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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- 11,255
- independent instructors
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Top driving schools in United Kingdom by what matters most
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Sue D'Vaz Driving School
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 lessons in United Kingdom
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Intensive Driving Course
Manual and automatic
10+ years specialising in intensive driving courses, Barry offers four tailored programmes from 10 to 50 hours, each designed for different experience levels. The 1-week course (35 hours) costs £1,825 including a free re-test worth up to £325, while the 4-day short course is £1,495; both include test booking on the final day.
David Hamshaw Driving School
Manual
Advanced Driving Instructor affiliated with Bill Plant Driving School, National Driving School of the Year 2019. Lessons tailored to your pace in a Volkswagen tuition vehicle, with block booking discounts available for 6, 8, 10 or 20 hours. Motorway lessons, mock tests, and Pass Plus courses also offered.

Pauls Driver Training
Over 20 years of experience with consistently strong reviews praising patience, humour, and effective teaching, multiple students report passing first time. Block booking discounts available on your first 10 lessons, plus Pass Plus courses for newly qualified drivers.
Andy Lau Driving School
Automatic
Single-instructor school with 24 years' teaching experience—12 years in London before establishing here in 2001. Pass rate well above average on automatic lessons. Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends, with personalized lesson plans tailored to each learner's pace.
Dronfield School of Motoring
Manual
Instructor with years of experience teaching learners of all ages and abilities, focusing on building genuine confidence for independent driving rather than just test passing. Lessons are tailored to your needs, whether you're brand new, struggling with another instructor, or seeking a refresher, with dedicated support for theory test preparation.
A2Z of Motoring
Manual and automatic
A 50-year-old family-run school with a 73.8% pass rate, significantly above the national average, and 93.3% of pupils would recommend them to friends. Every lesson is tracked against a 34-point syllabus with progress available online 24/7, plus free access to over 2,500 theory revision questions and 150 hazard perception clips. Text reminders before each lesson and automated receipts keep you organised throughout your learning.
Top Drive UK
Manual
Over 25 years in business with an 80% first-time pass rate across 1,000+ learners. Flexible pricing from pay-as-you-go lessons to intensive courses ranging from 8 to 25 hours (£410–£1,050), all designed to be completed within a week with a test on the final day.
Philip Driving School
Manual and automatic
Over 10 years of experience with a strong reputation for high pass rates and structured one-to-one training. Philip uses modern, confidence-building methods to help learners reach test standard safely, with flexible scheduling across 7 days a week and competitive pricing for both standard and intensive courses.

The Automatic Driving School
Automatic
Grade A instructor specialising in automatic driving lessons, with 40+ years' experience teaching learners from complete beginners to those with physical disabilities. Free online theory training through Theory Test Pro is included, and you'll practise extensively in a dual-controlled Mercedes automatic across varied roads in different towns and rural areas.
Wren's Driving School
Manual
Independent local school offering intensive courses from 1 day to 2 weeks, with flexible scheduling to suit working learners and those with other commitments. Tailored lessons cover beginners through to motorway confidence and refresher training, including mock tests and rescue courses for those needing a second attempt.
Mandy's Driving School
Manual
Patient instructor with 15+ years' experience and an outstanding first-time pass rate, highly recommended across the area. Offers regular lessons, refresher courses, and theory test support, welcoming all abilities. Multiple five-star reviews highlight her calm teaching style and student success.
D.J.L School of Motoring
Manual
An established independent school with a high first-time pass rate and consistently strong reviews praising Derek's patient tuition. Trailer lessons also available alongside standard car driving instruction, with competitive pricing and a reputation for going the extra mile.
Carl Brookes
Manual
Intensive courses tailored to your experience level, from complete beginners (40 hours over 2 weeks) to failed test retakes (12 hours). One-to-one instruction means you only pay for your own training, with optional 2-hour assessments to determine exactly how much tuition you need before test day.
Northern School of Motoring
Manual
20 years' experience with Level 3 NVQ in Customer Service and CRB checked. Discounted block deals available—book 10 hours of lessons and receive a reduced rate. Friendly instruction across all licence categories, including Pass Plus and motorway tuition.
Colin Simmons Driver Tuition
Manual
Known for teaching safe driving skills that last a lifetime, not just test-passing techniques. Colin combines professional instruction with a relaxed, patient approach, using Theory Test Pro resources and mock tests on actual local routes to build genuine confidence. Block booking discounts and intensive courses are available; contact for current pricing.
Bury St Edmunds Automatic & Manual Driving School
Manual and automatic
No pricing, pass rates, or instructor details are provided on this website, making it difficult to assess value or teaching quality. Contact them directly to discuss lesson costs, availability, and what sets their instruction apart.
21st Century Driving
Manual and automatic
21st Century Driving targets 36 hours of lessons through their comprehensive online system, rejecting the industry standard of 47+ hours. Half-price first lesson with no commitment, then block booking discounts on 10 hours or more; premium rates apply outside standard 0800-1600 Monday-Friday hours.
1st Driving School
Manual
Instructors trained specifically to support learners with test day nerves and anxiety, creating a calm approach to your practical exam. Free online theory test resources are included, with one-to-one theory help available on request. Flexible weekly lessons tailored to your pace.
5Day
Manual and automatic
Intensive driving courses designed to get learners test-ready in just five days, with 1:1 practical tuition and included theory training. From £1,480 all-in, the package covers theory test fees, free use of the school's car for your first practical test, and free corrective lessons if you don't pass first time. Over 79,000 learners have passed since 2002, with instructors praised for patience and clear explanations across multiple locations.
Think Driving School
Manual and automatic
Founded by two experienced instructors in 2005, Think structures lessons around your learning pace rather than a fixed curriculum, claiming learners can save up to 60% compared to larger chains. Four introductory lessons for £69 let you assess the instructor before committing. Seven-day-a-week availability plus Pass Plus courses and free tutorial videos on roundabouts, manoeuvres, and test centre routes support your progress beyond the test.
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 £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.
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.