Driving Lessons in United Kingdom
Our directory lists 4,047 driving schools and 11,256 independent driving instructors nationwide. Driving lesson prices range widely, from £14 to £87 per hour, with an average of £39 where schools publish pricing. Automatic driving lessons are available at 1,722 schools, and there are 2,546 independent female driving instructors along with 765 schools that offer female driving instructors. Over 1,600 schools provide intensive courses if you're looking to pass quickly.
- £39
- average price
- 4,047
- driving schools
- 11,254
- independent instructors
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- test centre
Top driving schools in United Kingdom by what matters most
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Sue D'Vaz Driving School
Cheapest manual driving school in United Kingdom.
Kwik Pass Driving School
Highest-rated manual driving school in United Kingdom.
Kwik Pass Driving School
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in United Kingdom.
Kwik Pass Driving School
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in United Kingdom.
Driving lessons in United Kingdom
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All Pass Driving
Manual and automatic
All Pass Driving specialises in intensive courses across the UK, with the unique offer of paying for your practical test when you book a course. They provide 20+ professional training videos to support your learning, and cater to all ability levels from complete beginners to test resits. Courses start from £435 for 7 hours (manual) or £497 with test included, delivered over 2-5 days.
Kings Driving School
Manual and automatic
Built on over 70 years of combined teaching experience, Kings Driving School rejects the traditional franchise model in favour of supporting individual instructor growth and reputation. Manual lessons start at £37/hour (or £35/hour in a 10-hour block at £350), with automatic lessons from £42/hour (£40/hour in a 10-hour block at £400), plus refresher courses, motorway training, and Pass Plus lessons available.
Etihad Driver Training
Manual
Many pupils pass first time in just one week with intensive courses that include the test fee at no extra cost. £40/hour for weekly lessons or £370 for a 10-hour block, with intensive options from £990 for 20 hours (5 days) up to £1970 for 40 hours (10 days). Pass Plus courses also available at £250 to build confidence on motorways, night driving, and all-weather conditions.
Mitchell Driving School
Manual
£35/hour or £320 for 10 hours, with a 20-hour block at £630. An instructor since 2011 who uses a coaching approach to help learners rapidly pass their practical test, with theory test advice also available. 100% positive customer feedback and flexible weekday evening and Saturday availability.
Fulwell School of Motoring
Manual
15+ years trading with over 10,000 driving hours delivered and 5,000+ licenses issued. Lessons start at £35 per hour, with block deals from £190 for 5 hours up to £730 for 20 hours, plus free pick-up and drop-off included. Pass Plus courses available at £300 for advanced driving certification.
Adairs Driving School
Manual
Over 20 years' experience with 1000+ successful learners, from absolute beginners to part-trained drivers. £33/hour for a 10-hour block or £35/hour for single lessons, with new drivers getting their first two hours for just £30. Structured courses include theory tuition, free handouts, and homework with feedback to boost pass rates.
Oldskooldriving
Automatic
Automatic-only driving school with 26 years' experience serving North West and Central London. An introductory offer of 5 lessons for £105 makes it accessible for beginners, with single lessons at £40/hour or a 10-hour block for £360. Intensive 7-day courses (20–25 hours) are also available for those wanting faster progression.
Afzal Driving Schools
Manual
Established for over 8 years with an excellent pass rate, this school offers flexible lesson lengths from 1 hour (£30) to 2 hours (£55), plus substantial block discounts at £300 for 10 hours or £580 for 20 hours. Door-to-door service, theory test booking, motorway lessons, and mock assessments are all included, with student and NHS staff discounts available.

City Way School Of Motoring
Automatic
Gary's school stands out for its money-back guarantee and dashcam review system, every lesson is recorded so you can analyse mistakes together and understand exactly what to improve. Two-hour lessons start at £76 (9am–5pm weekdays) or £80 (evenings, weekends, bank holidays), with 10-hour blocks from £350 and intensive courses from £400. Multiple testimonials highlight his patience with nervous learners and first-time pass rates, particularly those who switched from other instructors.
Clickdriving
Manual
Run by Ian and Neil, who between them bring over 60 years of instructor experience and have trained many of the region's driving instructors themselves. They focus on first-time passes through structured assessment, skill development, and mock tests with a different instructor to prepare you thoroughly. Lessons are £30/hour in clean, smoke-free cars, with Pass Plus courses available after you pass.
Bumps Drivin
Manual and automatic
Friendly instructors who prioritise a relaxed, encouraging learning environment—no shouting or criticism, just patient explanation and confidence-building. £37/hour for manual lessons or £36 with a student discount; automatic lessons available at £38.50/hour. Block deals from £170–£700 with further student discounts, plus Pass Plus courses after you pass.
Flying Pass
Manual
Students consistently praise the calm, positive teaching style and clear explanations that build confidence behind the wheel. At £40 per hour, lessons include a personal progress record book to track your development toward test readiness.
Learning2Drive
Manual
Operating for over 40 years, Learning2Drive pioneered one-week intensive driving courses in the UK and remains one of the longest-established online driving schools. Courses range from 15 to 45 hours, priced from £695 to £1995, with semi-intensive options available to spread learning over weeks or months. Multiple test centres across the region mean you can train and test locally.
Martin Regan
Manual
20-year veteran instructor with a highly graded status and experience teaching learners from 17 to 83. Lessons in a Ford Focus at £30/hour or £290 for a 10-hour block, with a female instructor option available if preferred.
Christchurch Automatic Driving School
Automatic
Institute of Advanced Motorists accredited instructors with over 20 years' experience, specialising in automatic driving lessons and motorway confidence. £37.50 per hour, or £350 for 10 hours and £690 for 20 hours, with intensive courses available for those in a hurry to pass.
Sandy Hillan Driving School
Manual and automatic
£35/hour or £325 for a 10-hour block with a Grade A instructor who specialises in learners with anxiety, autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and hearing difficulties. Patient, hands-off teaching style that builds confidence quickly, backed by consistently strong reviews and high pass rates across all abilities.
Pro-Motion Driving School
Manual
£30/hour for standard lessons, or £45 for 1.5 hours and £55 for 2 hours. Instructor trained with the AA Driving School brings professional experience to learner tuition, refresher courses for motorways and roundabouts, and Pass Plus courses at £165. Testimonials highlight patience and confidence-building, particularly for nervous drivers and those struggling with specific skills like roundabout navigation.

Panache Driving School
Manual
Single-instructor school offering flexible lesson lengths at £38/hour, with a 10-hour block deal at £365 and test day car usage for £85. Mark provides one, 1.5, and two-hour lessons in a Vauxhall Corsa, with intensive courses available on request.
Hughes School of Motoring
Manual
A patient instructor with a very high first-time pass rate, offering 1-to-1 tuition tailored to each learner's pace and ability. Standard lessons are £45/hour or £85 for two hours, with block deals starting at £420 for 10 lessons—a significant saving for beginners. Flexible pickup points and a focus on building confidence mean you'll learn not just to pass the test, but to drive safely for life.
Rossett Driving School
Manual
Grade A instructor in the top 6% of the UK, offering £46/hour standard lessons or £420 for a block of 10 (£42/hour). Specialises in building confident drivers beyond test requirements, with dedicated motorway lessons at £110 for 2 hours and Pass Plus courses available to help reduce insurance premiums.
Block booking
Best block deals in United Kingdom
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £270.
How much do driving lessons cost in United Kingdom?
Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 2076 driving schools in United Kingdom.
Intensive courses in United Kingdom
Want to pass fast?
1,623 United Kingdom schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
United Kingdom Test Centres and Pass Rates
Rugby is about as average as a test centre gets. Its pass rate of 51% is right alongside the national figure of 50%, and a typical wait for a test is about 2½ months.