Driving Lessons in United Kingdom
- £39
- average price
- 4,060
- driving schools
- 11,374
- independent instructors
- 1
- test centre
Top driving schools in United Kingdom by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
McBride Driving Tuition
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 schools and instructors in United Kingdom
Maihan Driving School
A female-only driving school specializing in automatic lessons, with instructors fluent in Dari, English, Urdu, Hindi, and Pashto. Clients consistently praise the patient, supportive teaching style, with multiple first-time pass testimonials. Pass Plus courses available to help new drivers reduce insurance costs.
Drive Wise Driving School
Specialising in automatic driving lessons with flexible scheduling to fit students, professionals, and busy families. Two-hour lessons at £75, with personalised instruction focused on building confidence for test success at Morden, Mitcham, and Tolworth test centres.
DoDrive
DoDrive specialises in intensive driving courses designed to get learners test-ready in 1–8 days, with practical test fees and booking included in every course. A 10% student discount is available, and the school serves 128 postcodes across Surrey, Berkshire, Hampshire, and London. Their ORDIT-accredited team also trains new driving instructors.
Styles-Steering Driving School
John Styles brings 30 years of driving experience to this local school, combining road craft with test preparation to develop safe drivers for life. Lessons are tailored to individual goals and schedules, with a brand new manual Ford Fiesta that students consistently praise for its responsive handling. Contact for 90-minute lesson pricing and 5-lesson package rates.
My School Of Driving
6 hours of lessons for £209, or test car hire at £120. Patient instructor Maqs has earned multiple first-time pass reviews, with learners praising his clear explanations and supportive approach. Lessons available seven days a week with no surcharges for evenings or weekends, plus intensive courses and motorway training to build confidence beyond the test.
Safelanez Driving School
A-graded instructors with a five-star rating across East London, offering 2-hour lessons at £80 or a 10-hour block for £380. Test day car hire from £160 (or £200 for emergency bookings) includes an hour's lesson before your test, plus intensive courses available at £90 per session with a minimum three lessons per week.
Smile Auto Driving School
A decade-long track record in driver education with a focus on road safety and responsible driving practices. Modern, well-maintained vehicles and flexible lesson scheduling ensure you can learn at your own pace in a supportive environment.
Moyn's Driving School
Former BSM-trained instructor with a latest-generation Ford Fiesta ST Line and dual controls for safety. 130 five-star reviews highlight his patience, punctuality, and ability to build confidence in nervous learners. Contact for current lesson rates and block booking deals.
Drive Like A Boss
Rebranded from Duke & Duchess driving school with an established reputation across Bedfordshire. Instructors teach beyond test standard to build lifelong safe driving skills, with a supportive approach that turns mistakes into learning opportunities. Semi-intensive courses available from 4 weeks to 3 months, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons once you've passed.
Lewis Tuition / Go For It Driving School
Instructor with a Masters in Education and 15+ years of teaching experience across private and state sectors, trained by renowned Pembrokeshire driving instructor John Llewellyn. Matthew combines formal pedagogical expertise with driving instruction, bringing structured teaching methods to every lesson. Intensive courses available when booked in advance.
Steve Pearce School of Motoring
An independent Shropshire driving school known for calm, patient instruction and a high first-time pass rate among students. Block deals include 6 lessons (9 hours) for £320 or an introductory 4 lessons (6 hours) for £200 for beginners. Lessons take place in a comfortable new Suzuki Swift with air conditioning, and Pass Plus courses are also available.
Drive It School of Motoring
Awarded 'Best Newcomer - Driving School Of The Year' at the UK Business Awards in June 2024. One fixed price for weekly lessons from start to finish, no hidden fees or surge charges, plus a free second test if you don't pass first time. Free access to Theory Test Pro and the Drive It App for all students, with a team of patient instructors focused on building confidence through individualised lessons tailored to your learning pace.
2 Lane Driver Training
Patient instructor with consistently excellent reviews praising his calm teaching style and focus on building safe drivers, not just test passers. Multiple students report passing first time after lessons with Murtaza. Two-hour lessons available with flexible scheduling around work commitments.
HD Driving School
Grade A instructor with an exceptionally high first-time pass rate well above the local test centre average. Huw Davies brings a patient, relaxed teaching style that creates a calm learning environment, with lessons tailored to each pupil's pace and ability. Gift vouchers available for lessons or multi-hour packages at competitive rates.
Paul Burden Driving School
High first-time pass rate with a reputation for excellent results. One-to-one lessons tailored to individual ability, plus motorway and Pass Plus courses available. Block booking discounts on 10 or 20-lesson packages with flexible pickup and drop-off from home, school, or workplace.
Flying Colours Driving School
Family-run school serving a wide area across southwest London with a single dedicated instructor throughout your learning journey. No pricing or pass rate information is publicly listed, so contact them directly to discuss rates and availability.
PASSFAN Driving Lessons
Instructor Steve combines local expertise in Clacton, Colchester, and Ipswich with a focus on building confidence in nervous and anxious learners, including those with ADHD and autism. Two-hour lessons offer deeper learning and faster progress; block bookings of 10 hours come with discounts. Mock tests simulate real exam conditions to prepare you thoroughly for test day.
ALBA Driving School
Well-established school known for a calm, relaxed teaching style that works particularly well with complete beginners and nervous learners. Instruction available in Albanian, Italian, and Greek alongside English. Pass Plus motorway courses also available to help reduce insurance costs.
Accelerate Bath Driving School
Non-confrontational teaching approach with interactive recaps at the start of each lesson to build confidence. Two-hour lessons at £110 for manual and £114 for automatic, with 5 × 2-hour block deals available. Test car hire costs £10 above the normal lesson rate, and a high first-time pass rate is backed by customer reviews on their Facebook page.
UB Driving
Instructor with 25 years of driving experience using the K.U.S.A technique (Knowledge, Understanding, Skill, Attitude) to build confident, safe drivers rather than just test passers. Specialises in automatic driving lessons with flexible scheduling seven days a week, 6am to 8pm. Personalised instruction for all ages and skill levels.
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 £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 1948 driving schools in United Kingdom.
Intensive courses in United Kingdom
Want to pass fast?
1,632 United Kingdom schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
United Kingdom Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25. 1 nearby test centre.
Rugby
7,174 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rugby | 47.9% | 44.7% | 39.1% | 46.0% | 7,174 |