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
Going2Pass Driving School
Uxbridge-based school offering competitive rates at £38/hour for standard lessons or £70 for two hours, with block booking discounts available. Intensive courses range from 6 to 30 hours with test included (£350–£1,100), ideal for learners at test standard or those needing a quick turnaround. One-to-one tuition tailored to individual needs, with lessons available 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm.
Masterdrive Driving Academy
Instructor with 30 years of ADI experience and a high pass rate, running this school since 1990. Lessons from £20.95/hour with substantial block discounts: 10 hours for £195, 20 hours for £380, or 30 hours for £562. New drivers get 3 free hours when booking 3 lessons (2 hours each), plus Pass Plus courses available at £120 for 6 hours.
Learn to Drive with Alan
Member of The Institute of Advanced Motorists with a passion for road safety and real-world driving skills. Pay as you go at £45/hour (1.5 or 2-hour lessons only) or save with block deals from £440 for 10 hours or £870 for 20 hours. Consistently praised for flexibility, calm teaching style, and helping learners pass first time, including those returning to driving after years away.
Leo Driving School
Flexible block courses from 6 to 46 hours with prices ranging from £225 to £1,725, plus a current 15% discount (up to £250) when you pay upfront. Test car hire available for £150, and motorway courses also on offer. Pay in installments to spread the cost across your chosen package.
South London Driving School
Intensive driving courses let you learn in weeks rather than months, with 2-hour lessons at £50/hour or block deals from £475 for 10 hours. Experienced instructors teach the 'Drive Safe for Life' syllabus, picking you up and dropping you off anywhere across South London and surrounding areas, with flexible scheduling seven days a week.
The Only Way Is Auto
£60 for 1.5-hour lessons or £80 for 2-hour lessons, with 10-hour blocks at £200 and £400 respectively. The only automatic driving school within the M25, run by Graham Watson (an approved instructor for over 12 years who has taught celebrities including Premier League footballers), with an excellent pass rate and one-to-one tuition guaranteed. Test car hire available for £100 including pre-test practice and transport to test centres at Tolworth, Morden, Guildford, and Redhill Aerodrome.
Grand Prix School of Motoring
First-time pass rates delivered through a tailored training programme with an experienced, friendly instructor. £35 per hour for manual lessons, with block booking options available including Pass Plus and motorway tuition. Comprehensive service covering refresher courses, eco driving, and theory test preparation.
Autolearners
Grade A instructor with over 30 years' experience, including training for Swansea City Football Players. £42/hour or £80 for a 2-hour lesson, with a 10-hour block at £385. Price-match guarantee ensures you won't find cheaper rates locally; the school reviews competitors weekly and pledges to beat or match any reputable rival.
Umer Driving School
£35/hour or £320 for 10 hours, with a 20-hour intensive package at £600. Boasting a 95% pass rate across 200+ students and a 4.8 rating from over 5,000 reviews, this school connects learners with 20+ qualified instructors through an online platform where you can browse profiles, read peer reviews, and switch instructors anytime. Test car hire available for your driving test.
PDS Driving School
An outstanding 88% pass rate puts this school in the top 5% nationally, significantly above the 44% average. Specialising in manual lessons only, they emphasise the skill and confidence-building that comes with learning clutch control and gear changes. Single lessons at £48/hour, or block deals from £360 for 10 hours (£36/hour) with flexible scheduling and 24-hour cancellation waiver.
Excel Driving School
Pass rates 40% above the national average with a first-time pass rate 45% higher than average. £35/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, plus £150 test car hire. Free theory tuition included throughout your course, with instructors holding detailed knowledge of local test routes.
Top Learner
£35/hour for automatic or manual lessons, with block deals offering up to 9% savings on 30-hour packages (£960). Test car rental available at £150 for your driving test, plus intensive 12-hour courses at £480 and Pass Plus courses also on offer.
Drive Masters School of Motoring
Competitive block booking deals at £36/hour for 10-hour packages, with 2-hour lessons available at £75. Test car hire includes a pre-test lesson and insurance for £165, plus Pass Plus courses at £300. One-to-one tuition in modern dual-controlled vehicles with free pick-up service.
Gerald Driver Training
Two experienced instructors, Gerald and Zahid, focus on building confident drivers in a calm, supportive environment with dual-control vehicles. Hourly rates start at £46 (£50 after 5pm and weekends), with 1.5-hour and 2-hour options at £69 and £92 respectively; mock tests available for £60 to assess readiness before your test.
Logic School of Motoring
ROSPA-accredited school with 4.9/5 rating from 500+ Yell reviews and a strong track record of first-time passes. £40 per hour or block deals from £380 for 10 hours up to £1,450 for 40 hours, with savings of up to £150. Over 30 instructors fluent in English, Punjabi, Urdu, Hindi, and Farsi, plus early test booking assistance to help secure practical dates ahead of time.
M.S Driving School
An exceptional first-time pass rate backed by an instructor with extensive knowledge of local test routes. Two-hour lessons at £70, with block deals from £330 for 10 hours up to £1,280 for 40 hours. Calm, patient teaching suited to nervous learners.
Follow Us Driving School
57 five-star reviews highlight Jim's patient, methodical teaching style and ability to build confidence from day one. Lessons are 2 hours only at £40/hour, with a selective approach to student intake that prioritises safe, thorough training across country lanes and motorways rather than quick test passes. Using a new Peugeot e208 electric car, this automatic-only school focuses on producing genuinely safe drivers.
ILKER Driving School
Single-instructor school with consistently five-star reviews from students who passed first time with only minor faults. £40 per hour for standard lessons, or £380 for a 10-hour block; motorway lessons at £50 per hour. Includes realistic mock tests before your actual test day, plus Pass Plus courses and intensive courses available on request.
Metro Drive
High first-attempt pass rate with calm, patient instructors who specialise in nervous pupils. £42 per hour with flexible block deals from £84 for 2 hours up to £820 for 20 hours, plus Pass Plus courses available for advanced learners.
Polka Driving School
£46/hour for automatic lessons, or £460 for a 10-hour intensive course completed within a week. Test day car hire costs £150 and includes 60 minutes of tuition, insurance, and examiner cover. Mock tests with a 30-minute lesson are available 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 |