Driving Lessons in United Kingdom

£39
average price
4,060
driving schools
11,374
independent instructors
1
test centre

Driving schools and instructors in United Kingdom

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Guildomatic

Guildomatic

5
From £48/hr7hrs for £300Save £36

Guildomatic offers calm, structured lessons across Guildford with pricing from £48/hour for single sessions, or £300 for a five-session beginner package at 1.5 hours each. January special brings 1.5-hour sessions down to £60, and refresher lessons are available at £50/hour for returning drivers.

Manual
34 Hornbeam Rd, Guildford GU1 1LRView school
Crabtree's School of Motoring

Crabtree's School of Motoring

5
From £40/hr

Independent instructor with 20 years' experience since 2003, known for building confidence in nervous learners. First lesson offers 2 hours for the price of 1 hour, with standard rates at £40/hour or £80 for 2-hour lessons. Pass Plus courses available from £240 for a minimum 6-hour package.

Manual
11 Castles Cl, Stotfold, Hitchin SG5 4BZView school
GetIn2Gear

GetIn2Gear

5
From £30/hr10hrs for £290Save £10

Known for building confidence in anxious and nervous learners, Jon Chapman has a first-time pass rate well above the national average across 15+ years of teaching. £30/hour for single lessons, or £29/hour within a 10-hour block (£290) and £28/hour for 20 hours (£560). His patient, encouraging approach and ability to relate driving to learners' interests make him particularly effective with those struggling with anxiety or self-doubt.

Manual
10 Hill Barn Ln, Worthing BN14 9QBView school
Chislehurst Driving School

Chislehurst Driving School

5
From £39/hr5hrs for £345

£72 for 1 hour 40 minute lessons, or £345 for a block of 5 (working out at £39-41.40 per hour depending on booking method). A 100% pass rate across 2024-2025 with 37 out of 48 students passing first time and the remaining six passing on their second attempt. Test day car hire with full insurance costs £125 including one hour of tuition.

ManualTest car available
7, Warkworth House, 101 Waratah Dr, Chislehurst BR7 5FPView school
David's Driving School

David's Driving School

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £375Save £25

Grade A instructor with over 30 years in the driving industry, known for patient, personalised teaching that builds confidence. £40/hour or £375 for a 10-hour block, with Pass Plus courses and advanced refresher training also available. Pick-up and drop-off included at your preferred location.

ManualIntensiveFemale Instructors
17 Grebe Ave, Scotton, Richmond DL9 3NUView school
Always Driving

Always Driving

587.5% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Chris brings 11+ years of professional instruction with an exceptional 87.5% first-time pass rate and over 150 consecutive passes. His methodical, patient approach specializes in manual transmission instruction, building complete vehicle control and confidence from the ground up. At £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, new students can claim the first 2 hours for £70 with block booking, plus a £160 test day package including car hire and pre-test lesson.

ManualTest car available
Priory Ct, London E17 5LXView school
Maestro Driving School

Maestro Driving School

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £390Save £60

£45/hour for standard lessons, or £200 for a 5-hour block and £390 for a 10-hour block with discounted pricing. Instructors Hassina and Abdul Nasir adapt their teaching to visual learners, hands-on learners, and mixed approaches, focusing on building confidence and safe driving foundations rather than just test preparation. Open 8am–9pm daily including weekends, with 1-hour taster lessons at £80 and 2-hour lessons at £80 available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Unit 9, Granard Business Centre, Greater, Bunns Ln, London NW7 2DQView school
Drive Smart

Drive Smart

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £415Save £35

13 years' experience with 83% of pupils passing within 40 hours or less. Instructor Jahangir (Jay) specialises in nervous beginners and previously failed learners, conducting lessons in a calm, friendly manner with structured goals for each session. £45/hour or £415 for 10 hours, £810 for 20 hours; test car available for £210 (3-hour session including pickup).

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticTest car available
Ashmore Rd, London W9 3DAView school
Ess's Driving School

Ess's Driving School

5
From £45/hr10hrs for £400Save £50

Single instructor with an excellent safety record and extensive knowledge of traffic rules. Two-hour lessons at £90, or save with block deals ranging from 10 hours (£400) to 40 hours (£1,400). Test car hire available for £220 for local test centres including Greenford, Hendon, Mill Hill, Pinner, and Borehamwood.

ManualTest car available
111 Gloucester Terrace, London W2 6HUView school
Cardiff Driving School

Cardiff Driving School

5
From £47.67/hr12hrs for £572

Over 30 years of experience with local instructors who know the area well. Flexible course structures starting at £47.67/hour (12-hour automatic block at £572, or 18-hour starter course at £798), designed so you don't need to take time off work. Minimum 2-hour lessons ensure you get the most from each session without overloading.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
16 Ruthin Gardens, Cardiff CF24 4AUView school
Select Driving Academy

Select Driving Academy

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Lead instructor Tallat brings coaching experience from football and cricket, using a patient, student-led approach particularly suited to nervous and anxious drivers. Hourly lessons from £40 (manual) or £45 (automatic), with 10-hour blocks at £380 (manual) or £425 (automatic). A 100% money-back guarantee on your first lesson backs their confidence in their teaching.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
184 Cowley Rd, Oxford OX4 1UEView school
Asim Shah School of Motoring

Asim Shah School of Motoring

5
From £30/hr10hrs for £300

Asim Shah School of Motoring offers exceptional value at just £30 per hour, with a special introductory offer of three hours for £60 for new learners. A 10-hour block deal costs £300, and lessons are tailored to your pace using client-centred techniques and the DVSA recommended syllabus. Pass Plus courses and motorway driving lessons are also available.

Manual
6 Nelson St, Bedford MK40 4JPView school
Zdrive

Zdrive

5
From £37.50/hr40hrs for £1400Save £100

Zdrive tailors every lesson to your learning pace and comfort level, with instructors trained to the highest standards and vehicles maintained rigorously. Flexible pricing from £37.50/hour for 2-hour lessons up to £35/hour in 40-hour blocks, with test car hire at £165 on the day.

ManualTest car available
140 Northumberland Cres, Feltham TW14 9SWView school
Formula Jon Driving School

Formula Jon Driving School

576% pass rate
From £39/hr10hrs for £380Save £10

76% first-time pass rate backed by 40+ years of combined teaching experience. £39 per hour or £38 per hour with block bookings (5 hours for £195, 10 hours for £380), plus a free introductory lesson for new pupils. Motorway and refresher courses also available.

ManualAutomatic
12 Oaks Way, Carshalton SM5 4NQView school
Best Driving School Reading

Best Driving School Reading

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

Instructor Irfan consistently earns praise for patience, professionalism, and structured lessons that build confidence. £40/hour for manual or £42/hour for automatic, with 10-hour block deals at £390 (manual) or £410 (automatic) when paid in advance. Mock tests, test day car hire at £100 for 2 hours, and Pass Plus courses also available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
Newlyn Gardens, Reading RG2 8BDView school
Albakos Driving School

Albakos Driving School

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £370Save £30

Established over 10 years in South London with friendly, professional instructors. Manual lessons at £40/hour or £370 for 10 hours; automatic at £42/hour or £390 for 10 hours. Test car hire available from £120 (manual) or £130 (automatic), including a 1-hour pre-test drive.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
5, Lilford House, Lilford Rd, London SE5 9QAView school
Kudos Driving School

Kudos Driving School

5
From £37.50/hr10hrs for £365Save £10

Personable instructors guide nervous and beginner learners through a customized, patient approach tailored to your pace. Two-hour lessons at £75 (reduced from £90), 10-hour blocks at £365 (reduced from £450), plus motorway training at £135 and Pass Plus courses at £250. Test car available for £150 from, with pre-test warm-up included.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Beaumont Rd, London SW19 6RGView school
Drive with Jim

Drive with Jim

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £330Save £70

Over 20 years' experience teaching nervous and confident learners alike in the Worthing area, with a flexible approach that matches your pace. £40/hour or £330 for a 10-hour beginner block, plus Pass Plus courses available.

Manual
16 Offington Dr, Worthing BN14 9PNView school
Top Marks Driving School

Top Marks Driving School

5
From £38/hr10hrs for £380

Grade A instructor with 30 years' experience and an excellent pass rate. £38/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, plus NHS discounts available (£37/hour) and student rates. Under 17s can book the Dunsfold Combo Pack at £210 for 2 hours at the aerodrome track plus 2 hours on the road.

Manual
33 Stanford Way, Broadbridge Heath, Horsham RH12 3LHView school
Jassim Driving School

Jassim Driving School

5
From £37.50/hr

Manual driving lessons from £37.50/hour with a minimum 2-hour booking requirement. Test car hire available for £150/hour, and instructors emphasize personalized, patient instruction focused on building confidence and road safety.

ManualTest car available
3 Lords Cl, Feltham TW13 5LHView school
Price snapshot

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.

Typical
£41
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £30
42
£30–35
151
£35–40
688
£40–45
715
£45–50
264
£50–55
68
£55+
20

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.

46%

Rugby

7,174 tests taken
Women47.9%
Men44.7%
Automatic39.1%

Areas in the United Kingdom