Driving Lessons in Wales

£39
average price
116
driving schools
312
independent instructors
3
test centres

Driving schools and instructors in Wales

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Glenn's School Of Motoring

Glenn's School Of Motoring

5(29)

14 years' experience delivering manual lessons to nervous drivers, new drivers, and those preparing for test day. Services include motorway tuition, refresher courses, and Pass Plus courses—contact to discuss pricing and availability.

Manual
40 Moorland Rd, Bargoed CF81 8UJView school
Automatic Driving School Cardiff

Automatic Driving School Cardiff

5(25)
12hrs for £560

Operating for over 30 years, this school focuses on intensive courses structured around your schedule—no need to take time off work or use holidays. The 12-hour course costs £560 (automatic) or £545 (manual), while the 18-hour starter course is £780 (automatic) or £740 (manual), with free theory training included. Local instructors know the area well, and students praise the balanced teaching approach that avoids overloading.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
49 E Tyndall St, Cardiff CF24 5DAView school
Tim Snow Driving School

Tim Snow Driving School

5(18)

Patient instructor who specialises in building confidence from the ground up, starting new learners in quiet environments before progressing to test routes. Covers everything from basic controls through to extended test preparation, with detailed local knowledge of Bangor's trickiest roundabouts and junctions.

Manual
16 Blaen-Y-Wawr, Bangor LL57 4TRView school
SWT Driver Training & Consultancy

SWT Driver Training & Consultancy

5(18)

35 years' experience with ROSPA Gold qualification since 1990, plus regular TV and radio appearances. Stuart Walker specialises in defensive driving, eco driving, and adverse weather courses alongside beginner lessons, with a track record of 21 consecutive HGV passes including 4 clean sheets.

Manual
22 Dean Cl, Wrexham LL13 9EPView school
Pass R Uss Driving School

Pass R Uss Driving School

5(12)
Block bookings available

Grade 5 instructor with an exceptionally high first-time pass rate, offering one-on-one lessons tailored to your pace and schedule. Intensive courses available during holidays, plus Pass Plus and motorway tuition to build confidence after passing. Block booking discounts available; contact for pricing.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
46 Cotswold Way, Newport NP19 9DLView school
Richard Spiers Driving School

Richard Spiers Driving School

5(11)

Over 82% theory test pass rate, more than double the UK average of 41%, backed by a free theory app with official revision questions and hazard perception practice. One-to-one lessons tailored to your pace, with structured teaching programs designed to get you to test standard as quickly and cost-effectively as possible rather than padding hours unnecessarily.

ManualFemale Instructors
25 Bryn De Winton, Brecon LD3 9HLView school
Nigel's School of Motoring

Nigel's School of Motoring

5(6)
Block bookings available

Grade A instructor with 15+ years' experience and a track record of excellent first-attempt pass rates. New drivers get their first lesson at half price when booking a minimum of 5 hours, making it an affordable entry point. Intensive courses available with flexible 2-hour sessions tailored to your schedule, plus Pass Plus courses and refresher lessons for rebuilding confidence.

ManualIntensive
90 Heol Giedd, Ystradgynlais, Swansea SA9 1LUView school
Dragon Driver Training

Dragon Driver Training

5(5)

Nominated for the Intelligent Instructor Awards 2025 Top 100, this Wrexham school trains using Roadcraft principles (the police drivers' handbook) to build safe, systematic habits from day one. Instructor James holds advanced qualifications including RoSPA Advanced Driver, IAM Fellow, and Fleet Driver Trainer certification. At £65 for 1.5-hour lessons, you'll maximise real driving time with minimal stationary work, plus free access to learner apps, theory resources, mock tests, and structured intensive courses.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
15 Pont Yr Afon, Penycae, Wrexham LL14 2PRView school
Evans Driving School

Evans Driving School

5(2)

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
41 Mill Vw, Caerphilly CF83 3SJView school
Go Learn 2 Drive

Go Learn 2 Drive

5(2)
Block bookings available

Ex-Army lorry driver turned instructor with 20+ years' experience, Phil Jones runs this school on a unique Accelerated Learning System designed to get you test-ready in the shortest time possible. The 9 Star Guarantee promises a full refund if you're unhappy with instruction quality, friendliness, patience, or comfort—no questions asked. Block bookings of 10+ lessons unlock substantial discounts, and online payment keeps everything transparent and convenient.

Automatic
Spring Bank Bungalow, Pabo Ln, Llandudno Junction LL31 9QGView school
1st Step School of Motoring

1st Step School of Motoring

5(1)
10hrs for £500

Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience, known for competitive pricing and a refer-a-friend scheme that rewards you with a free hour once your friend completes 10 lessons. Automatic lessons from £60 for 1.5 hours, with intensive courses starting at £500 for 10 hours (including test fee). Flexible pickup and drop-off across a wide area, plus a learner progress diary on your second lesson.

AutomaticIntensive
18 Rees St, Gelli, Pentre CF41 7NFView school
Skids School of Motoring

Skids School of Motoring

5(1)

Grade A instructor with a full electric Golf fitted with dual controls and optional driving aids for learners who need extra support. Established in 2005, this single-instructor school focuses on automatic driving lessons and keeps class sizes small for personalized attention.

Automatic
35 Pinewood Cl, Newport NP20 6WRView school
Swansea School of Motoring

Swansea School of Motoring

5(1)
Block bookings available

Known for welcoming nervous learners with patient instruction and an excellent pass rate. Student discounts and block booking deals available, plus Pass Plus courses and tailor-made intensive courses with free theory test tuition included.

ManualIntensive
14 Clos Yr Onnen, Tregof Village, Llansamlet, Swansea SA7 0NXView school
XLR8 Auto Cymru Driving School

XLR8 Auto Cymru Driving School

5(1)

Specialists in supporting learners on the autism spectrum, as well as those with dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, and high anxiety. Automatic driving lessons and intensive courses available, with motorway training and post-accident support also on offer. Open 8am–8pm daily for bookings.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
32 Upper Francis St, Abertridwr, Caerphilly CF83 4DUView school
Klutch Kontrol School of Motoring

Klutch Kontrol School of Motoring

5
20hrs for £1360

£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.

ManualEveningsWeekends
90 Leslie Terrace, Porth CF39 9TEView school
NEILdriving

NEILdriving

5
Block bookings available

Former secondary school teacher with 25 years' experience now bringing those skills to driving instruction. Flexible lesson lengths from 1 hour to 2 hours, with a 6-hour package (four 1.5-hour lessons) offering maximum discount. Test car available for regular learners, plus intensive sessions for those who've already driven and want last-minute test preparation.

ManualIntensiveTest car available
20 Crescent Gardens, Newtown SY16 2HFView school
Paul Burden Driving School

Paul Burden Driving School

5
Block bookings available

High first-time pass rate with a reputation for excellent results. One-to-one lessons tailored to individual ability, plus motorway and Pass Plus courses available. Block booking discounts on 10 or 20-lesson packages with flexible pickup and drop-off from home, school, or workplace.

Manual
3 Pantyffynnon Rd, Ystradgynlais, Swansea SA9 1EUView school
JS Driving Tuition

JS Driving Tuition

5
Block bookings available

Former HGV professional with hundreds of thousands of miles on the road, James brings a calm and patient approach to automatic driving lessons. Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off included, plus block booking discounts and mock tests to build confidence before your test.

Automatic
23 Chestnut View, Kerry, Newtown SY16 4PRView school
APS Driving School

APS Driving School

5
Block bookings available

Grade A instructor with a strong track record supporting nervous learners, evidenced by multiple first-time pass testimonials and a welcoming approach to anxious pupils. One-to-one tuition with door-to-door pickup, refresher courses, and block booking discounts available; Pass Plus courses also on offer.

Manual
27 Tyn Rhos, Estate, Penysarn LL69 9BZView school
JW Driver Training

JW Driver Training

4.9(113)

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.

ManualAutomatic
West Way Park, W Way Rd, Alexandra Docks, Newport NP20 2PQView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Wales?

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

Typical
£41
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £30
1
£30–35
4
£35–40
19
£40–45
20
£45–50
12

Based on prices from 56 driving schools in Wales.

Intensive courses in Wales

Want to pass fast?

48 Wales schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Wales Test Centres and Pass Rates

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%.

53%

Bridgend

6,938 tests taken
Women52.9%
Men53.2%
Automatic48.9%
52%

Swansea

10,590 tests taken
Women53.3%
Men51.3%
Automatic42.3%
51%

Llanelli

3,442 tests taken
Women51.1%
Men50.9%
Automatic48.1%

Areas in Wales