Driving Lessons in Leeds

With 36 driving schools and 77 independent driving instructors, Leeds gives you plenty of choice. Lesson prices span £22 to £47 per hour, averaging £37, and schools achieve an excellent 4.9-star average rating. Automatic driving lessons are available at 15 schools, intensive courses at 14, and female driving instructors at 5 schools, plus there are 9 independent female driving instructors. Pass rates at nearby centres vary considerably, from Bradford Heaton's 56.1% down to Wakefield's 45.4%.

£38
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36
driving schools
77
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Driving lessons in Leeds

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D2D Driving School

D2D Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(25)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

Affordable block booking deals starting at £35/hour, with 10-hour packages at £340 and 40-hour intensive courses at £1200. Both male and female instructors available, covering motorway driving, theory training, and Pass Plus courses alongside standard lessons.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
137 Foundry Approach, Leeds LS9 6RXView school
Driving Aim

Driving Aim

Automatic

5(8)
Block bookings available

Comprehensive range of lessons from basic to advanced, including motorway training and mock tests alongside standard courses. Pick-up and drop-off service available, with block booking discounts and Pass Plus courses on offer.

Intensive
22 Hetton Rd, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2RTView school
PassVeryFast

PassVeryFast

Manual and automatic

5(29)49% pass rate
5hrs for £440

Pass rate 49% higher than the national average, with fast-tracked test booking cutting typical wait times in half. Intensive courses from £440 (5 hours) to £2565 (48 hours) include theory and test fees, completable in as little as one week depending on availability. Personalized lesson plans and online progress tracking keep learning tailored to your pace.

Intensive
3 Beckhill Walk, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 2RWView school
ZOWTH

ZOWTH

Manual and automatic

4.9(387)
From £37/hr10hrs for £350Save £20

Flexible block deals from £350 for 10 hours up to £2,100 for 60 hours, with 2-hour lessons at £74 each. Courses are structured by experience level, from complete beginners to test-ready learners, with lessons scheduled close to your test date to keep skills fresh. Fast-tracked theory and test booking available to reduce wait times.

Intensive
3 Beckhill Dr, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 2RWView school
Meena's School of Motoring

Meena's School of Motoring

Automatic

4.8(178)
From £37.50/hr

Independent instructor since 1997 with 23 years' experience, teaching a calm, patient approach that builds confidence at your own pace. £38/hour for 1-hour lessons or £75 for 2-hour sessions, with Pass Plus courses at £350 for 6 hours. Fluent in Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu, and Mirpuri; motorway and taxi test training also available.

EveningsWeekendsFemale Instructors
Speaks Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu, Mirpuri
Park View Ave, Burley, Leeds LS4 2LHView school
Perfect Driving Lessons

Perfect Driving Lessons

Manual and automatic

5(6)

Learn over 1–8 weeks with flexible scheduling and personalized lesson plans adapted to your pace. Fast-tracked theory and test options available, plus motorway courses and Pass Plus tuition alongside standard lessons for all skill levels.

Intensive
81 Tong Way, Farnley, Leeds LS12 5NBView school
Driving Lesson Leeds

Driving Lesson Leeds

Manual and automatic

5(2)

Flexible learning over 1-8 weeks with fast-tracked theory and test options available. Patient instructors adapt their teaching to your pace, whether you're a nervous beginner or need a confidence boost before your test. Motorway courses and Pass Plus also on offer.

Intensive
Burley Hill Trading Estate, Burley Rd, Burley, Leeds LS4 2PUView school
A Star Driving School

A Star Driving School

Manual

5(101)82% pass rate
From £39/hrBlock bookings available

An 82% first-time pass rate backed by detailed learner records that track your progress throughout the course. Lessons start at £39/hour, with a starter deal of 4½ hours for £120, and a referral scheme that earns you free tuition for every friend who joins. The instructor uses a brand new SEAT with modern safety features and offers flexible pickup from home, college, or work.

9 Croftdale Grove, Leeds LS15 8EGView school
1st Advance

1st Advance

Manual

5(80)77.2% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Over 30 years in the driving instruction industry with a 77.2% pass rate in 2024 and 95% of pupils passing at their 1st or 2nd attempt. Manual lessons from £40/hour, with 5-hour blocks at £195 and 10-hour blocks at £380; 90-minute beginner sessions available from £59. Free theory help and Pass Plus courses also available.

5 Manston Terrace, Cross Gates, Leeds LS15 8JWView school
Leeds Automatic School of Motoring

Leeds Automatic School of Motoring

Automatic

5(4)
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

£38/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block with Pat Cooney, a Grade A instructor holding advanced qualifications from the Driving Standards Agency, Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, and Institute of Advanced Motorists. Specialises in automatic driving lessons for learners who struggle with manual gears, stalling, or finding the biting point, with a reputation for patience and encouragement.

Ivy St, Osmondthorpe, Leeds LS9 9DFView school
In Gear Driving School

In Gear Driving School

Manual

5(2)
From £34/hr10hrs for £330Save £10

Well-established independent school specialising in manual lessons across Leeds and surrounding areas, open 7 days a week with door-to-door pickup and drop-off. £35/hour for single lessons, or save with block deals from £330 for 10 hours (£33/hour) up to £930 for 30 hours (£31/hour). Known for patient instruction with nervous learners, plus Fast Pass intensive courses, motorway tuition, and taxi pass training.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
8 Fearnville Terrace, Leeds LS8 3BUView school
Automatic Driving Lessons Leeds

Automatic Driving Lessons Leeds

Automatic

5(1)91% pass rate
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

Specialist in automatic driving lessons with a 91% first-time pass rate across 900+ students. Single instructor approach with 11+ years' experience, offering 1.5-hour lessons at £57, 2-hour lessons at £76, or 10-hour blocks at £370. NHS discounts available, plus intensive courses and flexible evening/weekend scheduling.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
9A Kentmere Approach, Seacroft, Leeds LS14 1JWView school
Shire Oak Driving School

Shire Oak Driving School

Manual

5(1)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

Multiple instructors with strong first-time pass reviews, including several students passing with zero or minimal minors. £35 per hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, with student and company discounts available at £34 per hour. Special offer for complete beginners: first 3 hours for £80.

Female Instructors
Carrholm Cres, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 2NQView school
Highway 2 L

Highway 2 L

Manual

5(1)
From £35/hr10hrs for £370

Friendly, relaxed instruction at competitive rates: £40/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block. Pass Plus courses also available at £175, helping reduce your insurance costs after passing.

400 Broad Ln, Bramley, Leeds LS13 3DFView school
Smart Intensive Driving

Smart Intensive Driving

Manual and automatic

4.9(98)95% pass rate
From £45/hr10hrs for £450

95% first-time pass rate with intensive courses designed to get you test-ready in 1-2 weeks. Standard lessons at £40/hour (manual) or £45/hour (automatic), with intensive packages from £240 for 5 hours up to £1,680 for 35 hours, plus flexible financing via Klarna and Payl8r. Rated 4.9 stars, this school specializes in fast-track learning with dedicated instructors, mock tests, and theory support included in every course.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
341 Easterly Rd, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2TSView school
Smart Driver Academy

Smart Driver Academy

Automatic

4.9(94)
From £47/hr10hrs for £470.40

Established since 2004, Peter Scott specialises in automatic driving lessons with an electric car option, catering to learners with dyslexia, dyspraxia, and learning difficulties. £48/hour for weekday lessons, £94 for two hours, with 2-3% discounts on 10+ hour block bookings. Beginner special: 2-hour introductory lesson with the first hour free.

EveningsWeekends
Selby Rd, Whitkirk, Leeds LS15 7AXView school
L Driving School

L Driving School

Manual

4.9(64)
From £32.50/hr10hrs for £315Save £10

£33/hour with substantial block discounts up to £120 off, or 10 hours for £315. Instructor picks you up from your doorstep and tailors lessons to your strengths and weaknesses, with a structured driving plan for beginners included. Test day car available for £85 per 2-hour session.

Test car available
118 Foundry Ave, Leeds LS8 3LUView school
Automatic Annie Driving School

Automatic Annie Driving School

Automatic

4.9(59)
From £45/hr

Grade A female instructor with over 20 years' teaching experience, established since 2000 and known for exceptional customer satisfaction. Two-hour lessons at £90, with Pass Plus courses (6 hours, £290) and motorway lessons (£100) also available. Home pick-up and drop-off included, with flexible scheduling tailored to each learner's pace and goals.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
60 Wyncliffe Gardens, Moortown, Leeds LS17 6HBView school
Airedale School of Motoring

Airedale School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(36)
From £22/hr10hrs for £205Save £15

Grade 6 instructor (top 7% of UK instructors) operating since 1984 with a track record of high pass rates and parents' testimonials praising both test success and safe driving habits. £22/hour or £15 per lesson in a 10-lesson block, with flexible 1, 1.5, or 2-hour sessions plus motorway tuition and Pass Plus courses available.

28 Summerhill Rd, Methley, Leeds LS26 9HUView school
Learn To Drive UK

Learn To Drive UK

Manual and automatic

4.8(131)48% pass rate
From £44.50/hr20hrs for £582Save £308

48% higher pass rate than the national average with test bookings secured in just 3-7 days, cutting typical waiting times in half. Courses start from £470 with flexible payment options, home pickups across Great Britain, and a Guaranteed Pass course available if you don't pass within two years. Over 80,000 students have passed with this provider, backed by a PassProtect option giving two extra practical tests for the price of one.

Intensive
City Walk, Holbeck, Leeds LS11 9BGView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Leeds?

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

Typical
£38
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £30
1
£30–35
3
£35–40
9
£40–45
3
£45–50
3

Based on prices from 19 driving schools in Leeds.

Intensive courses in Leeds

Want to pass fast?

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

Leeds Test Centres and Pass Rates

Bradford Heaton stands out near Leeds, with a pass rate of 56% against the 50% national average and an automatic pass rate of 55%, the best nearby. Leeds itself is above average at 52%. Bradford Thornbury has the shortest wait, about 2 months, while Pontefract has the longest at about 3½ months and a pass rate of 47%. Wakefield's 45% and Heckmondwike's 46% are the lowest, below average but not far off.

56%

Bradford (Heaton)

8,354 tests taken · typical wait 3 months
Manual pass rate56.7%
Automatic pass rate55.0%
52%

Leeds (Fearnville)

4,676 tests taken · typical wait 2 months
Manual pass rate54.3%
Automatic pass rate47.6%
50%

Horsforth

12,466 tests taken · typical wait 2½ months
Manual pass rate51.7%
Automatic pass rate45.2%
48%

Bradford (Thornbury)

10,831 tests taken · typical wait 2 months
Manual pass rate50.3%
Automatic pass rate42.3%
47%

Pontefract

5,544 tests taken · typical wait 3½ months
Manual pass rate48.6%
Automatic pass rate39.5%
46%

Heckmondwike

5,471 tests taken · typical wait 3½ months
Manual pass rate47.1%
Automatic pass rate41.2%
45%

Wakefield

11,653 tests taken · typical wait 3 months
Manual pass rate47.5%
Automatic pass rate40.1%

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