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
Target Driving School
Excellent pass rates across Wakefield, Dewsbury, Castleford, Pontefract and surrounding areas. £32/hour for manual lessons, or £220 for your first 10 hours as a new driver; existing drivers can book 10-hour blocks at £288. Pass Plus courses also available.

Luigi's Professional Driving Tuition
Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience and a reputation for way-above-average first-time pass rates. £34/hour or £320 for a 10-hour block, with theory help, motorway lessons, and refresher courses available. UCAS students receive an additional £1 discount per hour.
Driving School Preston
£40/hour for standard lessons or £80 for two hours, with 10-hour block deals at £380. Intensive courses range from 10 to 45 hours (£610–£2,140), flexible enough to fit learning around your schedule. Female instructors available throughout the service area.

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 start with just 6 hours for £186/£198 , both backed by 100% money-back guarantees if unsatisfied. Pay-as-you-go lessons from £36/hour (manual) or £38/hour (automatic), with intensive courses ranging from 20 to 40 hours for those wanting to fast-track their licence within 1–6 weeks.
Bev's Driving School
One-to-one tuition from a patient, friendly instructor with door-to-door pick-up from home, work, school or college. Lessons at £35/hour or £335 for a 10-hour block, with 90-minute and 2-hour options also available; motorway and test day lessons offered separately. Flexible scheduling across weekdays, Saturdays, and evenings in a modern dual-controlled Toyota Yaris.
Harriet Miller Driving Instructor
£40/hour before 5pm, £43/hour after 5pm and weekends. 15 years' experience with a high pass rate, sole proprietor offering one-to-one tuition from first lesson through test day and Pass Plus courses. Money-back guarantee on your first lesson if you're not satisfied.
Trevor Duncan Driving School
Known for building confidence in nervous learners, Trevor offers structured lessons tailored to individual needs with a patient, encouraging approach backed by 265 five-star reviews. Standard rates from £38/hour with substantial block discounts (10 hours weekday £370, 20 hours £735), plus 2-day and 5-day intensive courses from £880. Test car hire available at £76, and Pass Plus courses also on offer.
South Wilts Driving Tuition
Grade A instructors Mark Tylor and Katie Shepherd have been teaching together since 2003, with deep local knowledge of test routes and the surrounding area. Mark specialises in automatic lessons while Katie teaches manual, both at £45/hour with extensive experience built over two decades.
Traynor Driving School
Established in 2002, Lesley provides structured tuition in a relaxed environment with individual record sheets to track your progress toward test day. Lessons are tailored to your pace, from nervous learners to those seeking refresher skills, with flexible collection from home, work or college. Pricing starts at £50/hour, with 90-minute lessons at £75, 2-hour lessons at £95, or a 10-lesson block at £450 for better value.

West Kent Driving Academy
A single-instructor school built on personal rapport, students consistently praise David's patience, humour, and ability to make lessons feel relaxed rather than formal. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with free Theory Test Pro access and post-test motorway and night driving coaching also available.
You Drive School Of Motoring
Run by Paul, this school focuses on building confidence in nervous learners through patient, friendly instruction. Single 1-hour lessons at £45, or save with a 10-hour block at £440; flexible 1.5 and 2-hour options also available for those wanting longer sessions.
Stan's School of Motoring
18 years of teaching experience with a track record of first-time passes, including multiple student testimonials praising patience and confidence-building. Single lessons at £37/hour or a 10-hour package for £350, plus Pass Plus courses available at £250 to help reduce insurance costs.
In Gear Driving School
Well-established independent school specialising in manual lessons across Leeds and surrounding areas, open 7 days a week with door-to-door pickup and drop-off. £35/hour for single lessons, or save with block deals from £330 for 10 hours (£33/hour) up to £930 for 30 hours (£31/hour). Known for patient instruction with nervous learners, plus Fast Pass intensive courses, motorway tuition, and taxi pass training.
Foster's Driving School
Patient instructor known for putting nervous learners at ease with a calm teaching style. £38/hour or £76 for a 2-hour lesson, plus Pass Plus courses available to help reduce your insurance by up to 30%.
Independence Driving School
Grade A instructor with 19 years' experience and nearly 1,000 students progressed to passing drivers. Gary specialises in nervous learners and has built an above-average pass rate through patient, relaxed teaching that focuses on safe driving skills, not just test technique. £36/hour or £350 for 10 hours, with a beginner special of £170 for 5 hours; all packages include one month's free subscription to Driving Test Success Online.
Drivetime School of Motoring
Established over 20 years ago, this independent school is run by Sarah Crosbie, who achieved an A Grade at her most recent standards check and is a member of the ADI Joint National Council. £36/hour for standard lessons, or save with block deals: 10 hours for £350, 20 hours for £690, or 30 hours for £1,005. The focus is on practical driving experience rather than classroom talk—lessons are tailored to your strengths and weaknesses, with honest feedback at the end of each session.
RLdrive Driving School
Grade A instructor established since 2011, known for patient, stress-free teaching that helps nervous drivers pass first time. £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block with your first lesson free when you book a package, plus use of the training car for your test.
Andy's Pass Academy
Nearly 50 years in the motor trade combined with 5 years as a qualified instructor – Andy brings genuine automotive expertise to every lesson. Standard 2-hour automatic lessons at £39/hour, or save with block packages from £380 for 10 hours (£38/hour) and £740 for 20 hours (£37/hour). 5-star reviews highlight his patient, friendly approach and thorough preparation for test day.
nicedriving
A 26-year-old Shrewsbury institution with 343 first-time passes and 7 zero-fault test results, run by Wayne, a Grade A instructor holding advanced qualifications including RoSPA Gold and Cardington Grade A certifications. Simple pricing at £40 per hour with block deals (5 lessons £200, 10 lessons £400), plus Pass Plus courses at £250. The school covers learner drivers through to advanced, defensive, and fleet training, with mock tests conducted to exam standard before you sit your test.
DSL Driving School Lisburn
Grade 6 instructor with a track record of first-time passes and free online theory training included with lessons. £45/hour or £100 for three beginner lessons, plus test car use with lesson included for £150.
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 |