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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Driving lessons in United Kingdom

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TZM Driving School

TZM Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.9(107)95% pass rate
From £43/hr10hrs for £400Save £30

95% pass rate with personalized lessons tailored to individual learning styles and pace. £43/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, plus a comprehensive 35-hour beginner-to-test-ready package at £1575. Test day car hire available for £130 including a 1-hour lesson.

Test car available
45 Holland Rd, Aylesbury HP19 9JWView school
Coventry Driving

Coventry Driving

Manual and automatic

4.9(105)
From £30/hr20hrs for £660

Door-to-door lessons with friendly instructors known for settling nerves and providing detailed feedback on your driving. £60 for a 2-hour tester lesson, or £660 for a 20-hour block. Test car available for your practical exam, plus mock tests included to build confidence before test day.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Coventry CV2 4QZView school
5DayPass

5DayPass

Manual and automatic

4.9(104)
From £35/hrBlock bookings available

£35 per hour for standard lessons or intensive courses from £550 for 10 hours over 3 days up to £1,450 for 30 hours over 7 days. The 5-day intensive course (25 hours for £1,250) is their most popular option, designed to compress learning into one week and help you secure early test dates. One-to-one instruction covers all test skills across three progressive stages, with flexible scheduling including weekday, weekend, and evening availability.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Clay Ln, Birmingham B26 1ETView school
Just4Her Driving School

Just4Her Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.9(103)
From £40/hrBlock bookings available

Established in 2015 with a mission to empower women drivers, Just4Her has helped 500+ students pass their test with a 4.9/5 Google rating. Pay as you go at £40/hour (automatic) or £37/hour (manual), or save with 10, 20, or 30-hour discount packages from £360. Intensive courses and refresher packs also available for those needing a confidence boost.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
Manchester M2 4WUView school
Smart Choice School of Motoring

Smart Choice School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(100)
From £35/hr40hrs for £1,200Save £200

Run by Ismail since 2004, this school emphasizes teaching pupils to drive for life, not just to pass the test. Lessons start at £35/hour with substantial block discounts—10 hours for £320, 40 hours for £1,200—plus motorway lessons at £40/hour and test day car use for £80 including the hour before your test.

IntensiveTest car available
82 Hindley Rd, Westhoughton, Bolton BL5 2JSView school
John Nicholson Driving School

John Nicholson Driving School

Manual

4.9(100)
From £39.50/hr10hrs for £379Save £16

Structured lessons following the DVSA syllabus, with an initial assessment drive to tailor the most cost-effective course for your level. 90-minute lessons at £65 or 2-hour lessons at £79, with block deals from 10 hours (£379) to 40 hours (£1495). One-to-one tuition adapted to build confidence and prepare you for test day.

IntensiveTest car available
Flat 1, 32A Larchfield St, Darlington DL3 7DHView school
Smart Intensive Driving

Smart Intensive Driving

Manual and automatic

4.9(98)95% pass rate
From £45/hr10hrs for £450

95% first-time pass rate with intensive courses designed to get you test-ready in 1-2 weeks. Standard lessons at £40/hour (manual) or £45/hour (automatic), with intensive packages from £240 for 5 hours up to £1,680 for 35 hours, plus flexible financing via Klarna and Payl8r. Rated 4.9 stars, this school specializes in fast-track learning with dedicated instructors, mock tests, and theory support included in every course.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
341 Easterly Rd, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2TSView school
Dylan's Driving School

Dylan's Driving School

Manual

4.9(96)
From £40/hr

Established in 2010 and operating across two locations with stylish Peugeot 308 and Citroën DS3 cars. Lessons are £35-£40 per hour with intensive courses available at the same rate, plus a £110-£135 fee on test day depending on course type. Assessment lessons help tailor your learning plan whether you're a complete beginner, returning driver, or nearly test-ready.

Intensive
1 Abbey Park, Londonderry BT48 9DSView school
Excel School of Motoring

Excel School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(94)
From £37.50/hr12hrs for £420Save £30

Specialist training for less confident learners with patient instructors and structured lessons following the DSA syllabus. £37.50 per hour (2-hour minimum) or £35 per hour in a 12-hour block (£420 total); intensive courses from £710 for 20 hours up to £1500 for 40 hours. Free pick-up from home, work or college, plus free assessment lessons with any booked course.

Intensive
46 Sandringham Rd, Worcester Park KT4 8UJView school
Smart Driver Academy

Smart Driver Academy

Automatic

4.9(94)
From £47/hr10hrs for £470.40

Established since 2004, Peter Scott specialises in automatic driving lessons with an electric car option, catering to learners with dyslexia, dyspraxia, and learning difficulties. £48/hour for weekday lessons, £94 for two hours, with 2-3% discounts on 10+ hour block bookings. Beginner special: 2-hour introductory lesson with the first hour free.

EveningsWeekends
Selby Rd, Whitkirk, Leeds LS15 7AXView school
Calm Driving

Calm Driving

Manual and automatic

4.9(94)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

23 years' experience specialising in nervous drivers with a calm, caring approach that builds confidence on the road. £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £80. Female instructors available, plus Pass Plus courses and an interactive learning app to help you take control of your progress.

Female Instructors
6 Warburton Rd, Poole BH17 8SFView school
Come 2 Drive

Come 2 Drive

Automatic

4.9(94)
From £30/hr10hrs for £435

Pass rate above the national average with a focus on two-hour lessons designed to build real-world skills in realistic traffic conditions. £60 for an introductory lesson, then £90 per two-hour session, or £435 for a 10-hour block—plus you'll use the same dual-control car throughout your course and for your test, giving you confidence on the day. Pick-up and drop-off included, with a 5–10% friend referral discount available.

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
The Stepping Stones, Brislington, Bristol BS4 4EYView school
TopGear Driving School

TopGear Driving School

Automatic

4.9(93)
From £38/hr20hrs for £700Save £60

High first-time pass rates with flexible lesson packages starting at £38/hour, or save with block deals like 10 hours for £360 (£36/hour) and 20 hours for £700 (£35/hour). Patient instructors provide structured lessons across Greater Manchester test centres, with specialist options including Pass Plus courses, motorway lessons, and refresher training to boost confidence before your test.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
Hardy Ln, Manchester M21 7JYView school
Signal Driving School

Signal Driving School

Manual

4.9(92)
From £35/hr

Grade A instructor with 17 years' experience and a track record of excellent pass rates, particularly skilled with nervous drivers. Lessons at £38/hour (1.5-hour and 2-hour options also available), plus a dual-controlled test car supplied for your driving test. Specialises in post-test-failure training, designing targeted lessons to address specific weaknesses.

IntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Quantock Court, Beds, 29 Quantock Cl, Luton LU3 4ESView school
1st-Learn to Drive (Automatic Driving School)

1st-Learn to Drive (Automatic Driving School)

Automatic

4.9(88)
From £40/hr10hrs for £450

Specializing in automatic driving lessons with a calm, professional instructor who's been in the industry since 2002. Trial lessons at £40/hour (2 hours for £80), intensive courses from £450 for 10 hours, and test day car hire at £120 for existing clients. First-time pass testimonials highlight punctuality and confidence-building instruction.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
75 Chestnut Ave, Chatham ME5 9BFView school
Go Driving Bolton

Go Driving Bolton

Manual and automatic

4.9(88)82% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £375Save £25

Duncan achieved a 82% first-time pass rate last year with 34 students passing, bringing decades of local knowledge and patient instruction to every lesson. One-to-one tuition at £40/hour or from £375 for a 10-hour block, with flexible pay-as-you-go options and evening/weekend availability. Martin and Duncan focus on calm, steady progress tailored to nervous beginners, mature learners, and anyone returning to driving after a break.

EveningsWeekends
38 Heaton Ave, Markland Hill, Bolton BL1 5PGView school
Pro-Driver Training

Pro-Driver Training

Manual and automatic

4.9(87)
From £40/hr

The only driving school with an off-road training centre, offering manual lessons from £40/hour and automatic from £42/hour. Intensive courses start at £45/hour with assessment lessons at £90, plus motorway training (approximately 6 hours for £360) and Pass Plus courses also available.

Intensive
Ellough Airfield, Benacre Road, Beccles NR34 7XDView school
Mr L Driving School

Mr L Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.9(87)
From £40/hr10hrs for £375Save £25

Lessons tailored to your learning style, with instructors focused on helping you pass first time. £40/hour for manual or £42.50/hour for automatic lessons, with 10-hour block deals at £375 (manual) or £400 (automatic). Free online theory practice available through Theory Test Pro.

Newmarket Rd, Cambridge CB5 8LNView school
Cambridge School of Motoring

Cambridge School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.9(87)
From £34/hrBlock bookings available

Established since 1989 with a 5.0 Google rating across 46 reviews, this school is known for patient, structured instruction and high first-time pass rates. Lessons start at £35/hour for single sessions, dropping to £34/hour for 1.5 or 2-hour bookings, plus Pass Plus courses and refresher lessons available. Door-to-door service, mock tests, and supporting materials included.

161 North St, Coventry CV2 3FRView school
Driving For Life

Driving For Life

Manual and automatic

4.9(87)
From £40/hr

Competitive pricing with flexible lesson lengths: £40/hour, £60 for 90 minutes, or £80 for 2-hour sessions. Instructors focus on building confidence alongside test preparation, with an emphasis on personalized instruction tailored to individual learning styles. Hundreds of first-attempt passes reported.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Nottingham NG1 2GBView school
Price snapshot

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.

Typical
£40
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £30
56
£30–35
198
£35–40
743
£40–45
741
£45–50
262
£50–55
55
£55+
21

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.

51%

Rugby

6,664 tests taken · typical wait 2½ months
Manual pass rate54.7%
Automatic pass rate43.7%

Areas in the United Kingdom