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.
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- 4,047
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- 11,254
- independent instructors
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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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Dave Thoms School of Motoring
Manual
Established in 2004, this school boasts a high first-time pass rate with a patient, easy-going instructor known for identifying weaknesses and working through them methodically. Lessons run Monday to Friday, with intensive courses, Pass Plus, and refresher options available at affordable prices.
Warwick Automatics Driving School
Automatic
Over 20 years of teaching experience with a focus on nervous beginners and confident learners alike. One-to-one lessons tailored to your pace, plus intensive courses, Pass Plus training, and theory test help. Student discounts available.
Manchester One Driving School
Manual and automatic
Specializes in nervous driver support with patient, personalized instruction across 2026-spec dual-control vehicles. Deep knowledge of local test routes across all 10 Greater Manchester boroughs—Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, and Stockport—delivers a first-time pass rate significantly above the national average. Flexible block booking discounts available, with 2-hour lessons recommended for maximum progress on complex junctions.
Olive's School of Motoring
Manual
Single instructor offering beginner, refresher, nervous driver, and intensive driving lessons with block booking discounts available. Customised tuition for all ages and abilities, from motorway confidence to hazard perception test prep.
DLB Driving School
Manual
Patient, calm instructor offering personalised lessons tailored to each learner's pace and style since 2021. 1.5-hour weekday lessons and 2-hour Saturday sessions in a 2024 manual Renault Clio, with free pick-up and drop-off from home, college, or workplace. Discounted rates on 10-hour block bookings.

Birchington School Of Motoring
All lessons are recorded on in-car video for your safety and peace of mind, and you'll learn in a dual-controlled, air-conditioned car. Structured lessons are tailored to each learner's pace, with experience across various road types to build confidence for test day and beyond. Intensive and semi-intensive courses available, plus a free DVD of your driving test.
County Driving School
Manual
Known for creating a calm, supportive environment for nervous learners, Ian Ogg has maintained an exceptionally high pass rate over 20+ years as the sole instructor at this school. Flexible lesson scheduling available from single hours down to 30-minute intervals, with theory test support included to bridge the gap between knowledge and practical driving.
Ian Kenyon Driving School
Manual
A professional, calm instructor focused on building confident, safe drivers through skilled teaching and proven techniques. Contact Ian directly for lesson availability and pricing details.

Canterbury School of Motoring
Grade A instructor with a consistently high pass rate and 5/5 ratings across Facebook and Google. Andy Wellard adapts his teaching to each learner's pace, using structured lesson plans and appointment cards to track progress, ideal if you value patience, punctuality, and personalized instruction. Pass Plus courses also available.
Nick James Driving School
Manual and automatic
Consistently rated 5 stars by learners who praise the team's patience and flexibility around work and childcare schedules. Nick and the team focus on building confidence in anxious drivers, with one student passing with only 3 minors. Theory test preparation is also available alongside manual and automatic lessons.
Yorkeys Driving School
Manual
Rugby-based driving school currently rebuilding its online presence. The site is under construction, so contact the school directly on 07984 633085 or owen@yorkeys.co.uk for current pricing, lesson availability, and course options.

Martin Cook
Manual and automatic
17 years' experience with the AA, working with learners from age 17 to 94 and known for building confidence in nervous drivers. Intensive courses and Pass Plus tuition available, plus the option to use your own vehicle for lessons at a reduced rate once standards allow.
Learn Me Driving School
Manual
IAM-qualified instructor with HGV/LGV license and Motor Schools Association membership, backed by consistently positive reviews praising his calm, patient teaching style. Block bookings of 10 hours available at discounted rates, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway tuition. Full 60-minute lessons with exclusive access to a pupil support page featuring maneuver videos and learning materials.
Driver Trainer Centre
Manual and automatic
A 40-year-old school with an impressive 95% pass rate, backed by a team including Ali Yalcin who has 16 years of instructing experience. They specialise in intensive courses and offer early test bookings to help learners secure slots faster.
Jan's Automatic Driving School
Automatic
Jan Uhlar specializes in automatic driving lessons with a track record of first-time passes, including one student who passed with only one fault in three months. Students consistently praise his patience and ability to work with anxious drivers, creating a supportive learning environment tailored to individual pace and confidence levels. Flexible scheduling and extra lessons near test day are included to ensure you're fully prepared.
LJT Driving School
Manual
Patient and friendly instructor offering hourly lessons and intensive courses across Preston and surrounding areas. Manual transmission only, with pricing available on request.
GR8 Start School of Motoring
Manual
Founded by Finbarr Boyle, a qualified instructor for 16 years, GR8 Start achieves a 93% first-time pass rate for learners, well above the local 64% average. The school specializes in nervous and beginner drivers, offering block booking discounts for university students and flexible lesson scheduling. Theory lessons and mock exams are also available, plus towing instruction and test car hire.
Canning Driving School
Manual
Canning Driving School offers car and trailer lessons across Northern Ireland, preparing drivers for B+E entitlement tests to legally tow caravans and heavier trailers. They cover learner car lessons alongside specialist trailer training in the Cookstown, Magherafelt, Dungannon, Coalisland, Portadown and Craigavon areas.
Ford Driving School
Automatic
Ian brings years of experience from both education and driving instruction, focusing on teaching students to become confident drivers, not just test passers. Pass rates significantly exceed the national average, with lessons tailored to each learner's individual style and pace. Operating since 2018 with a team of Advanced Driving Instructors using the latest teaching techniques.
PW Driving School
Manual
Grade A instructor with 77 five-star reviews on FreeIndex, including multiple first-time passes and students passing with just one minor. New learners get a standout deal: book 5 two-hour lessons at regular price and receive an extra 6 hours for £90, plus online booking discounts available.
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.