Driving Lessons in United Kingdom
- £39
- average price
- 4,048
- driving schools
- 11,266
- independent instructors
- 1
- test centre
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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.
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Normanton Driving School
Manual and automatic
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
Manual and automatic
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
Manual and automatic
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
Manual
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.
Drive Right
Manual and automatic
£60/hour for manual lessons or £55/hour for automatic, with 10-hour block deals at £380 and £350 respectively. Operating since 2009, this school specializes in supporting learners with anxiety, dyspraxia, asperger's, and dyslexia, adapting teaching methods to each student's unique learning style. All lessons are 1.5 hours long, and free access to Theory Test Pro is included.
Bodyguards Driving
Manual
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.
Kingsfleet School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
Intensive course specialists with a strong track record of first-attempt passes, including several with zero or minimal driver faults. Two-hour lessons at £64 (rising to £68 from January 2026), or £300 for a 10-hour block booking with Pass Plus courses also available. One-to-one instruction with door-to-door service across the local area.
L2DWG
Manual and automatic
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
Manual
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
Manual
£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
Manual
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
Automatic
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
Manual
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.
U-PASSNI
Manual
Locally owned and operated by Stephen, who teaches with a calm, patient approach tailored to each learner's unique style and pace. £42/hour or £370 for 10 hours paid in advance, with test car use available for £140 including pickup, test drive, and full debrief. Additional offerings include theory test preparation, post-test motorway and night driving tuition, and no car sharing on lessons.
Alex's Driving School
Manual
10+ years of instruction experience with a patient, relaxed teaching approach that adapts to each learner's pace. £45/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £86 and Pass Plus courses also available.
Findley's Driving School
Manual
Instructor since 2000 with continuous professional development and a strict no-shouting, no-interruptions approach. £38/hour or £185 for 5 lessons and £360 for 10 lessons; new pupils get their first four lessons for just £140. One-to-one tuition in a small, comfortable Toyota Aygo with a no-nonsense refund policy and full lesson time guaranteed.
Alex's Driving School
Manual
LDC-trained instructor specialising in the LD System, a structured learning method that lets you track progress through workbooks and an online hub before and after each lesson. £40/hour for 1.5-hour lessons (£60), or choose from block deals starting at £234 for 6 hours, plus intensive courses ranging from Test Booster (15 hours, £787) to One Week Pass (30 hours, £1,612) with test fees included.
Norwich Driving School
Manual and automatic
20+ years' experience delivering calm, patient lessons focused on building confidence from day one. Structured courses from £400 (10-hour starter) to £800 (20-hour), with 1.5-hour lessons at £60 or 2-hour sessions at £80, plus theory support and mock tests included throughout.

Freedom Drive
Manual and automatic
Flexible pay-as-you-go or block booking options at £38/hour for single lessons, or £350 for a 10-hour block. Beyond standard learner lessons, they specialise in Refresher courses for lapsed drivers, Mature Driver Assessments, and Pass Plus training, making them a strong choice if you need confidence-building or post-test development alongside your initial training.
Terry Driving School
Manual
Solo instructor Terry delivers one-to-one lessons in a modern Ford Puma, tailoring each session to your pace and learning style in a calm, confidence-building environment. £35 per hour or £330 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £68. Intensive courses available to help you pass in around 2 weeks.
Block booking
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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 2073 driving schools in United Kingdom.
Intensive courses in United Kingdom
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1,624 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, 2025-26. 1 nearby test centre.
Rugby
6,664 tests taken · 9 week wait| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rugby | 53.7% | 49.5% | 43.7% | 51.4% | 6,664 | 9 weeks |