Driving Lessons in Surrey
Surrey's 121 driving schools and 226 independent driving instructors provide extensive coverage across the county, from Guildford to Croydon. Schools average a strong 4.8-star rating, with pricing typically around £43 per hour where listed (ranging from £33 to £60). Automatic driving lessons are available at 56 schools, female driving instructors at 22 schools, and intensive courses at 49 schools. There are also 67 independent female driving instructors operating throughout the county. Test centre pass rates vary widely across the region: Farnborough leads at 59.7% and Guildford at 57.1%, while Crawley (42.7%) and Greenford (41.4%) present tougher conditions, according to 2025-26 DVSA data.
- £43
- average price
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- driving schools
- 226
- independent instructors
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- test centres
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My Four Wheels
Cheapest manual driving school in Surrey.
Excellence Driving School
Highest-rated manual driving school in Surrey.
Webbs School of Motoring
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Surrey.
Michelle Hurn Driving School
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Surrey.
Driving lessons in Surrey
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Liz Driving School
Manual and automatic
Grade A instructor with an impressive pass rate and dozens of five-star reviews praising his patient, methodical approach to building confidence and safe driving skills. Ian Lovendhal specializes in nervous learners and those returning after a break, with many students passing first time. Contact for pricing and lesson availability.
Positive Evolution
Automatic
A team of six instructors specialising in automatic lessons in zero-emission electric vehicles (Volvo EX30, Smart #1, Kia Niro EV, Kia EV3), with combined experience spanning over 40 years and multiple Grade A qualifications. £49.50 per hour for 2-hour lessons (£99 for 2 hours) or £47.50 per hour in a 10-hour block (£475 total), plus access to the Total Drive app for progress tracking and mock tests as standard.
Pedals2Pass Driving
Manual and automatic
Chris prioritises quality over quantity, structuring every lesson to get you to test standard in the shortest timeframe. Manual lessons at £40/hour or automatic at £45/hour, with intensive courses available. Multiple five-star reviews highlight his patient, organised approach and local test route expertise, with recent students passing first time or with minimal faults.
Stuarts Driving School
Manual
Family-run school established 40 years ago with six instructors and a reputation for personal service. £45/hour for standard lessons, or £420 for a 10-hour block deal. Pass Plus courses also available.
PASS Driver Training
Manual
Grade A instructor with 12 years' local experience and proven success at the Farnborough test centre. Two-hour lessons at £45/hour, or £430 for 10 hours, £840 for 20 hours, and £40/hour for 40-hour blocks. Welcomes nervous and anxious learners, with motorway training and Pass Plus courses also available.
Tolworth Driving School
Manual and automatic
Grade A instructors with a 92% pass rate across 500+ students, specializing in Tolworth Test Centre routes and nervous driver support. Two-hour lessons at £75 (manual or automatic), 10-hour blocks at £365, or intensive courses from £650 to £1,850. Test day car hire and mock tests available to ensure you're test-ready.
Rimmers Driving School
Manual
19 years' experience with a track record of first-time passes and strong student testimonials praising calm, patient teaching. 1.5-hour lessons at £70 or block deals from £400 for 9 hours, with test car hire at £160 including one hour's practice and test fee.
Banstead School of Motoring
Automatic
Family-run school established in 1999 with over 20 years' experience and an extremely high first-time pass rate. Lessons start at £40/hour with block deals from £390 for 10 hours, plus test car hire for £95 including a pre-test lesson. Only automatic driving lessons available, with flexible scheduling and competitive upfront pricing with no hidden increases.
Drive Wisely Driving School
Manual and automatic
95% first-time pass rate with a patient, personalized approach to learning. Lessons start at £38/hour for single bookings (2-hour minimum at £76), dropping to £33/hour with a 30-hour block at £990. Specialized training includes night driving, motorway, and intensive courses, all available with flexible scheduling.
Learn with Lyford
Manual
Independent instructor with a background in training and team management, bringing a structured yet personable approach to lessons. First two hours charged at £40/hour, with complimentary access to Theory Test Pro, learner videos, and printed handouts. Flexible scheduling Monday to Friday plus weekends creates a relaxed learning environment without compromising on safety and responsibility.
MJ's Driving School
Manual and automatic
First-time pass rate above the national average with experienced instructors trained to handle London's busy traffic. Lessons at £37.50/hour (minimum 2 hours) or block deals from £365 for 10 hours, with test car hire at £125 and no extra charges for evenings or weekends. Motorway instruction, Pass Plus courses, and refresher lessons also available.
Camberley Driving School
Manual
Grade A instructor with 15+ years' experience and a proven track record of high pass rates. Semi-intensive courses available at £39/hour, with a price-match guarantee on any realistic competitor quote. Pass Plus courses also available at £240 for 6 one-hour sessions, and test day tuition can be arranged in the school's car.
Road Skills Driving School
Manual and automatic
Road Skills combines local expertise across Hampshire and Surrey with instructors who know test routes inside out near Farnborough, Basingstoke, Winchester, Guildford, Chertsey, and Southampton. Single 90-minute lessons start at £65–£72 depending on transmission and timing, with 12-hour block bookings from £494, plus intensive courses ranging from 10 to 40 hours (£760–£2,140). Multiple five-star reviews highlight first-time passes and patient instruction, with special offers available for NHS staff and college students at £37.50 for the first 6 hours.
Make The Grade Driving School
Manual
An 83% first-time pass rate in 2019, nearly double the national average, backed by strong testimonials including a Chelsea FC youth player. £47/hour or £450 for a 10-hour block, with motorway lessons at £50/hour and refresher lessons at £48/hour. Local instructors cover pick-up and drop-off across the area, and every pupil receives a mock test before their practical.
Automatic Driving Tuition Kevin Burden
Automatic
Grade A instructor with over 35 years' experience, particularly welcoming to nervous and elderly drivers. £45/hour or £425 for a 10-hour block, with Pass Plus courses also available and theory test guidance included.
Dens Driving School
Manual
A 30-year institution in Thames Ditton with instructors boasting up to 35 years' experience and consistently high pass rates. £48/hour or £460 for a 10-hour block, with motorway tuition and refresher courses included. Instructors know all local test routes inside out, so you'll practise exactly what the examiner might ask.
Surrey Downs Driving Academy
Manual
£20–£22.50 for a first 2-hour lesson (weekday/weekend), then £40–£45 per hour for standard lessons, or £39–£44 per hour with a 10-hour prepaid block. Female-led school with 20+ years' experience, known for patient, confidence-building instruction particularly suited to nervous learners. Test car hire available at £39–£44 per hour with full support on test day, plus Pass Plus courses to reduce insurance premiums.
Kingston Driving School
Automatic
Tolworth Test Centre specialist with deep local knowledge of test routes and common learner challenges. Mr. Ergun Cakmak teaches with a calm, personalised approach focused on building real confidence rather than rushing to test day, and offers Turkish and Hindi instruction alongside English. Lessons are £40–£45 per hour depending on your area, with intensive courses, mock tests, and motorway training also available.
Eleven Eleven Driving School
Manual and automatic
Instructor with 22 years of driving experience across Europe and hazardous conditions, teaching since 2012 with consistently excellent reviews praising patience and teaching quality. Two-hour lessons at £40 (introductory) or £80 standard, with 10-hour packages at £700 (£35/hour) and test car hire available for £150. Focus on longer lessons to accelerate progress, with personalised lesson plans and mock tests included.
Expert Drive
Manual
Expert Drive offers flexible pay-as-you-go lessons at £42/hour or block deals from £400 for 10 hours, with 2-hour sessions available at £82. Test day car hire costs £150, and Pass Plus courses are £300 (deposit £145). They handle theory test booking and practical test preparation to streamline your entire learning journey.
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How much do driving lessons cost in Surrey?
Most learners pay £45–£50 an hour. Under £45 is a good deal, over £55 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 70 driving schools in Surrey.
Intensive courses in Surrey
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49 Surrey schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Surrey Test Centres and Pass Rates
Surrey has 14 centres in and around it, so the range is wide. Farnborough leads with a pass rate of 60%, well above the 50% national average, and has the best automatic pass rate in the area at 52%. Guildford is also strong at 57%. Greenford, at 41%, and Crawley, at 43%, both rank among the lowest tenth of centres in Britain, while Southall is a little below average at 45%. Typical waits run from less than a month at Yeading to about 5½ months at Tolworth. If you're learning near Crawley, it's worth asking whether a stronger centre is realistic for you.
Farnborough
10,482 tests taken · typical wait 4½ monthsGuildford
4,542 tests taken · typical wait 2 monthsRedhill Aerodrome
5,408 tests taken · typical wait 3 monthsTolworth (London)
10,164 tests taken · typical wait 5½ monthsChertsey (London)
9,082 tests taken · typical wait 5 monthsYeading (London)
6,735 tests taken · typical wait less than a monthUxbridge (London)
6,051 tests taken · typical wait 4 monthsMorden (London)
15,770 tests taken · typical wait 4½ monthsSlough (London)
10,509 tests taken · typical wait 5 monthsIsleworth (Fleming Way)
12,687 tests taken · typical wait 5 months| Test Centre | Pass rate | Tests | Typical wait | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Manual | Automatic | |||
| Farnborough | 59.7% | 62.6% | 52.2% | 10,482 | 4½ months |
| Guildford | 57.1% | 59.9% | 50.8% | 4,542 | 2 months |
| Redhill Aerodrome | 53.9% | 56.0% | 49.7% | 5,408 | 3 months |
| Tolworth (London) | 53.6% | 56.1% | 49.9% | 10,164 | 5½ months |
| Chertsey (London) | 52.9% | 55.5% | 47.3% | 9,082 | 5 months |
| Yeading (London) | 52.8% | 53.2% | 51.9% | 6,735 | Less than a month |
| Uxbridge (London) | 52.3% | 53.4% | 50.3% | 6,051 | 4 months |
| Morden (London) | 51.0% | 51.8% | 49.8% | 15,770 | 4½ months |
| Slough (London) | 50.8% | 53.9% | 46.3% | 10,509 | 5 months |
| Isleworth (Fleming Way) | 50.4% | 52.3% | 47.8% | 12,687 | 5 months |