Driving Lessons in United Kingdom
Our directory lists 4,047 driving schools and 11,256 independent driving instructors nationwide. Driving lesson prices range widely, from £14 to £87 per hour, with an average of £39 where schools publish pricing. Automatic driving lessons are available at 1,722 schools, and there are 2,546 independent female driving instructors along with 765 schools that offer female driving instructors. Over 1,600 schools provide intensive courses if you're looking to pass quickly.
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- 4,047
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- independent instructors
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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.
Driving lessons in United Kingdom
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Pedro Loureiro Driving School
Manual
Multilingual instructor fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, and Polish, bringing 18+ years of teaching experience since relocating to Lincolnshire. £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block with 1 hour free, plus test car hire at £90. Emphasis on safe driving for life beyond the test, with an excellent first-time pass rate.
The Helpers Driver Training
Manual and automatic
Zahid specialises in automatic driving lessons using innovative techniques, while the team also offers manual tuition across multiple locations. £40/hour for standard lessons, with 2-hour sessions at £70 (the most popular option) or block deals from £380 for 10 hours and £750 for 20 hours. Test day car hire available, plus intensive courses and refresher training for those transitioning from right-hand drive countries.
BNM School of Automatic Driving
Automatic
83% pass rate across over 4,500 intensive courses, with £80 for a two-hour lesson. Mock tests and emergency test car hire available for learners preparing for their test at Mitcham, Morden, Tolworth, or West Wickham centres. Students consistently praise the patient, supportive instructors who help nervous learners feel comfortable and confident on the road.
NOE-L Driving School
Manual
NOE-L offers a new driver special: first 5 hours at just £30/hour, then £35/hour for full-time students or £37/hour for standard learners. Block deals provide additional savings, with 10-hour packages at £340 (students) or £360 (standard), plus refresher courses tailored for anxious, nervous, or returning drivers.
Shane's Driving School
Automatic
15 years' experience teaching learners across a wide spectrum of abilities, with a flexible approach that adapts to different learning styles. Automatic lessons in a fully electric Hyundai Kona at £67 for 1.5 hours or £420 for a 10-hour block, with theory support also available.
6S Driving School
Manual and automatic
A senior East London driving school with experienced instructors achieving strong first-time pass rates through extensive learner engagement. Single lessons from £35 per hour for manual or £36 for automatic, with 10-hour block deals at £350 and £360 respectively; test day costs £160 including pre-test tuition and car hire across nine local test centres. Intensive courses available from £250 for 5 lessons up to £1,195 for 40 lessons, plus Pass Plus modules at £200.
StartnDrive
Manual and automatic
Over 21 years in Eastbourne with consistently high first-time pass rates well above the national average. Learner-centred approach gives you control over your progress, with lessons from £39/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block; new learners can book their first 2 hours for just £60.
Drive Instead
Automatic
Affordable automatic driving lessons across East London and Essex with a patient, experienced instructor focused on safety and comfort. £35/hour for refresher lessons, or £330 for a 10-hour block package; test day car hire available for £150.
Pass 1st Time (Or 2nd)
Manual
Ian Clark holds a Fleet Assessment Licence, HGV Class 2 Licence, and ADR Licence for carrying dangerous goods, bringing diverse professional driving experience to his instruction. Lessons cost £34 per hour with 2-hour sessions (10-12 lessons total), or £288 for the complete intensive course. A student review highlights his ability to build confidence quickly, with one learner progressing from 2nd gear to main roads in just 2 hours after struggling with a previous instructor.
Aisha Driving School
Automatic
Flexible automatic driving lessons from £28/hour, with 2-hour sessions at £56 and intensive courses starting at £550 for 7 hours (including test car hire). Patient instructors focus on building confidence and safe driving habits, with tailored packages for beginners, test preparation, and refresher courses across multiple areas.
BK Driving Tuition
Automatic
Bill brings 21 years of professional driving instruction experience, having worked his entire career around the road, from HGV driving to approved instructor status since 2003. Lessons start at £25/hour for beginners, with 2-hour sessions available for added confidence, plus Pass Plus courses at £300 for 6 hours and motorway refresher lessons at £55/hour. Multiple five-star reviews highlight his patience with anxious drivers and ability to help learners pass first time, with test car use available for £125 including a warm-up lesson beforehand.
Muzaf Driving School
Manual and automatic
Flexible block deals from £25 for 5 hours up to £150 for 50 hours, with no hidden charges and a high pass rate across hundreds of satisfied customers. Patient, experienced instructors including female tutors deliver one-to-one training in modern dual-brake vehicles. Reviews highlight their clear teaching methods and ability to build confidence in nervous learners.
AAC Driving School
Manual
Instructor since 2003 with over 15 years of teaching experience and hundreds of successful test passes. New learners get the first three hours at £30/hour, making it an affordable entry point before standard rates apply. Focus on building both road knowledge and confidence so you feel genuinely ready to drive independently after passing.
Intuition School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
A Grade instructor with 16 years' experience and a 76.2% pass rate (UK average 48.7%), achieving 100% passes in January 2026 with just 3.1 faults per test on average. Specialises in learners with dyslexia and dyspraxia, using 1.5-hour lessons in a VW Polo with dual controls. £65 per 1.5-hour lesson, or £540 for a 10-lesson block (15 hours at £36/hour equivalent); Pass Plus courses also available at £235 for six hours across three sessions.
Lumi's Driving School
Manual and automatic
Excellent first-time pass rate with one-to-one tuition and no car sharing. Manual lessons from £48/hour or £470 for 10 hours; automatic from £50/hour or £485 for 10 hours. Complete beginners get 2 hours for £85 (manual) or £90 (automatic), plus a money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied.
The Highway Driving School
Manual and automatic
East London-based school offering lessons from £34/hour, with a 10-hour block deal at £350. Trial lessons available at £70 for 2 hours, plus test car hire for £150 (including 1-hour lesson) and Pass Plus courses at £240. Most students come through personal recommendation after passing their test with the school.
City Learners Driving School
Manual and automatic
Multilingual instructor trained with the AA who adapts lessons to individual learning styles, with a strong track record of first-time passes. £55/hour for 2-hour lessons, or £52/hour in 10-hour blocks (£520) and 20-hour blocks (£1,000), plus £220 for test car hire. An introductory offer of £104 for your first 2 hours makes it easy to start.
Phil Mason Driving
Manual
£40/hour for single lessons or £38/hour as part of a 10-hour block at £380. With 30 years of driving experience since 1988, this instructor prioritises teaching safe, considerate driving for life rather than just test-passing techniques. You'll have the same instructor throughout your course with no shared lesson time, plus Pass Plus courses available for newly qualified drivers.
Advance Driving Skills
Manual and automatic
92% first-time pass rate with lessons at £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block. One-to-one instruction focuses on transforming learners into safe, confident drivers through flexible, intensive courses, with Pass Plus training also available at £200 for 6 hours.
Ladydrive Driving School Ltd
Manual
£68 for 1.5-hour lessons or £90 for 2-hour sessions with an experienced female instructor offering 22 years of teaching experience and an excellent pass rate. Theresa provides one-to-one tuition in a calm, professional manner, with no car sharing and door-to-door service across the local area. Pass Plus courses 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 £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 2076 driving schools in United Kingdom.
Intensive courses in United Kingdom
Want to pass fast?
1,623 United Kingdom schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
United Kingdom Test Centres and Pass Rates
Rugby is about as average as a test centre gets. Its pass rate of 51% is right alongside the national figure of 50%, and a typical wait for a test is about 2½ months.