6,170 tests taken · typical wait 5 months
Manual pass rate46.0%
Automatic pass rate41.2%
42%

Hamilton

6,112 tests taken · typical wait 4½ months
Manual pass rate44.2%
Automatic pass rate34.5%
40%

Glasgow (Shieldhall)

7,019 tests taken · typical wait 4 months
Manual pass rate40.9%
Automatic pass rate37.2%

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