Driving Lessons in West Midlands

£35
average price
149
driving schools
258
independent instructors
15
test centres

Driving schools and instructors in West Midlands

Showing 120 of 149
Driving School J10

Driving School J10

5(270)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

£50 for 1.5-hour lessons or £68 for 2-hour sessions, with 10-hour block deals at £340. Instructors are fluent in Hindi, Punjabi, and English, making this school particularly welcoming for multilingual learners. Five-star reviews highlight quality training adapted to individual learning styles, with mock tests available to build confidence before your test day.

Manual
Speaks Hindi, Punjabi
41 Lewis St, Wolverhampton, Bilston WV14 7LZView school
Pass and Go Premium Driving School

Pass and Go Premium Driving School

5(235)
From £35/hr10hrs for £320Save £30

Family-run school since 2005 with very high first-time pass rates and detailed knowledge of local test centres. £35/hour for standard lessons, or £320 for a 10-hour block; intensive courses from £225 (5 hours) to £1800 (40 hours) at £45/hour. Test car rental included with practical test packages, plus Pass Plus courses available.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
King's Heath, Birmingham B14 7BZView school
Friendly Driving School

Friendly Driving School

5(169)
From £30/hr10hrs for £400

From £30/hour for manual lessons or £35/hour for automatic driving lessons, with a 5-day intensive course available at £400 for 10 hours. Test car hire costs £120 including a 1-hour pre-test lesson, and motorway lessons are offered at £35/hour or £70 for 2 hours. The school emphasizes high pass rates and quick confidence building across all lesson types.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
Granby Ave, Garrett's Green, Birmingham B33 0TJView school
Right Drive Academy

Right Drive Academy

5(150)
From £37/hr10hrs for £350Save £20

Specialists in intensive driving courses with a proven track record of high first-time pass rates. £37/hour for manual lessons or £42/hour for automatic, with 10-hour block deals at £350 (manual) or £400 (automatic). Test day car available for £150, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway training on offer.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
20 Devonshire Rd, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham B20 2PQView school
Car Test Driving School

Car Test Driving School

5(142)
From £22/hr10hrs for £180Save £40

Instructors with professional driving backgrounds and 5+ years' experience teach in a calm, relaxed environment. The 'Guaranteed Passed' package at £1,895 includes unlimited lessons, tests, and test car hire until you pass, while single lessons start at £22/hour or £40 for two hours; a 30-hour intensive course is £700 including exam and hire car fees.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
364 Ladypool Rd, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 8JYView school
Amin's Driving Academy

Amin's Driving Academy

5(101)
From £32/hr10hrs for £310Save £10

Patient instructor with a track record of first-time passes, including students who switched after struggling with previous instructors. £32/hour or £310 for a 10-lesson package, with mock tests, motorway lessons, and advanced driving courses also available.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
26 Edendale Rd, Birmingham B26 3ABView school
Luxury Driving School

Luxury Driving School

5(96)
From £50/hr10hrs for £390Save £110

Automatic lessons from £50/hour with 10-hour blocks at £390, plus a guaranteed pass intensive course option at £500 for 10 hours. Pass Plus courses also available at £400 for 8 hours. Expert instructors deliver tailored tuition across beginner, intermediate, and refresher programs with flexible scheduling to suit your pace.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
125 Burleigh Rd, Wolverhampton WV3 0HJView school
MA SAFI Driving School

MA SAFI Driving School

5(93)
From £36/hr10hrs for £340Save £20

MA SAFI focuses on first-time passes with patient, professional instruction and a calm teaching style that learners consistently praise. Manual lessons from £36/hour or £340 for 10 hours; automatic from £40/hour or £365 for 10 hours. Theory support also available from £7/hour, plus a beginners' taster session at £52.50 (manual) or £56 (automatic) for those new to driving.

ManualAutomatic
27 St Austell Rd, Coventry CV2 5AFView school
Wythall Driving School

Wythall Driving School

5(92)
From £40/hr6hrs for £270

Standard lessons at £40/hour cover manual or automatic driving, with Pass Plus advanced courses (£270 for 6 hours) available to build confidence beyond test level. Motorway driving tuition and specialised taxi training round out a varied course selection designed to develop safe, confident drivers.

ManualAutomatic
Burnham Rd, Wythall, Birmingham B47 6ATView school
PSL Drive

PSL Drive

5(92)
From £36/hr10hrs for £310Save £50

Motorway driving specialist with instructors known for calm, professional teaching that builds confidence quickly. Multiple students report passing within weeks, with one learner passing first-time after just two weeks of intensive lessons. £36/hour for manual or £37/hour for automatic, with 10-hour block deals at £310 (manual) or £340 (automatic).

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomatic
1 Witley Ave, Halesowen B63 4DNView school
Blinkers Driving School

Blinkers Driving School

5(70)
From £35/hr10hrs for £320Save £30

Founded in 2023, this school emphasises high first-time pass rates backed by instructor familiarity with local test centres and routes. Standard lessons start at £35/hour with block deals from £99 for 3 hours up to £320 for 10 hours; intensive courses range from £225 (5 hours) to £1800 (40 hours) at £45/hour, with 50% upfront payment required.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
38 Hemisphere, The Boulevard, Edgbaston, Birmingham B5 7SBView school
PDA Perform Driving Academy

PDA Perform Driving Academy

5(69)
From £35/hr5hrs for £170Save £5

£35/hour for single lessons or £170–£175 for 5-hour blocks, with intensive courses available to pass in as little as one week. Free theory help and 7-day availability mean you can book today and start tomorrow. Real-time online progress tracking keeps you informed throughout your learning journey.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
191 Wardend Rd, Washwood Heath, Birmingham B8 2QYView school
RKJ Automatic Driving School

RKJ Automatic Driving School

5(68)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Intensive automatic driving courses with test booking and dual-control car hire included; 10 hours with test booking costs £800, or 40 hours for £2000. Two-hour lesson slots maximise focus and retention, with free pick-up and drop-off across the region and no surcharges for evenings or weekends. Pay cash or card directly to your instructor at the start of each lesson.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
36 Westbury Ave, Wednesbury WS10 9RUView school
Aceway Driving School

Aceway Driving School

5(68)
From £32/hr5hrs for £160

Winner of Best Driving School Award 2025 in Birmingham with over 25 years' experience and 65 years of combined instructor expertise. First 2 hours cost £60 for manual or £62 for automatic, then £32-£33 per hour for 5-hour blocks; a triple guarantee includes 100% satisfaction refund, free second test if you fail your first (mock pass required), and a free refresher lesson within 2 years of passing. Multilingual instructors, nervous driver support, and high first-time pass rates make this school particularly strong for learners seeking confidence and local road knowledge.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Southfield Rd, Birmingham B16 0JLView school
TK Driving School

TK Driving School

5(67)
From £33/hrBlock bookings available

£66 for a two-hour basic package, or £70 for priority booking that gets you faster lesson slots if you're testing soon. The intensive 'Crashed Package' at £80 for two hours (with eight more hours to arrange) offers the highest priority and suits learners preparing for an imminent test, while flexible scheduling lets you book remaining sessions with your chosen instructor.

ManualIntensive
107 Smith St, Coventry CV6 5EHView school
MiAuto Driving School

MiAuto Driving School

5(66)
From £37/hr10hrs for £350Save £20

Founded on a vision to revolutionize driver training through safety and individualized instruction, MiAuto specializes in automatic driving lessons with flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends. At £37/hour or £350 for a 10-hour block, lessons are tailored to each learner's style, with Pass Plus courses, motorway training, and refresher lessons also available. One student praised the instructor's patient, calm approach and constructive feedback that boosted confidence and led to a test pass.

EveningsWeekendsAutomatic
Blakesley Rd, Birmingham B25 8RYView school
PassLand Driving School

PassLand Driving School

5(65)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

Calm and patient instructor with multiple first-time pass reviews praising his clear explanations and confidence-building approach. £35/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, with flexible scheduling to suit your pace.

Manual
Exford Cl, Brierley Hill DY5 3PZView school
Now Pass Driving School

Now Pass Driving School

5(54)
From £35/hr10hrs for £350

Competitive hourly rates from £35 for students and NHS staff, with block booking discounts across 10, 15, and 20-hour packages. Intensive courses range from 3 to 10 days and include the practical test fee, with a retake guarantee at just £32 if you don't pass first time. Tailored instruction for learners with zero confidence, plus pre-test and post-test lessons to build safe, responsible driving skills.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Caroline St, Birmingham B2 0TYView school
Pass Track

Pass Track

5(52)92% pass rate
From £35/hr5hrs for £210

A Birmingham institution with a 92% pass rate and 2000+ five-star reviews, Pass Track offers flexible learning through regular weekly lessons, intensive courses, or a Guaranteed Pass option with unlimited tuition and three test attempts. Pay-as-you-go at £35/hour, block courses from £210 for 5 hours, or the Guaranteed Pass package at £3500 total; test car hire available for £100.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
40 Madeley Rd, Sparkbrook, Birmingham B11 1UXView school
Godwins Driving School

Godwins Driving School

5(44)71% pass rate
From £41/hr10hrs for £400Save £10

Police Advanced Driver with 32 years' experience and a current 71% first-time pass rate. £41/hour for manual lessons or £40/hour in a 10-lesson block; automatic lessons at £44/hour. Specialises in nervous drivers, defensive driving, motorway techniques, and PassPlus courses, with a brand new Audi A3 automatic fitted with dual controls and reversing camera.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomatic
Blaydon Ave, The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield B75 5TEView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in West Midlands?

Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.

Typical
£36
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £30
4
£30–35
23
£35–40
45
£40–45
5
£45–50
3

Based on prices from 80 driving schools in West Midlands.

Intensive courses in West Midlands

Want to pass fast?

71 West Midlands schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

West Midlands Test Centres and Pass Rates

Winchester proves most challenging in the Whitchurch area at 47.9% passes, while Basingstoke excels at 56.9% across 3 centres that saw 12,345 tests between 2024 and 2025. The medieval streets of Winchester, with their tight corners and one-way systems, contrast sharply with Basingstoke's modern road layout and spacious roundabouts. Men slightly outperformed women at most centres, ranging from 47.8% to 58.5% compared to 48% to 54.8%. Automatic pass rates varied from 44.1% to 52%, suggesting the different road types across these Hampshire towns suit various learning approaches.

58%

Birmingham (Shirley)

9,582 tests taken
Women56.6%
Men59.1%
Automatic53.4%
53%

Nuneaton

6,634 tests taken
Women51.9%
Men53.0%
Automatic46.5%
49%

Lichfield

8,490 tests taken
Women46.8%
Men50.2%
Automatic44.1%
48%

Warwick (Wedgenock House)

10,900 tests taken
Women46.1%
Men50.3%
Automatic43.7%
48%

Hinckley

3,465 tests taken
Women49.1%
Men47.6%
Automatic43.1%
47%

Birmingham (Kings Heath)

8,488 tests taken
Women44.7%
Men48.9%
Automatic45.3%
47%

Redditch

4,660 tests taken
Women47.9%
Men45.5%
Automatic43.9%
46%

Dudley

11,354 tests taken
Women43.0%
Men48.2%
Automatic39.8%
45%

Birmingham (Kingstanding)

17,909 tests taken
Women41.5%
Men47.7%
Automatic42.4%
42%

Coventry

9,102 tests taken
Women40.5%
Men43.6%
Automatic37.6%

Areas in West Midlands