Driving Lessons in Wales
From £20.95/hr·Average £39/hr
Wales's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Wales
116 schools
Cardiff Driving School
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.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,...
Treads Driving School
Flexible intensive driving courses from £35/hour or £320 for 10 hours, with options ranging from 10 to 40 hours depending on your experience level. Courses can be completed in a week or spread over months, and include theory and practical test booking. Pass Plus courses also available at £210.Flexible intensive driving courses from £35/hour or £320 for 10 hours, with options ranging from 10 to 40 hours depending on your experience level. Courses can...
Magnet Driving School
Experienced instructor specialising in nervous learners and students with dyslexia and dyspraxia, offering one-to-one lessons in a relaxed, structured environment. £37/hour or £350 for a 10-hour block, with an introductory 1.5-hour lesson at £30 for new drivers. Pass Plus motorway courses also available at £40/hour.Experienced instructor specialising in nervous learners and students with dyslexia and dyspraxia, offering one-to-one lessons in a relaxed, structured...
Shane & Jesse's Driving School
Manual lessons at £35/hour or £340 for 10 hours; automatic lessons at £55 per 1.5 hours or £430 for 10 hours, with 20-hour blocks also available. Patient instructors focus on building real-world driving confidence, not just test passes, backed by hundreds of successful learners.Manual lessons at £35/hour or £340 for 10 hours; automatic lessons at £55 per 1.5 hours or £430 for 10 hours, with 20-hour blocks also available. Patient...
JW Driver Training
A multi-service training provider with experienced instructors delivering learner driving lessons alongside HGV, PCV, and specialist courses. Customer reviews highlight first-time passes and patient, patient teaching styles, with Sam and Gareth particularly praised for their approachable methods. Based in South Wales with a rapidly growing team of trainers.A multi-service training provider with experienced instructors delivering learner driving lessons alongside HGV, PCV, and specialist courses. Customer reviews...
Autolearners
Grade A instructor with over 30 years' experience, including training for Swansea City Football Players. £42/hour or £80 for a 2-hour lesson, with a 10-hour block at £385. Price-match guarantee ensures you won't find cheaper rates locally; the school reviews competitors weekly and pledges to beat or match any reputable rival.Grade A instructor with over 30 years' experience, including training for Swansea City Football Players. £42/hour or £80 for a 2-hour lesson, with a 10-hour...
Streets Ahead
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).Seven years' experience with a Train the Trainer qualification and BTEC Level 4 Professional Coaching for Driver Development. Known for working patiently with...
Abacus Driving School
Known for intensive driving courses that get learners test-ready fast—one recent student passed first time after just over a month of lessons. £30/hour with block deals available at 10, 15, and 20-hour packages, plus Pass Plus courses and refresher options to suit different learning goals.Known for intensive driving courses that get learners test-ready fast—one recent student passed first time after just over a month of lessons. £30/hour with...
Chequered Flag Driving School
One-to-one lessons at £40/hour or £75 for two hours, with a 10-hour block at £355—no hidden charges. Free access to Theory Test Pro included, plus Pass Plus courses available after you pass. Relaxed, encouraging atmosphere with experienced instructors who focus on building confidence rather than rushing through lessons.One-to-one lessons at £40/hour or £75 for two hours, with a 10-hour block at £355—no hidden charges. Free access to Theory Test Pro included, plus Pass Plus...
MACdriving
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 £75.88% 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...
Brian Cochrans Driving School
Mandy's Driving School
Patient instructor with 15+ years' experience and an outstanding first-time pass rate, highly recommended across the area. Offers regular lessons, refresher courses, and theory test support, welcoming all abilities. Multiple five-star reviews highlight her calm teaching style and student success.Patient instructor with 15+ years' experience and an outstanding first-time pass rate, highly recommended across the area. Offers regular lessons, refresher...
Evans Driving School
Manual driving lessons with experienced instructors and excellent pass rates. Flexible scheduling and affordable pricing make this school accessible for learners of all levels, with spaces available for March and April.Manual driving lessons with experienced instructors and excellent pass rates. Flexible scheduling and affordable pricing make this school accessible for...
Evolved Automatic Driving School
Patient instructor specialising in automatic lessons for learners of all ages and abilities, including those returning to driving after a break. £40/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with a minimum lesson duration of 90 minutes. Covers theory training, refresher lessons, and Show Me/Tell Me question preparation.Patient instructor specialising in automatic lessons for learners of all ages and abilities, including those returning to driving after a break. £40/hour or...
RH School of Motoring
Over 20 years of driving instruction experience at £33/hour, with a special introductory deal: your first five hours for just £100. Friendly and reliable instruction in Pontypridd and surrounding areas.Over 20 years of driving instruction experience at £33/hour, with a special introductory deal: your first five hours for just £100. Friendly and reliable...
Navigator Driver Training
Established in 2013, Navigator Driver Training stands out for instructor John Reynolds' exceptional credentials: ROSPA Gold Advanced Driver Trainer, Driving Instructor Trainer, and Blue Lamp Trust Taxi Driver Assessor. The school achieved a 98% first-time pass rate in 2023 with 100% on second attempts. Lessons start from £38/hour, with free theory practice software, digital Highway Code, and Traffic Signs booklet included.Established in 2013, Navigator Driver Training stands out for instructor John Reynolds' exceptional credentials: ROSPA Gold Advanced Driver Trainer, Driving...
Barry's School of Motoring
Operating since 1986, Barry's School of Motoring has built an excellent reputation teaching generations of the same family across North Wales. One-to-one lessons in a Ford Puma St Line with dual controls focus on safe, skillful driving for life, not just test passing. Patient and reassuring instruction has earned consistent five-star reviews from nervous and anxious learners.Operating since 1986, Barry's School of Motoring has built an excellent reputation teaching generations of the same family across North Wales. One-to-one...
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Wales Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 3 nearby test centres
Men and women performed almost identically across Wales's three test centres, with pass rates within 2% of each other at each location. The coastal roads around Swansea and Llanelli feature plenty of roundabouts and dual carriageways, while Bridgend sits at a major junction of the M4 corridor with its associated busy A-roads. Bridgend achieved the highest pass rate at 53.1%, with Swansea at 52.1% and Llanelli at 51%. 20,970 tests were taken across all three centres between 2024 and 2025, with Swansea handling half of these. Automatic drivers found reasonable success rates of 42.3% to 48.9%.
Bridgend
6,938 tests takenSwansea
10,590 tests takenLlanelli
3,442 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgend | 52.9% | 53.2% | 48.9% | 53.1% | 6,938 |
| Swansea | 53.3% | 51.3% | 42.3% | 52.1% | 10,590 |
| Llanelli | 51.1% | 50.9% | 48.1% | 51.0% | 3,442 |