Driving Lessons in United Kingdom
- £39
- average price
- 4,060
- driving schools
- 11,374
- independent instructors
- 1
- test centre
Top driving schools in United Kingdom by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
McBride Driving Tuition
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 schools and instructors in United Kingdom

Topclass Driving School
Beginner-focused school with a confidence-building "Try Us & See" guarantee: 10 hours of structured tuition for £300 (manual) or £320 (automatic), or 6 hours for £186/£198, both backed by 100% money-back promises if unsatisfied. Standard rates are £36/hour (manual) or £38/hour (automatic), with 10-hour block deals at £320/£340 offering £40 savings, plus intensive courses ranging from 20 to 40 hours for those wanting to fast-track their licence.
LRD School of Motoring
Patient instructors focused on building confidence in nervous learners through a supportive teaching approach. Lessons are tailored to all experience levels, from complete beginners to those refining existing skills. £37 per hour or £350 for a 10-hour block booking.
CGM Driving Tuition
Over 85% first-time pass rate backed by multiple testimonials of fault-free passes. Chris Brogden combines client-centred coaching with a structured programme, and brings 20 years of North Yorkshire Police response driver training to his instruction. Lessons are £42/hour (1.5 or 2-hour sessions available) or £395 for a 10-hour block.
Strive Driving School
Founded in October 2024, Strive focuses on driving as a skill for life rather than just test passing, tailoring lessons to how each learner prefers to learn. At £42/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block (saving £20), there's also a £80 taster session to trial the service first. Student reviews highlight the instructor's patient, calm approach and ability to build confidence.

Chris Highsted School of Motoring
Father-and-daughter team with exceptional credentials: Chris is a retired Kent Police Class One Advanced Driver with 27 years in the Traffic Division and 25 years as an advanced driver; Angela brings 15 years of teaching experience from primary education. Lessons at £35/hour (1.5 hours for £50, 2 hours for £65) focus on structured tuition following the DVSA Syllabus, with particular strength in nervous drivers and a high pass rate. Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons also available.
Nicks Driver Training
£43/hour for manual or £44/hour for automatic, with 2-hour lessons at £86 and £88 respectively; 10-hour block deals at £420 (manual) or £430 (automatic) offer better value. Run by Nick Long since 2001, this single-instructor school prioritises keeping learners relaxed and confident rather than rushing through the syllabus, with lessons structured around individual ability and progressing from local roads to test areas in Kings Lynn and Norwich.
ABC Driver Training
Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience offering patient, friendly tuition in automatic and manual lessons. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with student rates at £38/hour. Pass Plus courses, motorway driving, and refresher lessons for full licence holders also available.
Anderson Driving School
Single instructor operation with a Ford Puma ST manual car, offering straightforward hourly rates at £35/hour, £52.50 for 1.5 hours, or £70 for 2-hour lessons. Martin Anderson is CRB checked and provides tuition across the local area.
Liton Driving School
Founded by Liton Miah with a focus on building safe, confident drivers rather than just test passers. Lessons start at £35/hour for the first 2 hours, with block deals at £36/hour for 6 hours (£216) or £38/hour for 10 hours (£380). You'll work with the same instructor and car throughout your course, with consistent feedback and a calm, patient approach tailored to your learning pace.
Normanton Driving School
Proudly based in Normanton, this school knows the Derby test routes inside out and specialises in patient, structured lessons tailored to your pace and confidence level. Single lessons cost £39.99/hour, or save with the Beginner Package: 5 two-hour lessons for £349.99 (manual only). Learners regularly achieve first-time passes thanks to proven teaching methods and a calm, supportive environment that helps you build safe habits for life.

Topclass Driving School
90% of new pupils choose the 10-hour beginner package at £300 (manual) or £320 (automatic) with a 100% money-back guarantee, saving £60 compared to pay-as-you-go rates. Standard lessons are £36/hour (manual) or £38/hour (automatic), with 2-hour slots at £72 (manual) or £76 (automatic). Intensive courses from 20 to 40 hours cater to complete beginners through returning drivers, priced from £680–£1,440 depending on experience level and duration.

Active Driving School Kent
Family-run school led by Richard, who prioritises long-term road safety over test statistics. Instructors use personalised lesson plans tailored to your individual needs rather than fixed curricula, with pricing at £40/hour for manual lessons and £42/hour for automatic lessons, plus flexible 1.5-hour and 2-hour options available.
Jenny's School of Motoring
Green badge holder with multiple 5-star reviews on Yell and Google Maps, offering lessons in a calm, patient teaching style. £34/hour (minimum 90 minutes at £51), £62 for 2 hours, with refresher courses, motorway tuition, and mock tests available. Specialises in nervous drivers and covers town, rural, night, and dual carriageway driving across a wide range of road conditions.
Bodyguards Driving
BTEC Level 4 qualified instructor bringing university-level coaching methods to develop thinking drivers prepared for a lifetime of safe driving. £40 per hour for learner lessons, with Pass Plus courses also available. Serves Peterborough and surrounding areas including Stamford, Oundle, and The Deepings, with plans to expand to Grantham.
L2DWG
40+ years of driving experience across vans, HGVs, articulated lorries, coaches and buses informs Gary's teaching approach—he's passionate about helping every learner experience that same sense of achievement and freedom he felt passing his own test. Pay as you go from £50/hour or save with block deals: 10 hours for £480, 20 hours for £900. Test car hire available from £80 (minimum 2 hours), plus motorway lessons and Pass Plus courses.
Harrogate School of Motoring
Established instructor Richard Prudames has taught thousands of learners, with multiple five-star reviews praising patient, enthusiastic teaching and first-time passes. Lessons are £45/hour or £90 for two hours, with motorway instruction at £50/hour and Pass Plus courses also available.
The Driving Academy
£40/hour for standard lessons, with intensive courses and specialist options including night-time and motorway driving. Over 20 years' experience as a DSA-qualified instructor, known for a fantastic pass rate and particular focus on nervous or scared drivers. Flexible scheduling and affordable pricing make this a solid choice for learners seeking patient, thorough instruction.
SteerIt
Loyalty rewards set this school apart: get your 5th and 10th hours free when you take regular lessons and claim a loyalty card. £35/hour or £290 for a 10-hour block (saving £60), with extended 1.5 and 2-hour options available. Student discounts apply, and recent reviews highlight patient instruction and quick progress, with one learner passing in just 3 months after switching instructors.
TLR Automatic Driving Tuition
Grade A instructor ranked 24th out of 1,060 UK driving instructors on FreeIndex, with 480 five-star reviews out of 493 total. Lessons at £40/hour, £60 for 1.5 hours, or £80 for 2 hours in a dual-controlled Toyota Corolla Hybrid. Test day includes a one-hour pre-test lesson plus one hour of car use for your exam.
Alan Kenyon Driving School
20+ years of experience with a patient, methodical approach—one reviewer noted Alan found ways to teach her when previous instructors had made her believe driving wasn't possible. 1.5-hour lessons at £60, plus motorway, refresher, and Pass Plus courses available, with free online theory and hazard perception training included.
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 £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
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.
Rugby
7,174 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rugby | 47.9% | 44.7% | 39.1% | 46.0% | 7,174 |