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
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4,047
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11,255
independent instructors
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Driving lessons in United Kingdom

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Showing 2,581–2,600 of 15,302 driving schools and independent instructors in United Kingdom.

Wiltshire School of Motoring

Wiltshire School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

5(1)
Block bookings available

Known for an exceptionally high pass rate and a commitment to not overselling lessons, this school focuses on getting learners test-ready in minimum time. Intensive courses range from £540 (12 hours over 2 days) to £2,025 (45 hours over 8 days with test fee included), while hourly and two-hour lessons are also available at competitive rates. One-to-one tuition in dual-controlled cars, with patient instructors experienced in supporting nervous learners.

Intensive
Swindon SN1 3JUView school
Sitara Driving School

Sitara Driving School

Manual

5(1)

Sitara Driving School offers regular, advance, intensive, and refresher courses tailored to different learning paces. Two-hour sessions can be booked twice or three times weekly depending on instructor availability, making it flexible for learners balancing other commitments. Contact them for current pricing and to discuss which course structure suits your timeline.

Intensive
4 Selbourne Ave, Dewsbury WF12 9PAView school
Gillians School of Motoring

Gillians School of Motoring

Manual

5(1)
Block bookings available

Established in 1990, this school is known for excellent pass rates delivered by a patient, friendly instructor. Competitive hourly rates with student discounts and block booking deals available, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons for learners of all ages and experience levels.

Female Instructors
5 Lanecroft, Woolpit, Bury Saint Edmunds IP30 9RYView school
Bardon School of Motoring

Bardon School of Motoring

Automatic

5(1)70% pass rate

Kevin Holt has maintained a pass rate above 70% since qualifying in 2004, well above the national average of 46%. Lessons take place in a new Hyundai i20 with reversing camera, sensors, and built-in sat nav. Theory, hazard perception, and motorway tuition are all included as standard.

Millstone Cottage, South Ln, Bardon Hill, Coalville LE67 1TGView school
Thomas School of Motoring

Thomas School of Motoring

Manual

5(1)

First lesson costs just £40, making it an affordable entry point to assess your needs. Lessons take place in a Ford Focus, with intensive courses available for those wanting to pass quickly, and Pass Plus courses also on offer once you've passed your test.

Intensive
28 Eastbourne Rd, Crosby, Waterloo, Liverpool L22 6QTView school
Welling Driving School

Welling Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(1)

Known for supporting nervous drivers alongside beginners and intermediate learners. Offers intensive courses, motorway lessons, and Pass Plus refresher training in both manual and automatic cars, with flexible scheduling to suit your availability.

Intensive
12 Westbourne Rd, Bexleyheath DA7 5LGView school
Swansea School of Motoring

Swansea School of Motoring

Manual

5(1)
Block bookings available

Known for welcoming nervous learners with patient instruction and an excellent pass rate. Student discounts and block booking deals available, plus Pass Plus courses and tailor-made intensive courses with free theory test tuition included.

Intensive
14 Clos Yr Onnen, Tregof Village, Llansamlet, Swansea SA7 0NXView school
Salisbury School of Motoring

Salisbury School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

5(1)

Established in 1955 with 14 instructors collectively bringing 151 years of teaching experience, this school has deep roots in the community. They cater to brand new learners, refresher drivers, and employees needing work assessments, with both manual and automatic tuition available.

28 Marlborough Rd, Salisbury SP1 3THView school
XLR8 Auto Cymru Driving School

XLR8 Auto Cymru Driving School

Automatic

5(1)

Specialists in supporting learners on the autism spectrum, as well as those with dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, and high anxiety. Automatic driving lessons and intensive courses available, with motorway training and post-accident support also on offer. Open 8am–8pm daily for bookings.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
32 Upper Francis St, Abertridwr, Caerphilly CF83 4DUView school
Automatic Driver School

Automatic Driver School

Automatic

5

Specialises in nervous and anxious drivers, plus those retaking after a failed test, with Motability experience. Offers automatic driving lessons for complete beginners through to advanced training including Pass Plus and motorway courses. Contact for pricing and lesson availability.

Female Instructors
Delaware Cres, Southend-on-Sea SS3 9PLView school
Abu's Driving School

Abu's Driving School

Manual

5
Block bookings available

High first-time pass rate with an experienced instructor specialising in manual lessons, aiming to get learners through their test in 6-8 weeks. Multi-language support and flexible class times available, with test booking assistance offered.

EveningsWeekends
0 Osea Way, Springfield, Chelmsford CM1 6JTView school
ways2pass

ways2pass

Manual and automatic

5
Block bookings available

Instructor Kamel builds confident drivers through clear, stress-free lessons that make driving concepts easy to understand. The school knows all test routes across Pinner, Hendon, Mill Hill, Greenford, Borehamwood and Barnet, plus offers a 10% discount on test fees if you pass first time with 4 minors or fewer. Beginner's Package includes 10 hours of in-car training with a theory course, and a Winter Driving Course is also available.

EveningsWeekends
65 Stiven Cres, Harrow HA2 9AXView school
Prepare to Pass Driving School

Prepare to Pass Driving School

Automatic

5

Instructor Nour has built a reputation for transforming nervous learners into confident drivers, with multiple five-star reviews praising his patient, supportive teaching style and first-time pass results. The school focuses on building real driving skills rather than just test technique, tailoring every lesson to your pace and personality. Services include automatic lessons, motorway training, Pass Plus courses, and refresher lessons for returning drivers.

Church Rd, Worcester Park KT4 7RAView school
Josino Driving School

Josino Driving School

Manual

5

Instructor with years of experience from a major driving school chain, now offering one-on-one tuition focused on building confidence and safe driving habits. Multiple five-star reviews highlight his patient teaching style and ability to help learners progress rapidly, including one student who went from two years of stalled progress to passing first time. Intensive courses available for motivated learners seeking faster progression.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
115 Fane Way, Maidenhead SL6 2TXView school
Molesey Driving School

Molesey Driving School

Manual

5

Established in 2007, this school builds strong local reputation with 90% of pupils coming via recommendation. They handle everything from beginner lessons to motorway tuition, confidence building, and UK licence conversions in a calm, supportive environment.

Hurstfield Rd, Molesey, West Molesey KT8 1QUView school
Going2Pass

Going2Pass

Manual and automatic

5
Block bookings available

Instructors with 18+ years of experience and extensive knowledge of local test routes. Test car hire with warm-up lessons available at £180/hour, plus block booking discounts on standard lessons. Flexible scheduling seven days a week including evenings, with pick-up and drop-off from home, work, school, or college.

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
22 Hatton Grn, Feltham TW14 0NDView school
Pegasus School of Motoring

Pegasus School of Motoring

Manual

5

Nearly 10 years in business with a background in Learning and Development and blue light emergency response training. The instructor tailors lessons to individual learning styles, with particular strength in building confidence and test preparation, as evidenced by glowing testimonials praising her ability to balance encouragement with challenge. Pricing available upon enquiry.

Female Instructors
1 Earlswood Cl, Horsham RH13 6DBView school
Colindale Driving School

Colindale Driving School

Manual and automatic

5

Modern vehicles equipped with advanced safety features and personalized lesson plans tailored to each learner's pace. Open seven days a week from 8am to 6pm, making it easy to fit lessons around your schedule. Contact them directly for current pricing and availability.

EveningsWeekends
9 Colin Cl, London NW9 6RTView school
Pro School of Motoring

Pro School of Motoring

Manual

5

Founded and led by Sadaqat Mashood Ahmed, this school tailors lessons to individual learning speed, with most learners needing 40 to 50 hours of professional instruction to pass. Intensive courses suit both complete beginners and experienced learners, car hire is available for test day, and Pass Plus courses are also on offer.

IntensiveTest car available
409 Clarence Ln, London SW15 5QDView school
Aulakh Driving School

Aulakh Driving School

Manual

5

A well-established school with two decades of experience and a strong reputation for high pass rates. Teaching in English, Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu with one-to-one tuition and door-to-door service throughout the area. Nervous students are particularly welcome in this calm, patient environment.

Speaks Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu
West Point, 344 Bath Rd, London, Hounslow TW4 7HWView school
Price snapshot

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.

Typical
£40
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £30
56
£30–35
198
£35–40
743
£40–45
741
£45–50
262
£50–55
55
£55+
21

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.

51%

Rugby

6,664 tests taken · typical wait 2½ months
Manual pass rate54.7%
Automatic pass rate43.7%

Areas in the United Kingdom