Driving Lessons in West Sussex

£42
average price
75
driving schools
172
independent instructors
4
test centres

Driving schools and instructors in West Sussex

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Driveauto

Driveauto

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Mike brings 30 years of teaching experience and 14 years as a qualified instructor, with a decade specialising in automatic driving lessons. Lessons are typically 2 hours at £40/hour, with block deals from £380 for 10 hours up to £1,440 for 40 hours, plus Pass Plus courses at £280. Hundreds of pupils have passed their test and gained confidence under his instruction.

Automatic
221 Chichester Rd, Bognor Regis PO21 5AQView school
Phil Mason Driving

Phil Mason Driving

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

£40/hour for single lessons or £38/hour as part of a 10-hour block at £380. With 30 years of driving experience since 1988, this instructor prioritises teaching safe, considerate driving for life rather than just test-passing techniques. You'll have the same instructor throughout your course with no shared lesson time, plus Pass Plus courses available for newly qualified drivers.

Manual
7 Thakeham Cl, East Preston, Littlehampton BN16 1DRView school
JDS Automatic Driving School

JDS Automatic Driving School

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £440Save £10

£45/hour or £440 for 10 hours, with the JDS Full Course at £1,400 including 30 lessons, mock test, and test car use. The region's first automatic-only specialist, eliminating the clutch and gears to reduce stress for learners. Outstanding first-time pass record with both male and female instructors, plus a refund guarantee on unused block-booked hours.

AutomaticFemale InstructorsTest car available
Oakside, 2 Little E St, Billingshurst RH14 9PNView 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
Paul Kerr Driving School

Paul Kerr Driving School

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £400

Grade A instructor with over 40 years of teaching experience and UK Top 100 recognition for 2023 and 2024. Introductory offers start at £160 for 4 hours or £400 for 10 hours, with a money-back guarantee on every lesson and no car sharing. Free online theory, hazard perception, and video training resources included.

Manual
1 Water Meadows Way, Pagham, Bognor Regis PO21 4FDView school
Drive Solution

Drive Solution

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

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.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
25 Princess Rd, Crawley RH11 7BJView 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
Bluedrive Driving School

Bluedrive Driving School

5
From £48/hr10hrs for £450Save £30

Established in 2012, this school specialises in building confidence for nervous learners, with multiple first-time passes highlighted in recent reviews. Single lessons cost £48/hour, but the 10-hour block at £45/hour offers best value; beginners get an exceptional deal at £35/hour for a 3-lesson starter pack. An electric automatic car and 100% money-back guarantee on your first lesson remove the risk of trying them out.

AutomaticIntensive
40 Centenary Rd, Southwater, Horsham RH13 9FWView school
Learn to Drive with Alan

Learn to Drive with Alan

4.9
From £45/hr10hrs for £440Save £10

Member of The Institute of Advanced Motorists with a passion for road safety and real-world driving skills. Pay as you go at £45/hour (1.5 or 2-hour lessons only) or save with block deals from £440 for 10 hours or £870 for 20 hours. Consistently praised for flexibility, calm teaching style, and helping learners pass first time, including those returning to driving after years away.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
Clovelly, Henfield Road, Cowfold, Horsham RH13 8DRView school
Driving Crawley

Driving Crawley

4.9
From £44/hr10hrs for £420Save £20

Instructor with 6 advanced driving qualifications and proven expertise teaching learners with autism, ADHD, dyslexia and anxiety. £44/hour for 1.5-hour lessons or £88 for 2 hours; block deals from £258 for 6 hours to £420 for 10 hours, with no test day surcharge. Complementary theory test support for regular clients, HD session recordings, and a money-back guarantee on your first trial lesson.

ManualEveningsWeekendsTest car available
24 Peverel Rd, Crawley RH11 0THView school
PDW Driving

PDW Driving

4.8
From £40/hr10hrs for £385Save £15

Established 26 years ago with multiple instructors offering different teaching styles to match your learning needs. £40/hour or £385 for a 10-hour block, plus Pass Plus courses at £270 for 6 hours to reduce your insurance premiums.

ManualAutomaticFemale Instructors
12 Tinghall, Bognor Regis PO21 3RJView 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
Try Me Driving School

Try Me Driving School

389% pass rate
From £35/hr10hrs for £650

20 years' experience with an 89% pass rate and a money-back guarantee if you fail your next lesson. Two-hour lessons at £35/hour (first lesson half price), dropping to £65 per lesson when you block book 10 hours in advance. Known for adapting to individual needs, including specialist teaching for hard of hearing learners and motorway confidence.

Manual
3 Wendy Ridge, Rustington, Littlehampton BN16 3PJView school
Stay Safe Driving School

Stay Safe Driving School

From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

Founded on road safety expertise gained through partnerships with emergency services, this school prioritizes teaching lasting driving skills rather than just test passes. £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, with 5-hour blocks at £195. Young Driver Experience courses (14+) and combination packages combining pre-test experience with practical lessons are also available.

ManualFemale Instructors
2 Stocks Hill, Steyning BN44 3DSView school
Eclipse Driver Training

Eclipse Driver Training

From £46/hr10hrs for £440Save £20

One-to-one lessons with no car sharing, priced at £46/hour or £440 for a 10-hour block. Flexible lesson lengths from 1 to 2 hours, plus Pass Plus courses and specialist motorway and advanced training available. Progress is tracked on a skills development chart after each lesson to help reinforce what you've learned.

Manual
10 Speedwell Chase, Angmering, Littlehampton BN16 4QRView school
Clare's Driving School

Clare's Driving School

From £42/hr10hrs for £400Save £20

A calm, patient instructor who prioritises building confidence at your own pace, with multiple first-time pass reviews highlighting her supportive teaching style. £42/hour for 2-hour lessons or £40/hour as part of a 10-hour block at £400, plus Midway Pass and Test Booster courses available on request.

ManualFemale Instructors
Yew Ln, East Grinstead RH19 2AZView school
Pegasus School of Motoring

Pegasus School of Motoring

5

Nearly 10 years in business with a background in Learning and Development and blue light emergency response training. The instructor tailors lessons to individual learning styles, with particular strength in building confidence and test preparation, as evidenced by glowing testimonials praising her ability to balance encouragement with challenge. Pricing available upon enquiry.

ManualFemale Instructors
1 Earlswood Cl, Horsham RH13 6DBView school
Bellamy's Driving School

Bellamy's Driving School

5
Block bookings available

Intensive courses from £1,175 for 20 hours up to £2,149 for 40 hours, with all packages including use of the tuition car for your test and dashcam video recording. A two-hour assessment (£99) determines your exact needs before booking, ensuring you're matched to the right course length. One-to-one tuition with interactive visual aids, plus block booking discounts available for standard lessons.

ManualIntensiveTest car available
2 St Sampson Rd, Crawley RH11 9RWView school
Crawley Auto Drive

Crawley Auto Drive

5

Specialises exclusively in automatic driving lessons with a relaxed, friendly approach designed to remove the stress of learning gears and clutch control. Modern dual-controlled car and partnership-focused tuition tailored to get you test-ready. Contact for current pricing and available deals.

Automatic
36 Chepstow Cl, Crawley RH10 7XFView school
Tom Watts Driving School

Tom Watts Driving School

5
Block bookings available

AA Driving School franchisee specializing in automatic lessons for nervous drivers and beginners, with a brand new Vauxhall Corsa GS featuring dual controls and reversing cameras. Multiple first-time passes and consistently praised for patience and personalized instruction. Currently fully booked, but offers full block booking discounts, mock practical exams, and pick-up and drop-off included.

AutomaticTest car available
Marine Dr W, Bognor Regis PO21 2QNView school
Price snapshot

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.

Typical
£43
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
£30–35
1
£35–40
7
£40–45
15
£45–50
13

Based on prices from 36 driving schools in West Sussex.

Intensive courses in West Sussex

Want to pass fast?

14 West Sussex schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

West Sussex Test Centres and Pass Rates

Chelmsford (Hanbury Road) records the area's lowest pass rate at 44.7%, while Tilbury achieves 49.1% across Wickford's 5 centres that handled 30,087 tests between 2024 and 2025. Essex's busy A-roads and complex junction systems around Chelmsford and Basildon create particular challenges, especially navigating the A12 approaches and numerous roundabouts. The 47.2% area average reflects these demanding conditions. Men consistently outperformed women across all centres, achieving 46% to 51.5% compared to 43.2% to 48.3%. Automatic pass rates ranged from 38.6% to 44.4%, suggesting manual skills help with these busier road networks.

64%

Chichester

5,295 tests taken
Women64.7%
Men63.8%
Automatic59.0%
59%

Worthing

7,766 tests taken
Women56.5%
Men60.9%
Automatic53.0%
43%

Burgess Hill

11,191 tests taken
Women45.1%
Men41.8%
Automatic38.6%
40%

Crawley

7,869 tests taken
Women42.1%
Men38.7%
Automatic35.8%

Areas in West Sussex