Driving Lessons in Wales
Wales has 115 driving schools and 305 independent driving instructors across the country. Average lesson prices are £39 per hour among schools with published rates, and 47 schools offer automatic driving lessons. Female driving instructors are available at 23 schools, and there are 71 independent female driving instructors. Intensive courses are offered by 47 schools for learners wanting to accelerate their progress. Test centre pass rates include 53.3% at Bridgend, 51% at Llanelli, and 48.2% at Swansea.
- £39
- average price
- 115
- driving schools
- 305
- independent instructors
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- test centres
Top driving schools in Wales by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
Masterdrive Driving Academy
Cheapest manual driving school in Wales.
Tilston Training
Highest-rated manual driving school in Wales.
Nigel Richards Driving School
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Wales.
Tilston Training
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Wales.
Driving lessons in Wales
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DMJ Driver Training
Manual
Known for transforming nervous beginners into confident drivers, this school uses a calm, client-centred approach tailored to each learner's pace and abilities. Lessons start at £45/hour with popular block deals: 10 hours for £450, 20 hours for £900, or 30 hours for £1,350—plus 2-hour lessons available at £90. Reviews highlight the instructor's skill at coaching anxious learners through to test-ready in just a few months.
Learner Driving Wales
Manual and automatic
Over 12 years' experience with a focus on nervous learners and those struggling with car control basics. £40/hour or £80 for a 2-hour lesson, with 10-hour blocks at £380. Mock test and remedial training available in your own car for £80 to identify common faults before test day.
Anthony Bradley School of Motoring
Manual
Known for putting nervous learners at ease, this independent school uses a calm and patient teaching approach that has earned consistent five-star reviews from first-time test passers. £45/hour or £435 for a 10-hour block, with a discounted introductory offer of £210 for your first 5 hours. Hazard perception and theory test support, Pass Plus courses, and motorway lessons also available.
Kevin King Driving Lessons
Automatic
Grade A instructor with an excellent reputation and good pass rate, backed by a money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied with any lesson. Structured courses from £40/hour (1.5-hour lessons at £60, two-hour lessons at £80), with block deals from £390 for 10 hours, plus free colour handouts and MyDriveTime app access. Test car hire available for £95 per 2.5-hour session.
Debbie's School of Motoring
Manual
Grade A instructor with 25 years' experience and an excellent pass rate, specialising in nervous learners and one-to-one tuition. £35/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, with student discounts available and a special offer of £30 per lesson for your first two lessons. Refresher courses and motorway lessons also on offer.
Jupiter Driving
Manual
Competitive pricing from £40/hour with a 10-hour block at £380 (saving £20), plus Fast Pass intensive courses available for learners with limited time. Complete courses bundle lessons with both theory and practical test fees, and Pass Plus training is also on offer for new drivers looking to build confidence on motorways and country roads.
Uplands School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
Operating since 1984 with all Grade A instructors trained in-house, this school prioritises teaching safe, confident driving rather than just test passes. £40/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block, with specialist courses including motorway, night driving, and Pass Plus available.
Klutch Kontrol School of Motoring
Manual
£70 for a 2-hour lesson, or £68 per hour with block deals up to 20 hours. Over 100 five-star Google reviews highlight the patient, one-to-one teaching style and relaxed learning environment. Pass Plus courses, motorway lessons, and free theory training via the Total Drive app round out the offering.
Freeway School of Motoring
Manual
Established in 1988, this Cardiff institution has over 30 years of experience teaching relaxed, friendly lessons tailored to individual learners. £34 per hour or £320 for a 10-hour block, with motorway lessons, theory training, hazard perception, and Pass Plus courses also available. Collection and drop-off included.
Driving Portal
Manual and automatic
Flexible lesson lengths from 1 hour to 2 hours at £45–£80, with 10-hour blocks at £400 for both manual and automatic. Intensive courses range from 3 to 8 days (£720–£1920), plus Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons available.
Cardiff Driving School
Manual and automatic
Over 30 years of experience with local instructors who know the area well. Flexible course structures starting at £47.67/hour (12-hour automatic block at £572, or 18-hour starter course at £798), designed so you don't need to take time off work. Minimum 2-hour lessons ensure you get the most from each session without overloading.
MACdriving
Manual
88% pass rate in 2025 with a former primary school teacher bringing 20+ years of teaching experience to the role. £40/hour for standard lessons or £75 for 2 hours, with intensive courses from £600 for 10 hours up to £1800 for 30 hours. Test day includes car use, pre-test lesson, and debrief for £75.
Treboeth driving school
Manual and automatic
Flexible pricing from £45/hour for manual lessons or £50/hour for automatic, with substantial savings on block bookings (10 hours at £435 manual, £490 automatic). Intensive courses tailored to experience level, from recent test fails to complete beginners, all including test fees. Motorway and off-road lessons available alongside free theory support.
Brilliant Driving School
Manual
With 20+ years of combined experience and an 89% pass rate, Brilliant Driving School specialises in managing test-day nerves and tailoring lessons to each learner's pace. Two-hour lessons at £40/hour (or £80 per 2-hour session), with block packages from £325 for 10 hours up to £1,700 for 50 hours. No cancellation fees, and pickup available from home, work, or school.
Alan Whitcombe Driving School
Automatic
Specialising in automatic driving lessons with personalised lesson plans tailored to your pace. Lessons start from £37/hour with discounts available for block bookings, and a friendly, patient teaching approach ensures you progress at your own speed.
Gears Driving Lessons
Manual
Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience, specialising in nervous and anxious learners. £50/hour or £475 for a 10-hour block, with 1.5 and 2-hour lesson options also available. Multiple students pass first time, with testimonials praising Graham's calm, professional teaching style.
Streets Ahead
Manual
Seven years' experience with a Train the Trainer qualification and BTEC Level 4 Professional Coaching for Driver Development. Known for working patiently with nervous drivers at your own pace, plus free theory test training after your first 5 hours. £37/hour for 1.5-hour lessons, or save up to £90 with block deals ranging from £180 (5 hours) to £1,020 (30 hours).
Masterdrive Driving Academy
Manual
Instructor with 30 years of ADI experience and a high pass rate, running this school since 1990. Lessons from £20.95/hour with substantial block discounts: 10 hours for £195, 20 hours for £380, or 30 hours for £562. New drivers get 3 free hours when booking 3 lessons (2 hours each), plus Pass Plus courses available at £120 for 6 hours.
IHM Driving School
Manual and automatic
Max delivers structured, tailored lessons covering both Swansea and Llanelli test centre routes to build your confidence before the practical. At £40/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, you get a personal touch from a small, dedicated school with intensive courses available for those aiming to pass quickly.
1st for Learning
Manual
Over 25 years' experience with modern teaching techniques and early participation in the 2017 driving test trials. £52 for 1.5-hour lessons, or save with block bookings from £257 for 5 lessons up to £999 for 20 lessons. Student and NHS discounts available.
Block booking
Best block deals in Wales
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £75.
How much do driving lessons cost in Wales?
Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 58 driving schools in Wales.
Intensive courses in Wales
Want to pass fast?
47 Wales schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Wales Test Centres and Pass Rates
The three centres in this part of Wales are closely matched. Bridgend leads with a pass rate of 53%, and even Swansea, the lowest at 48%, isn't far off the 50% national average. Waits are about 1½ months across the board, which leaves you free to choose the centre whose roads you know. Llanelli has the best automatic pass rate here at 43%, though that's still a little under Britain's average automatic pass rate of 45%.