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
driving schools
11,254
independent instructors
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Driving lessons in United Kingdom

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Zen Zone Driving School

Zen Zone Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.8
Block bookings available

Zen Zone offers block bookings, intensive courses, and theory test packages with gift card options available for flexible purchasing. The school operates in and around Colchester with both manual and automatic lessons, plus student deals to help keep costs down.

Intensive
3rd Floor, 86 - 90 Paul St, London EC2A 4NEView school
Mayfair School Of Motoring

Mayfair School Of Motoring

Manual

4.8

Family-run school with over 30 years' experience, run by husband-and-wife team Colin and June Knott plus their son Paul. Both male and female instructors available, with a free door-to-door service and Pass Plus courses on offer. Contact them on 01767 640885 for pricing.

Female Instructors
15 Walnut Cl, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3NBView school
Galin's School of Motoring

Galin's School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.8

Known for helping nervous drivers and those learning from scratch, Galin brings 20 years of patient, tailored instruction to every lesson. Lessons include theory test support and familiarisation with test routes across four SE London centres, with a focus on building confidence and safe, independent driving skills.

IntensiveTest car available
160 Earlshall Rd, London SE9 1PNView school
Mike's Driving School

Mike's Driving School

Manual

4.8
Block bookings available

Patient, experienced instructor with consistently strong testimonials from first-time passers and nervous drivers alike. Manual lessons available with flexible collection and drop-off, block booking discounts, and evening/weekend appointments. Call for current hourly rates.

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
78 Wolfs Wood, Oxted RH8 0HJView school
Right Gear Driving School

Right Gear Driving School

Manual

4.8
Block bookings available

Instructor since 2008 with a track record of first-time passes, including several pupils achieving zero minors in 2024-25. As a part-time instructor, you get personalised attention with 1.5-hour lessons, mock tests to confirm readiness, and supporting documentation to share with family practice partners. Daytime lessons are £2/hour cheaper than evenings or weekends, with 10-hour block bookings also discounted; call for exact pricing.

EveningsWeekends
57 Courtlands Ave, Bromley BR2 7HYView school
S L M Driving School

S L M Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.8
Block bookings available

Established in 1990 with an extremely high pass rate and 5-star reviews. Block booking discounts and student discounts available, plus theory test support and Pass Plus courses. Intensive courses can be completed within two weeks, with flexible scheduling to suit your pace.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
74 Katherine Rd, London E6 1ENView school
Barkers Learners

Barkers Learners

Manual and automatic

4.8
Block bookings available

Intensive courses range from 15 to 30 hours at £650–£1,150, each including a one-hour practical test. Pass Plus courses are available for £195 to build confidence on motorways, in bad weather, and night driving. Refresher courses help returning drivers regain confidence after time away from the road.

Intensive
13 Acacia Gardens, Upminster RM14 1HSView school
FM Driving School

FM Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.8

15+ years of experience with 5,000+ licenses issued and 100,000+ training hours delivered. Instructor Farhan is consistently praised in reviews for creating a comfortable, focused learning environment that builds confidence before test day. Refresher courses, teen driver education, and senior programs available alongside standard lessons.

Worton Hall, London TW7 6ERView school
Drivers Kool

Drivers Kool

Automatic

4.8
Block bookings available

Instructor Noah specializes in automatic driving lessons with a focus on early test bookings and high first-time pass rates; one student passed with zero minors after efficient training. Competitive pricing includes 1-hour and 2-hour intro lessons, plus 5-hour and 10-hour block packages with test car available before 10am and after 10am at different rates. All lessons start and finish on Cobham Road to maximize training time, with local expertise in Wood Green and Tottenham routes used by examiners.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
8 Vincent Rd, London N15 3QHView school
Ltest School of Motoring

Ltest School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.8
Block bookings available

Established in 2005 with over 1,000 pupils passed, Ltest specialises in intensive courses designed to get you test-ready up to 10 times faster than weekly lessons, with options to complete training and sit a test within 2 weeks. Discounted block rates apply when you book 10 or more lessons, plus free theory training software and a Theory Test Top Up Course if you need extra support. Evening and weekend lessons are available on request, alongside regular weekly options to suit your budget.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
35 Worthington Rd, Sale M33 2JWView school
Edinburgh City Driving School

Edinburgh City Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.7(71)

Run by Richard Walls and Keith McDonald, both former BSM instructors with extensive professional experience. Lessons are tailored to your pace—whether you're aiming to pass quickly or prefer a gradual approach—with flexible pickup from home, work, or uni, and mock tests covering all local test routes.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
3/9 Powderhall Rigg, Edinburgh EH7 4GAView school
PJC Driver Training

PJC Driver Training

Manual

4.7(67)
Block bookings available

Multi-location school with experienced instructors including Mohammed and Paul, both highly praised in reviews for patience and tailored teaching methods. Special bulk pricing available, with flexibility to work around your schedule and choice of male or female instructors. Covers all vehicle classes across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire, plus trailer training and BTEC Level 2 qualifications.

EveningsWeekendsFemale Instructors
12 Roedean Cl, Luton LU2 8QWView school
Anderby Driving Centre

Anderby Driving Centre

Manual and automatic

4.7(55)
Block bookings available

Over 14,000 learners have passed their test with Anderby since 1996, with owner Graham Kent personally available to guide you through the process. Competitive pricing starts at just £60 for a beginner's course (two 90-minute lessons) or £30 for an assessment lesson, with ongoing rates varying by location. Instructors are known for a patient, professional approach that students consistently say teaches more in a single lesson than weeks elsewhere.

Intensive
110 Cromwell Rd, Grimsby DN31 2DFView school
At The Wheel Driving School

At The Wheel Driving School

Manual

4.7(38)

Single instructor with a money-back guarantee on every lesson and a Pass Promise covering your second test if you fail due to gaps in teaching. Specialises in nervous learners and those recovering from previous test failures, with students regularly passing first time after intensive preparation including mock tests and unassisted driving practice.

Female Instructors
4 St Catherines Court, 30 Devizes Rd, Wroughton, Swindon SN4 0RZView school
Linda's Learners

Linda's Learners

Manual

4.7(27)
Block bookings available

Over 14 years' experience with an outstanding pass rate, Linda brings patience and effective teaching strategies to every lesson. One-to-one tuition includes learner driver lessons, intensive courses, motorway tuition, and Pass Plus courses, with block booking discounts available and door-to-door service included.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
170 Dallas Dr, Kirkcaldy KY2 6NQView school
Moss School Of Motoring

Moss School Of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.7(25)

Kelly Moss ranked second in the Intelligent Instructor Awards 2021 (South East region), with Barry and Gary also shortlisted in the UK's top 100 instructors. The school offers manual and automatic lessons, theory tuition, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses, with flexible scheduling to suit busy learners.

Female Instructors
23 Sun Valley Way, Eythorne, Dover CT15 4HLView school
Agnew Driving School

Agnew Driving School

Manual

4.7(25)

A single-instructor school focused on teaching confident, safe driving for life rather than just test passing. Door-to-door service with competitive rates and a friendly, professional atmosphere; contact Lee directly to discuss your learning needs.

127 Gilfillan Rd, Dunfermline KY11 4XFView school
Colette Murphy Driver Training

Colette Murphy Driver Training

Manual

4.7(12)
Block bookings available

Known for a calm, patient approach with nervous and anxious learners, Colette tailors each lesson to your pace and individual needs. Block bookings of 5 or 10 lessons are available, with evening slots offered by appointment—contact directly for pricing details.

EveningsWeekendsFemale Instructors
59 Drumcree Rd, Portadown, Craigavon BT62 1PEView school
Skill Drives with Gary Cooper

Skill Drives with Gary Cooper

4.7(11)
Block bookings available

Over 20 years' experience with a proven track record helping thousands pass their tests, including teen drivers and those returning after a break. Gary Cooper offers free theory advice alongside lessons and won't rush you into your test, he books you in only when you're genuinely ready. Intensive courses available for those with previous experience or tight deadlines.

Intensive
11 Marler Rd, Cheriton, Folkestone CT19 4DAView school
Electric Learners

Electric Learners

Automatic

4.7(3)

Liverpool's only specialist automatic driving school, operating for over 15 years with grade A instructors. Serving most of the area with lessons available Monday to Saturday, 9:30am–5:30pm.

7 Hewitson Ave, Liverpool L13 0DDView 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