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
Somerby Driving School
Independent school established in 1984 with an enviable reputation for driving test success. Principal Nigel Truman has been instructing since 2001 and tailors lessons to suit each learner's pace, welcoming nervous pupils and all age groups. Lessons at £27–£30 per hour, with door-to-door service, dual-controlled cars, and the option to train in your own vehicle including automatics.
Access 2 Drive
Experienced instructor specializing in automatic driving lessons, with testimonials from nervous learners who found the clutch-free approach significantly easier. £40/hour, £60 for 90 minutes, or £280 for a 5-lesson block, with test day pickup from your door included at £70.
Bye Bye L
96% pass rate with 10 years of instruction experience and 30 years of driving expertise across multiple continents and vehicle types. Particularly good with learners facing driving anxiety, nerves, fear of speed, trauma, dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. Manual lessons from £40/hour (£80 for 2 hours) or automatic from £42.50/hour (£85 for 2 hours), plus a unique offer: complete 20 hours and get 2 hours free, then 3 more hours free after 42 hours—that's 45 hours for the price of 40.
Greenhorn Driving School
35 years of accident-free driving experience with a 93% first or second-time pass rate in 2025. Lessons from £38/hour on a pay-as-you-go basis, or £380 for a 10-hour block; 1.5-hour assessments also available at £60 to identify exactly how many lessons you'll need.
Inkersall Driving School
Friendly, reliable instructor offering flexible lesson lengths from 1 to 2 hours at £40 per hour, with discounts available for block bookings. Manual lessons only, so ideal if you're learning on a traditional car.
Highway Driver Training
20 years' experience with one of the highest first-time pass rates in the Southwest. £35/hour for standard lessons or £50 for 1.5-hour sessions; a 6-hour block (four 1.5-hour lessons) costs £180. One-to-one tuition with flexible pick-up and drop-off, plus motorway lessons, mock tests, and Pass Plus courses also available.
A2B Driver Training
Top-graded instructor with a track record of helping learners regain confidence and pass first time, including those who've struggled with previous instructors. Full 2-hour lessons at £40/hour with block booking discounts available. Fast Track or Easy Pace learning options tailored to your needs, plus flexible pick-up and drop-off points across the area.
Richard Gibbs Driving School
Grade A instructor with a 70% first-time pass rate and 20 years' experience since 2005. Lessons from £38/hour or £365 for a 10-hour block, with a 12-hour beginner package at £430 that includes theory test support, Pass Plus, and motorway tuition.
Cambridge Driving School
Independent school with a reputation built on high first-time pass rates and patient, confidence-building instruction. Lessons from £39/hour with flexible scheduling—take as few or as many hours per week as you need, or book intensive courses over a single week or longer. One-to-one tuition with the same instructor in a modern dual-controlled car, plus Pass Plus courses available to reduce insurance premiums by up to 30%.
Passtime Driving School
Will brings 10+ years of instruction experience and a calm, patient approach to every lesson, backed by an outstanding first-time pass rate and consistent 5-star reviews from students. Starter packs begin at £22.50 per hour (4-hour pack for £90), with standard rates at £32/hour or £30/hour for 10+ hour blocks, making this an affordable option for learners in the area.
Solo-Pass Driving School
Grade A instructor with a patient, calm teaching style that puts nervous learners at ease. £35/hour for manual lessons or £40/hour for automatic driving lessons. Built entirely on word-of-mouth recommendations, with a focus on giving you the best chance of passing first time.
P and D Driving School
90-minute lessons at £60 are the flagship offering here, designed to build consistent progress week on week. Test day packages include pick-up, pre-test practice to settle nerves, use of the school car, and drop-off for £95. Block booking discounts are available on request.

Coastal Learners Driving School
£35/hour with a generous introductory offer of three lessons for just £60. Intensive step-up programmes from 10 to 30 hours (£350–£1,020) are flexible around your schedule, scaling from 2-hour to 4-hour lessons over 2–4 weeks. One-to-one tuition with a high first-time pass rate, plus free theory test support at home.
Art of Driving
Grade A instructor with RoSPA advanced driver gold qualification since 2005, consistently achieving the highest standard check grades. Lessons at £35/hour or £310 for a 10-hour block (delivered in 2-hour slots, valid for 8 months), plus gift vouchers available.
Highway 2 L
Friendly, relaxed instruction at competitive rates: £40/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block. Pass Plus courses also available at £175, helping reduce your insurance costs after passing.
Learn with Joe
Joe McGrory holds a BTEC Level 4 Professional Award in Coaching for Driver Development and completed Level 2 Coaching and Mentoring training, making him particularly skilled with nervous and anxious learners. At £39/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, lessons cover everything from basics to motorway driving and refresher training for returning drivers. Pass Plus courses are also available for newly qualified drivers.
AB Driving School Wakefield
Operating since 2001 with instructors trained to the highest standard, this school focuses on getting learners passed quickly without unnecessary lessons. £36/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, with automatic lessons at £38/hour and Pass Plus courses available; reviews highlight punctuality, patience, and a friendly approach that helps even anxious learners build confidence.
Wrightway2Drive
Patient instructor known for helping nervous and mature learners feel relaxed behind the wheel, with many first-attempt passes. £40/hour for single lessons or discounted block bookings, plus access to the MyDriveTime app for all pupils. Pass Plus courses also available.
Lords Driving Training
Lords Driving Training specialises in car, bus, coach, and HGV training across Greater Manchester, with flexible financing available through their credit broker partners. Car training costs £1,600 for 40 hours and can be completed in as little as one week, covering both manual and automatic vehicles with test car hire included. They also offer theory test preparation, instructor training, and professional CPC courses for drivers seeking career progression in the UK's high-demand transport sector.

Drive 500 Driving School
Grade A instructor with a small, independent operation near Sevenoaks offering manual lessons at £45/hour or £425 for a 10-hour block. Known for welcoming nervous learners and catering to all ages, with online theory test tuition and Pass Plus courses (£175) also available.
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 |