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
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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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Daniels School of Motoring
Manual
Grade A instructor running his own school since 2007 with a strong track record of first-time passes. Daniel specializes in manual lessons across Buckinghamshire and surrounding areas, delivering a professional and tailored approach to each learner.
Lisa's Learners
Manual
Excellent first-time pass rate with consistently low minors, backed by structured professional tuition from a patient instructor teaching learners aged 17 to 86. Beyond standard lessons, Lisa offers motorway confidence building, eco-safe driving, bad weather skills, and theory support. Specialises in students transitioning from other instructors or returning after a break.
Dragon Driver Training
Manual and automatic
Nominated for the Intelligent Instructor Awards 2025 Top 100, this Wrexham school trains using Roadcraft principles (the police drivers' handbook) to build safe, systematic habits from day one. Instructor James holds advanced qualifications including RoSPA Advanced Driver, IAM Fellow, and Fleet Driver Trainer certification. At £65 for 1.5-hour lessons, you'll maximise real driving time with minimal stationary work, plus free access to learner apps, theory resources, mock tests, and structured intensive courses.
Shaun Lidbury Driver Training
Manual
Known for a calm, relaxed teaching approach that suits less confident learners and those returning to lessons after a break. Multiple five-star reviews highlight first-time pass success, with students praising the instructor's patience and laid-back style. Block booking deals available for 5 and 10-hour courses; contact for current pricing.
Tinsley LPD
Manual
14 years of driving experience including international travel across the USA and Australia, with a track record of first and second-time passes. Tailored lessons with theory preparation support, available in Oswestry and surrounding areas.
AMC Driving Solutions
Manual
Founded in 1999, Andrew McDermott combines learner tuition with advanced credentials including National Speed Awareness Course instruction and B+E trailer training qualifications. Relaxed, affordable lessons designed to get you through your test, with gift vouchers available for birthdays and graduations.
Haywood School of Motoring
Manual
Qualified since 1997 with nearly 30 years' experience and strong local knowledge of the area. Robert provides structured lessons designed to build confidence from your first session, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway training for new drivers. DIA member with a dual-controlled Vauxhall Corsa featuring power steering, air conditioning, and excellent visibility for safe learning.
Driving Force School of Motoring
Manual
Established in 2012 by Gordon Jackson, a former Traffic Police Officer trained to Advanced level and Grade A qualified instructor. His background investigating serious road crashes informs a teaching approach focused on observation, anticipation, and safe driving for life, not just test passing. Lessons available in 1 and 2-hour formats, with a specialist 3-hour motorway driving programme and Pass Plus courses also available.
JSB Driving School
Manual
Run by Janine Hancock, a patient instructor with 30 years of driving experience and 50+ successful test passes. Every review highlights her understanding, encouragement, and ability to build confidence, with students consistently praising her friendly approach and focus on individual needs. Pass Plus courses also available.
Ashraf Driving School
Manual and automatic
Award-winning instructor in the top 1% nationally with hundreds of students passed and over 100 five-star reviews. Abu Ashraf specializes in building confidence and delivering first-attempt passes, with modern dual-control vehicles available in both manual and automatic. Contact directly for pricing and availability.
Hurley School of Motoring
Manual
100% first-time pass rate in 2025 and 2026, with a consistent track record of learners passing on their first attempt. Peter uses the same Tomtom Start 52 satnav as the examiners, ensuring familiarity with test conditions, and specialises in manual transmission instruction to prepare learners for the majority of UK vehicles.
Peter Tedder School of Motoring
Manual
One of the longest-serving instructors in the area since 1999, Peter Tedder teaches in a relaxed, modern style with a focus on nervous pupils and excellent pass rates. Block bookings of 10 hours come with discounts, and lessons take place in a modern Mini Cooper. Pass Plus courses and refresher training are also available.
LRN2DRIVE
Manual
Grade A instructor with 16 years' experience offering friendly, patient tuition across Central Scotland. New beginners get a free half-hour lesson (1.5 hours for the price of one), with discounts available on block bookings and Pass Plus courses also on offer.
Pauline's School of Motoring
Manual
138 five-star reviews on Yell.com and a 5.0 rating on Google from learners who praise Pauline's teaching and support. Over 16 years' experience delivering intensive courses, Pass Plus training, motorway lessons, and refresher courses in a relaxed, tailored environment. Most business comes through word-of-mouth recommendations.
AK School of Motoring
Manual
Prioritises teaching people to drive rather than test technique, with the same instructor throughout your course to ensure consistent progress at your pace. One-hour lessons are standard, and the school explicitly avoids intensive courses, believing two shorter lessons are more productive than marathon sessions. You'll never share lessons or have observers in the car, and you're only encouraged to book your test when genuinely ready.
Peak Driving
Manual
Specialises in intensive driving courses with flexible timescales—complete in as little as 2 weeks or spread over 6 weeks, depending on your goals. Instructors provide honest assessments upfront about realistic timelines and focus on getting you test-ready at your peak, with access to test route videos for revision between lessons.
Plus Driving School
Manual and automatic
Known for working with nervous drivers, teens, and learners of different abilities and nationalities. Instructor Mehmet Erguz has 11 years' experience and focuses on building confidence through mastery of basic car control before progressing to complex skills, with a caring and personal approach that removes stress from learning. Over 1,000 students have graduated since 2007.
UDrive2Day
Manual and automatic
Grade 6 instructors (the highest DSA grade) offering both manual and automatic lessons with block booking discounts available. One and two-hour lessons are on offer, plus intensive courses for those needing to learn quickly, with test day accompaniment in your learning car included.
Gear Up Driving School
Manual
Patient, cheerful tuition with discounts for block bookings and a free introductory lesson to get started. Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off service available at times to suit you, plus Pass Plus courses on offer.
Lighthouse Driving Academy
Manual
Multiple first-time passes and consistently high praise for patience and clear instruction, particularly with nervous learners. Mark's step-by-step teaching approach and structured support have earned five-star reviews across the board. Manual lessons available Monday to Friday with local expertise covering Cambridge city centre and surrounding villages.
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.