Driving Lessons in West Sussex
West Sussex spans multiple areas with 75 driving schools and 170 independent driving instructors throughout the region. Lesson prices average £42 per hour, slightly above the national average, and schools hold a 4.8-star rating. Female driving instructors are available at 15 schools, with 37 independent female driving instructors also working across the region. Regional test centres show strong performance overall, with Chichester at 61.6% and Worthing at 59.8% according to the latest DVSA data.
- £42
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- driving schools
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- independent instructors
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- test centres
Driving lessons in West Sussex
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Drive with Mike
Manual
Instructor since 2016 with a patient, confidence-focused approach and strong Google reviews praising his teaching methods and ability to identify areas for improvement. £41/hour or £375 for 10 hours and £720 for 20 hours, with no extra charges for test day or weekend/evening lessons. Pick-up and drop-off included to home, workplace, or school.
GB Driving
Manual
Single-instructor school run by Giles Blanch, known for helping anxious learners build confidence through patient, structured tuition and mock test runs. £39/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour test preparation sessions at £60. One satisfied student credits Giles with eliminating driving anxiety and delivering a methodical approach to each manoeuvre.
SmoothDrive
Manual and automatic
SmoothDrive offers 2-hour lessons at £50/hour, with a 10-hour package at £450 (£45/hour) and reduced rates of £45/hour after your first 5 lessons. Test day costs £90 if you've completed at least 10 hours with the school, or £400 for short-notice bookings (requires a passed mock test 48 hours prior). Mock tests and assessments are available at £50 for 1 hour to build confidence before your test.
AI Driving School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
Flexible pricing from £45/hour or £440 for a 10-hour block, with beginner lessons available at £60 for a discounted first session. Two-hour lessons (£90) are their most popular option, and motorway lessons plus Pass Plus courses are also available. Intensive courses fill up quickly, so early booking is recommended.
Drive Solution
Manual and automatic
Drive Solution caters to learners of all abilities with multilingual instructors, female instructors available, and extensive experience supporting pupils with special needs. Pay-as-you-go lessons at £40/hour (2-hour blocks) or 10-hour blocks from £380, plus test car hire from £120 including a 1.5-hour pre-test lesson and pick-up/drop-off. Local instructors know the test routes well and offer flexible scheduling including evening and night lessons.
Smart Drive UK
Manual
A large multi-area driving school with instructors across the South and expanding into northern England. The page lists extensive coverage but lacks specific pricing, instructor credentials, pass rates, or teaching approach details needed to assess quality or value.

Marcelle Lindsay Cooke
Manual
I’ve been teaching manual car lessons for 21years now. I’m very patient and love helping all my pupils feel comfortable and gain confidence with their driving and abilities. I can help with any level of driving experience, or beginners or pupils passed their tests and need help with manoeuvres or roundabouts or any specific issues.
Green Light School
Automatic
Automatic driving specialist since 2017 with a focus on building confidence through calm, personalised instruction. Simon tailors his teaching method to each learner's pace and style, with 2-hour lessons at £45 or a 10-hour block at £180. Test day packages include a 1-hour warm-up lesson, use of a modern Toyota Yaris, pick-up and drop-off, plus insurance.
Get Driving Faster
Manual and automatic
Built on a pledge to get learners test-ready without endless lessons, Get Driving Faster sets clear goals and estimated test dates from day one. £48/hour (£46 for students), or £230 for 5 hours and £460 for 10 hours when paid upfront. Pass Plus courses available at £300.
Nick Lee Driving
Manual
Over 90 five-star Facebook reviews and 20 years of consistent results since 2004. £50/hour or £450 for a 10-hour block, with lessons valid for 6 months. Nick prioritises safety and gets results for learners who book in advance.
GetIn2Gear
Manual
Known for building confidence in anxious and nervous learners, Jon Chapman has a first-time pass rate well above the national average across 15+ years of teaching. £30/hour for single lessons, or £29/hour within a 10-hour block (£290) and £28/hour for 20 hours (£560). His patient, encouraging approach and ability to relate driving to learners' interests make him particularly effective with those struggling with anxiety or self-doubt.
Drive with Jim
Manual
Over 20 years' experience teaching nervous and confident learners alike in the Worthing area, with a flexible approach that matches your pace. £40/hour or £330 for a 10-hour beginner block, plus Pass Plus courses available.
Top Marks Driving School
Manual
Grade A instructor with 30 years' experience and an excellent pass rate. £38/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, plus NHS discounts available (£37/hour) and student rates. Under 17s can book the Dunsfold Combo Pack at £210 for 2 hours at the aerodrome track plus 2 hours on the road.
Jerry's Driving School
Manual
Motor trade background combined with a relaxed, structured teaching approach focused on building confident, safer drivers for life. £47.50 per hour or £85 for a 2-hour lesson; block booking 10 lessons (20 hours) for £850 saves £100. Pass Plus courses also available, with flexible payment plans and a 48-hour refund policy if you cancel.
Alan Pontet Driving Tuition
Automatic
Grade B instructor with 16 years of commercial driving experience and a teaching track record since 1991, bringing practical expertise to every lesson. £45/hour or £435 for a 10-hour block, with flexible 1, 1.5, and 2-hour lesson options available Monday to Friday. Alan works solo without sub-contractors, so you'll always have the same instructor throughout your learning.
YA Driving School
Manual
Independent instructor with 250+ safe drivers trained, offering £35/hour lessons or a 10-hour block for £350. Test day packages include a 2-hour warm-up, dual-controlled car hire, and instructor debrief attendance for £149, plus 1-week intensive courses and Pass Plus training available.
Route 1 Driving Tuition
Manual
£45 per hour or £420 for a 10-hour block. Route 1 teaches nervous beginners through to advanced drivers, with modern air-conditioned cars fitted with dual controls and regularly cleaned. The school also offers refresher courses and motorway tuition for learners looking to build confidence beyond test-day skills.
Learntodrive Crawley
Manual and automatic
Operating for over seven years with a relaxed, pace-matched approach to learning. Two-hour lessons at £85 or from £36/hour in block deals (10-hour package £391, 20-hour £765, 40-hour £1445 with up to 15% savings), plus a 50% introductory offer on your first lesson. Lessons can progress into your own vehicle once you're comfortable with the basics.
Able1st
Manual and automatic
Independent instructor Geoff Ford keeps detailed progress records so you always know exactly where you stand in your learning. Automatic driving lessons from £60/hour, with patient, tailored tuition structured to your pace rather than the instructor's. Pickup and dropoff within 5 miles included, plus Pass Plus courses available.
Mark Bracey Driving Academy
Manual
Qualified instructor since 1994 with an excellent pass rate, offering flexible lesson lengths from 60 to 120 minutes plus motorway tuition. Standard rates are £44/hour or £42/hour for students, with a 10-hour block deal at £400. Pass Plus courses available after you've passed your test.
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How much do driving lessons cost in West Sussex?
Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 41 driving schools in West Sussex.
Intensive courses in West Sussex
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13 West Sussex schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
West Sussex Test Centres and Pass Rates
Measured against Britain's average pass rate of 50%, West Sussex has a wide split. Chichester is the clear leader, with a pass rate of 62%, the best automatic pass rate nearby at 55%, and the shortest wait, about a month. Crawley is at the other end on every count: its pass rate of 43% ranks in the bottom 10% of centres in Britain, and it has the longest wait, about 4 months. Chichester is only a real alternative if you can learn on its roads, but where that's possible the figures favour it strongly.
Chichester
6,672 tests taken · typical wait 1 monthWorthing
8,495 tests taken · typical wait 3 monthsBurgess Hill
11,237 tests taken · typical wait 3 monthsCrawley
11,305 tests taken · typical wait 4 months| Test Centre | Pass rate | Tests | Typical wait | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Manual | Automatic | |||
| Chichester | 61.6% | 63.3% | 54.7% | 6,672 | 1 month |
| Worthing | 59.8% | 61.6% | 54.4% | 8,495 | 3 months |
| Burgess Hill | 45.5% | 47.0% | 40.4% | 11,237 | 3 months |
| Crawley | 42.7% | 44.3% | 39.0% | 11,305 | 4 months |