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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Driving lessons in United Kingdom

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Wunda Wheels

Wunda Wheels

Manual and automatic

4.6(18)60% pass rate

A team of eight instructors with over 100 years of combined experience, known for high first-time pass rates and exceptional patience with nervous learners and those with learning difficulties. Specialises in underage drivers aged 10-16 with off-road tuition at Hamilton race course, then transitions to on-road lessons once they hold their provisional licence. Multiple five-star reviews highlight instructors like Colin Pettigrew (Grade A, 20+ years) and Fraser Port for creating relaxed, informative learning environments tailored to individual needs.

Female Instructors
2 Robert Smillie Cres, Larkhall ML9 1LSView school
Chris Doyle School of Motoring

Chris Doyle School of Motoring

Manual

4.6(11)

Grade A instructor with over 15 years' experience and a very high success rate. Welcomes learners of all abilities, from complete beginners to those seeking a confidence boost, with weekday lessons typically running 8:30am to 6pm.

14 Lower Row, Golden Hill, Pembroke SA71 4TGView school
RJM Driver Training

RJM Driver Training

Manual

4.6(10)79% pass rate

A 79% first-time pass rate backed by 25 years of experience. Richard Moyes combines a good-humored teaching style with customized lessons tailored to each learner, regularly taking pupils to Taunton and Exeter during training to ensure thorough test preparation.

3 St Lawrence Cl, Tiverton EX16 4EDView school
Let's Instruct Driving School

Let's Instruct Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.6(10)
Block bookings available

Established in 1999 with thousands of test passes and over 700 reviews across the website and Facebook. Block booking discounts save up to £112.50 over an average course, plus free unlimited access to Theory Test Pro (worth £5/month). Try before you buy: if you're not happy with your first hour, get a full refund.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
45 Chaucer St, Northampton NN2 7HWView school
Adrian Burden Driving School

Adrian Burden Driving School

Automatic

4.6(9)

Grade A instructor with a track record of high first-time pass rates, particularly skilled at working with learners with learning difficulties and physical disabilities. Patient, patient, and focused on making lessons enjoyable so learning happens faster; multiple five-star reviews highlight his calm approach and clear teaching style.

50 Swift Rd, Abbeydale, Gloucester GL4 4XHView school
PassCow Driving School

PassCow Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.6

Consistent one-to-one instruction with the same instructor throughout your course, designed to build relaxation and confidence behind the wheel. Free access to Theory Test Pro app is included, and Pass Plus courses are also available for newly qualified drivers.

1 George Williams Way, Colchester CO1 2JSView school
1st Steer Driving School

1st Steer Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.6

1st Steer Driving School backs every lesson with a money-back guarantee and includes free theory training, handouts, and online Driver Active courses as standard. Their teaching breaks complex skills into simple steps, creating a low-stress environment where learners progress faster—with Pass Plus courses also available for post-test development.

69 Appledore Rd, Cardiff CF14 3HWView school
Melek Driving School

Melek Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.6

Professional female instructors with 12+ years' experience and an extremely high pass rate across North London. Both manual and automatic lessons available, with a Toyota Yaris Hybrid for automatic tuition. Testimonials highlight first-time passes and patient, thorough teaching that identifies and corrects faults before test day.

Female Instructors
638 Lordship Ln, London N22 5JHView school
Driver Training Taylormade Ltd

Driver Training Taylormade Ltd

Manual and automatic

4.6

Run by two retired Sussex Police Class 1 Advanced Drivers with over 30 years' combined experience in driver training and road safety instruction. Both instructors hold RoSPA Examiner qualifications and provide automatic driving lessons for learner drivers, plus free online theory and hazard perception training with practical courses. Deep vehicle cleaning and comprehensive safety protocols are in place for all lessons.

Female Instructors
14 Windsor Way, Polegate BN26 6QDView school
GSI Driving School

GSI Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.6
Block bookings available

Family-run school with four instructors offering a caring approach, particularly welcoming to nervous drivers. Discounted block booking deals available (10 or 20-hour packages), plus motorway instruction and refresher lessons for experienced drivers.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
Foxhills, Woking GU21 3LTView school
PassMeFast

PassMeFast

Manual and automatic

4.5(1305)
Block bookings available

PassMeFast is a national driving school offering flexible course packages from 10 to 48 hours, with both manual and automatic lessons available. They provide semi-intensive courses, motorway training, and fast-track test booking, plus PassProtect—a confidence-building option that adds 2 extra tests for the price of 1. Student, youth, and apprentice discounts are available.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
8 Exchange Quay, Salford M5 3EJView school
Beverly Slater

Beverly Slater

Manual and automatic

4.5(119)

A holistic approach to learning that focuses on confidence and hazard awareness alongside test preparation. Book your first 2-hour lesson and get the second hour free, with Pass Plus courses also available for new drivers.

20 Totnes Ave, Bramhall, Stockport SK7 3PHView school
LearnDrive

LearnDrive

Manual and automatic

4.5(116)

Intensive driving course specialists with 30 years' experience, offering 2-day to 7-day programmes starting from £436. Courses range from complete beginners (37-42 hours over 7 days, £1774) to test-ready drivers, with optional residential accommodation included. Strong track record of first-time passes, with students reporting passes with minimal minors across all experience levels.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
18 Bertrand Ave, Blackpool FY3 7RNView school
Glasgow School of Motoring

Glasgow School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.5(86)95% pass rate
Block bookings available

Over 95% first-time pass rate backed by 35 years of experience and consistently positive reviews praising instructor patience and clear teaching. Lessons available across multiple formats with flexible scheduling to match your learning pace, plus Pass Plus courses also available.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
Range Rd, Glasgow G53 7PPView school
U Drive Driver Training

U Drive Driver Training

Manual and automatic

4.5(73)87% pass rate
Block bookings available

87% first-time pass rate backed by 422 customer reviews praising patient instructors and modern teaching methods. The school offers £20 off block bookings through their 'Try Us and See Deal', with flexible lessons tailored to individual learning styles—no pressure to progress before you're ready. Choose from 13 male and female instructors, all CRB-checked, with pickup and drop-off at home, college, or work included.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
Farm Alder Root Ln, Winwick, Warrington WA2 8RZView school
KC Driving School

KC Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.5(37)
Block bookings available

Over 3,495 learners passed their test since 2007, with a first-time pass rate significantly above local and national averages. Every lesson comes with a 9-star money-back guarantee covering friendliness, patience, quality tuition, and structured learning outcomes. Block bookings of 10+ lessons receive discounts, and the school specialises in nervous learners, neuro-diverse students (autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, dyslexia), and mature drivers seeking confidence.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
55 Launceston Dr, Nuneaton CV11 6FTView school
Bangor Driving Academy

Bangor Driving Academy

Manual and automatic

4.5(31)

Family-run school established over 20 years ago, run by Irene and Richard with an excellent first-time pass rate. Located just under a mile from the test centre, they know all the test routes inside out and can highlight hazards you're likely to encounter. One-to-one tuition with door-to-door service, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway training available.

Female Instructors
East Side, Garth Hill Cottages, Upper Garth Rd, Bangor LL57 2STView school
Learn to Drive with Sarah

Learn to Drive with Sarah

Manual

4.5(17)
Block bookings available

Patient instructor with a very good first-time pass rate, experienced since 2007 and particularly skilled with nervous learners and those with dyspraxia or dyslexia. One-to-one tuition at your own pace, with block booking or weekly payment options, semi-intensive courses, and Pass Plus courses also available.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
35 Randle Bennett Cl, Cheshire, Sandbach CW11 3GAView school
Drew's Driving School

Drew's Driving School

Automatic

4.5(17)

Ben Drew has built a consistently high pass rate teaching automatic driving lessons since 2005 across the region. Specialising in automatic transmission tuition, this school focuses on quality instruction and has earned a strong local reputation for reliable, professional teaching.

52 Coriander Dr, Thetford IP24 2XZView school
Fun on Wheels UK

Fun on Wheels UK

Manual

4.5(16)

Instructor with 40+ years driving experience and 15+ years coaching, plus Vice Chairman of the National Trailer and Towing Association. Qualified as a mechanic and HGV driver before founding the school in 2005, bringing hands-on expertise in vehicle dynamics and towing. Relaxed, individually tailored lessons focused on building confidence and real-world skills rather than just test technique.

22 Micklesmere Dr, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds, Bury Saint Edmunds IP31 2UJView 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