Driving Lessons in Worthing

Worthing's 18 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors benefit from the town's exceptional test centre performance. The Worthing centre achieved a 58.8% pass rate in 2024-25, well above the national average. Schools charge £30 to £50 per hour, averaging £41, and maintain an excellent 4.9-star average rating. Automatic driving lessons are available at 7 schools, 4 schools offer female driving instructors, and there are 5 independent female driving instructors.

£41
average price
18
driving schools
40
independent instructors
1
test centre

Driving schools and instructors in Worthing

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GetIn2Gear

GetIn2Gear

5
From £30/hr10hrs for £290Save £10

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.

Manual
10 Hill Barn Ln, Worthing BN14 9QBView school
Drive with Jim

Drive with Jim

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £330Save £70

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.

Manual
16 Offington Dr, Worthing BN14 9PNView school
YA Driving School

YA Driving School

5
From £35/hr10hrs for £350

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.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Lansdowne Rd, Worthing BN11 4NAView school
Route 1 Driving Tuition

Route 1 Driving Tuition

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £420Save £30

£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.

Manual
29 Bodmin Rd, Worthing BN13 3HEView school
SmoothDrive

SmoothDrive

5
From £50/hr10hrs for £450Save £50

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.

ManualAutomaticTest car available
4 Barton Cl, Worthing BN13 1NGView school
Able1st

Able1st

5
From £35/hr

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.

ManualAutomatic
Chesham Cl, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing BN12 4BJView school
BeWise Driving School

BeWise Driving School

5
From £44/hr10hrs for £400Save £40

Specialises in nervous drivers with safe off-road practice areas for your first lessons, allowing you to build confidence before tackling public roads. One-to-one tuition tailored to your learning pace, with a Grade A instructor offering patient, calm tuition over 10 years' experience. £44/hour or £40 per lesson on a 10-hour block, with intensive courses and motorway training also available.

AutomaticIntensive
4 Ferring Ln, Ferring, Worthing BN12 6QYView school
Flypass Driving School

Flypass Driving School

5
From £40/hr

Independent instructor Sue delivers calm, patient lessons tailored to each learner's pace, with a focus on building confidence from day one. Flexible pay-as-you-go pricing at £40/hour for 1, 1.5, or 2-hour lessons, plus motorway training and post-test refresher courses available for qualified drivers.

ManualFemale Instructors
39 Hythe Rd, Worthing BN11 5DFView school
AI Driving School of Motoring

AI Driving School of Motoring

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £440Save £10

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.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
36A, New Broadway, Tarring Rd, West Worthing, Worthing BN11 4HPView school
JSM Driving School

JSM Driving School

5
From £50/hr

Jason brings 29 years of car mechanic experience and advanced Roadcraft training to learner lessons at £50/hour, with flexible intensive options from 1.5 to 3 hours. Multiple first-time pass reviews highlight his patience with nervous learners and non-native English speakers. Pass Plus courses and motorway training also available for newly qualified drivers.

AutomaticIntensive
56 Broadwater St W, Broadwater, Worthing BN14 9APView school
Bee Happy Driving

Bee Happy Driving

4.7
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

Barbara has been instructing since 2004 and teaches with a focus on building confidence alongside test-passing skills, using varied teaching techniques tailored to individual needs. Multiple first-time pass reviews highlight her patient, calm approach. At £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour introductory block, lessons include use of a 2021 Kia Rio with dual controls, dashboard cameras for training feedback, and test car hire available for £80.

ManualFemale InstructorsTest car available
1 The Causeway, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing BN12 6FAView school
Moyn's Driving School

Moyn's Driving School

5

Former BSM-trained instructor with a latest-generation Ford Fiesta ST Line and dual controls for safety. 130 five-star reviews highlight his patience, punctuality, and ability to build confidence in nervous learners. Contact for current lesson rates and block booking deals.

ManualEveningsWeekendsTest car available
Palatine Rd, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing BN12 6JPView school
Quick Learners

Quick Learners

5

Sarah Quick brings a calm, patient teaching style that learners consistently praise for building confidence and delivering first-time passes. 1.5-hour lessons at £66 each, with Pass Plus courses available at £264 for 6 hours. Known for working with nervous drivers, complete beginners, and those seeking refresher lessons or mock tests.

ManualFemale Instructors
Corfe Cl, Worthing BN13 3QRView school
DriverStation

DriverStation

5
10hrs for £375

DriverStation backs every learner with a Driving Test Pass Promise: if you don't pass first time, they'll cover the cost of your second test. £50 for a 90-minute introductory lesson, then £375 for a 10-hour block, with patient instructors focused on real progress and honest guidance rather than time-wasting.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticFemale Instructors
27 Hildon Cl, Worthing BN13 2SPView school
2Drive

2Drive

4.9

Patient instructor with strong testimonials including first-time passes and zero-minor results. Specialises in automatic driving lessons with intensive and semi-intensive courses available, plus mock tests to build confidence before your test day.

AutomaticIntensive
The Blvd, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing BN12 6BSView school
Smart Drive UK

Smart Drive UK

4.9

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.

Manual
18 Silver Birch Dr, Worthing BN13 3PPView school
Frank Judah

Frank Judah

4.5

Grade A instructor with 16+ years' experience and a higher-than-average pass rate, known for putting anxious drivers at ease with patience and humour. Mock tests prepare pupils thoroughly for their test day. Member of three driving instructor associations and regularly attends seminars to stay current with client-centred learning methods.

Manual
43 Adversane Rd, Worthing BN14 7QJView school
Let's Get Going! Driving Lessons In Worthing

Let's Get Going! Driving Lessons In Worthing

3.6
Manual
15 Burlington Rd, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing BN12 6DBView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Worthing?

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

Typical
£43
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £40
3
£40–45
4
£45–50
4

Based on prices from 11 driving schools in Worthing.

Intensive courses in Worthing

Want to pass fast?

5 Worthing schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Worthing Test Centres and Pass Rates

7,766 tests were taken in Worthing from 2024 to 2025, with this single centre delivering an excellent 58.8% pass rate that's well above average. The coastal town's mix of wide seafront roads and narrow residential streets in areas like Tarring provides good variety, though the busy A27 bypass and complex Lyons Farm roundabout can challenge new drivers. Automatic learners achieved a 52.9% pass rate, while women passed at 56.5% compared to men at 60.9%. The generally flat terrain and clear road markings help boost success rates here.

59%

Worthing

7,766 tests taken
Women56.5%
Men60.9%
Automatic53.0%

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