Driving Lessons in United Kingdom

£39
average price
4,060
driving schools
11,374
independent instructors
1
test centre

Driving schools and instructors in United Kingdom

Showing 3,0213,040 of 4,060
Archway Driving School

Archway Driving School

4
Block bookings available

Founded in 1974 with 44+ years of experience, this school specialises in nervous drivers and advanced motorists alike, drawing most new pupils from word-of-mouth recommendations thanks to a very high pass rate. The owner, Stephos, brings rally driving expertise and a focus on safe, proactive driving skills. Competitive rates reflect their minimal marketing spend, and they offer flexible lesson packages, theory test preparation, and intensive courses across North London.

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38 Junction Rd, Archway, London N19 5RDView school
All Pass Driving

All Pass Driving

3.9(150)
7hrs for £435

All Pass Driving specialises in intensive courses across the UK, with the unique offer of paying for your practical test when you book a course. They provide 20+ professional training videos to support your learning, and cater to all ability levels from complete beginners to test resits. Courses start from £435 for 7 hours (manual) or £497 with test included, delivered over 2-5 days.

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4 Woodside Pl, Glasgow G3 7QFView school
Pass Drive Driving School

Pass Drive Driving School

3.9(14)
Block bookings available

UK-wide network offering weekly lessons, intensive courses, and residential driving holidays, with Pass Plus courses also available. Instructors are regularly assessed to maintain high teaching standards, and the school provides support across multiple locations from Fife to Dorset.

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9, Business Incubator Kirkcaldy Myregormie Place, Kirkcaldy KY1 3NAView school
SCP Driving School

SCP Driving School

3.9(7)
Block bookings available

High first-time pass rate with a calm, patient instructor who specializes in nervous drivers and creates a relaxed learning environment. Lessons are priced affordably with significant savings available through 10 or 20-hour block bookings, and include 90 or 120-minute options. Free access to Test Theory Pro app, mock tests, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses round out a comprehensive offering.

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21 Rowner Rd, Lee-on-the-Solent PO13 9UEView school
City Way School Of Motoring

City Way School Of Motoring

3.8(33)
10hrs for £350

Gary's school stands out for its money-back guarantee and dashcam review system, every lesson is recorded so you can analyse mistakes together and understand exactly what to improve. Two-hour lessons start at £76 (9am–5pm weekdays) or £80 (evenings, weekends, bank holidays), with 10-hour blocks from £350 and intensive courses from £400. Multiple testimonials highlight his patience with nervous learners and first-time pass rates, particularly those who switched from other instructors.

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386 City Way, Rochester ME1 2BQView school
Agnelli Driver Training

Agnelli Driver Training

3.8(8)

Operating since 2007, this school specializes in patient instruction for learners with additional needs including dyslexia, dyspraxia, autism, and anxiety. Door-to-door collection and drop-off, flexible scheduling across 7 days with no evening or weekend surcharges, and Pass Plus courses available. Excellent pass rates documented in their Roll of Honour.

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38 Main St, Sedgeberrow, Evesham WR11 7UFView school
Red Dragon Driving School

Red Dragon Driving School

3.8

45 years of experience with thousands of satisfied customers across South Wales. Stress-free, patient instruction tailored to your learning style—whether you're a new driver, returning after a break, or pursuing intensive courses. Free support with theory test prep, provisional license applications, and Pass Plus training also available.

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47 Lower Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 6LWView school
Britannia Driving School

Britannia Driving School

3.8

Large-scale driving school offering intensive courses, Pass Plus, and refresher lessons alongside standard tuition. Free online resources including mock theory tests, hazard perception practice, and a driving test simulator help learners prepare between lessons, while a dedicated test booking service streamlines the application process.

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Britannia House, 285 Kingston Rd, London SW20 8LBView school
Greentopinkds

Greentopinkds

3.7(11)
Block bookings available

Grade A instructor operating since 2008 with 240 five-star reviews and a track record of first-time passes. Ian Kershaw offers hourly lessons and block bookings across all ME postcodes, with a new car replaced every 18 months and flexible scheduling six days a week. Pass Plus courses also available.

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14B Charlton St, Maidstone ME16 8LAView school
Coles School of Motoring

Coles School of Motoring

3.7(9)

Client-centred approach that prioritises pupil comfort and understanding over dictatorial instruction, creating a relaxed learning environment proven to develop safer drivers. Pass Plus courses also available for full licence holders looking to refresh skills or master advanced techniques across motorway, rural, and all-weather driving.

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24 Cranesmoor Cl, Bovington, Wareham BH20 6LQView school
Learning2Drive

Learning2Drive

3.7(9)
15hrs for £695

Operating for over 40 years, Learning2Drive pioneered one-week intensive driving courses in the UK and remains one of the longest-established online driving schools. Courses range from 15 to 45 hours, priced from £695 to £1995, with semi-intensive options available to spread learning over weeks or months. Multiple test centres across the region mean you can train and test locally.

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3 Crawley Ave, Swindon SN3 4LBView school
Paul Gurd Driving Tuition

Paul Gurd Driving Tuition

3.7(7)

Established since 1994 with a reputation for patient, relaxed instruction suited to learners of all abilities. Comprehensive courses cover theory, hazard perception, mock tests, and motorway driving, with Pass Plus courses available at half price through financial assistance. Door-to-door service with flexible scheduling means lessons fit around your life, not the other way around.

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42 Donaldson Rd, Salisbury SP1 3DBView school
West Cheshire Driving School

West Cheshire Driving School

3.7(3)

Three decades of experience teaching safe, responsible driving—not just test passes. Alongside standard lessons, they offer Pass Plus courses, refresher training, and motorway instruction to build confidence across all driving scenarios.

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31 Carr Gate, Moreton, Wirral CH46 6EQView school
L Plate

L Plate

3.7(3)
10hrs for £490

An instructor-matching platform connecting learners with hand-picked, trusted instructors tailored to individual needs rather than a traditional school. 2-hour taster lessons from £130, with 10-hour packages at £490 and 40-hour packages at £1,850. Intensive courses available with a £250 deposit.

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5 Duke St, Bath BA2 4AHView school
SMS Driving School

SMS Driving School

3.7(3)

13 years' experience teaching automatic driving lessons to hundreds of learners. Sean Stiddard brings a calm, friendly approach informed by his background in martial arts instruction and coaching—skills that translate directly to patient, structured teaching. Professional one-to-one tuition for complete beginners through to experienced drivers.

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68 Walsh Ave, Bristol BS14 9SJView school
Dougies Driving School

Dougies Driving School

3.7(3)

Running since 2001 with a high pass rate and hundreds of students trained across all levels. Dougie offers flexible lesson lengths (1, 1.5, or 2 hours), full mock tests, theory training, and Pass Plus courses, with a patient, door-to-door service focused on practical driving rather than test-passing shortcuts. Member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists and ADIOS.

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Addison Cres, Leven KY8 4ARView school
Michaels Driving School

Michaels Driving School

3.7

Established driving school offering professional instruction for learners at all levels, from complete beginners to those refreshing their skills. Michael provides high-standard tuition tailored to individual needs, with a focus on professionalism and customer satisfaction throughout your learning journey.

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1 Fremont Dr, Dudley DY1 2UXView school
Morriston Driving School

Morriston Driving School

3.7

Instructor with 6+ years' experience and Territorial Army background, including large vehicle training. Specialises in automatic driving lessons, international licence conversions, and learners with physical disabilities; recent students averaged under 30 hours to pass with 0-6 minors. Hourly lessons available with intensive courses on request.

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143 Clyndu St, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7BGView school
5DAY Sidcup Intensive Driving Courses

5DAY Sidcup Intensive Driving Courses

3.5(25)

Established in 2002 and trusted by over 79,000 learners, 5Day compresses driving training into five intensive days with 1:1 tuition, online theory, and free corrective lessons if you don't pass first time. From £1,480 all-inclusive, covering theory test, use of their car for your first practical test, and no hidden fees, this is ideal if you want fast, focused progress without months of weekly lessons.

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West Wing Ground Floor, Planwell House, LEFA Business Park, Edgington Way, Sidcup DA14 5EFView school
Rawdon School of Motoring

Rawdon School of Motoring

3.5(8)
Block bookings available

Solo instructor Bryan Mortimer has built a reputation for patience and relaxed teaching, having worked independently after four years at another school. One-to-one lessons mean consistent, personalized attention throughout your learning journey, with block booking discounts available to help you stay on track. Pass Plus courses also available for new drivers looking to build confidence beyond test standard.

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61 Harrogate Rd, Rawdon, Leeds LS19 6NBView school
Price snapshot

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.

Typical
£41
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £30
42
£30–35
151
£35–40
688
£40–45
715
£45–50
264
£50–55
68
£55+
20

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.

46%

Rugby

7,174 tests taken
Women47.9%
Men44.7%
Automatic39.1%

Areas in the United Kingdom