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
- 3
- 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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1st Stop School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
£37.50/hour or £365 for a 10-hour block (students £36.50/hour or £360), plus 20 and 30-hour intensive courses from £750. Family-run for over 22 years with an exceptional pass rate well above the national average, backed by Trustpilot's 'Excellent' rating and glowing reviews praising instructor Jason's calm, patient teaching style. Pass Plus courses also available to boost confidence after passing your test.
RoadRunner School of Motoring
Manual
Instructor Craig Mordecai has built a reputation for high-quality tuition and excellent pass rates since qualifying in 1996. Beginners pay £35/hour (or £70 for 2 hours), while experienced drivers start with an assessment lesson at £35/hour followed by single hours at the same rate or 10-hour blocks at £350. Motorway lessons, Pass Plus courses, and refresher tuition are also available.
Tilston Training
Manual
Grade A instructors with 19 years' experience and over 600 five-star reviews across Facebook, Google, and Yell. Some pupils pass first time after just six lessons, with one of the highest pass rates in the country. Bespoke mini intensive courses built around your requirements, plus Pass Plus courses available for newly qualified drivers.
Nigel Richards Driving School
Manual and automatic
Established over 30 years ago, this school has trained two generations of drivers with a methodology continuously refined to match current test standards. Lessons are available in 1, 1.5, or 2-hour slots, with block packages of 10, 20, 30, or 40 hours offering excellent discounts—call to discuss pricing and what suits your needs. Semi-intensive options let you build learning in stages around theory test timing, and the team includes both male and female instructors trained by Nigel or his accomplished former pupil Nick Roberts.
Barry's School of Motoring
Manual
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.
Glenn's School Of Motoring
Manual
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.
Tim Snow Driving School
Manual
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.
SWT Driver Training & Consultancy
Manual
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.
Pass R Uss Driving School
Manual
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.
Richard Spiers Driving School
Manual
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.
Dragon Driver Training
Manual and automatic
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.
Evans Driving School
Manual
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.
Go Learn 2 Drive
Automatic
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.
Skids School of Motoring
Automatic
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.
Swansea School of Motoring
Manual
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.
XLR8 Auto Cymru Driving School
Automatic
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.
NEILdriving
Manual
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.
Paul Burden Driving School
Manual
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.
JS Driving Tuition
Automatic
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.
APS Driving School
Manual
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.
Block booking
Best block deals in Wales
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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%.