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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Dans School of Motoring

Dans School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.9(63)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

15 years of professional bus and coach driving experience, now teaching safe, practical driving rather than test-focused lessons. £42/hour for manual or £47/hour for automatic, with 10-hour blocks at £390 (manual) or £440 (automatic). Intensive courses from £542 to £2,312 include test car usage and weekday test fees.

IntensiveTest car available
10 Connaught Rd, Ipswich IP1 5LGView school
Life Skills Driving School

Life Skills Driving School

Manual

4.9(63)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Instructor with 15 years of motor racing experience and advanced driver qualification from the Institute of Advanced Motorists, now teaching at Goodwood Motor Circuit. Standard 2-hour lessons at £40/hour (£80 per session), with 10-hour blocks at £380 and 20-hour blocks at £750; specialist motorway sessions also available at £90 for 2 hours. Emphasis on real-world road variety and safety preparation, particularly for young drivers.

EveningsWeekends
47 Bridgemary Rd, Gosport PO13 0UHView school
Aumdrivingschool

Aumdrivingschool

Manual

4.9(61)
From £32.50/hr10hrs for £315Save £10

Known for a calm, patient teaching style that puts nervous learners at ease quickly. £35/hour for standard lessons or £65 for 2-hour sessions; new customers get 10 hours for £315 (normally £325). Test day car hire is £110 including pre-test tuition, vehicle loan with insurance, and debrief.

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
39 Yardley Rd, Birmingham B27 6HGView school
The Edwards Driving School

The Edwards Driving School

Manual

4.9(60)85% pass rate
From £40/hrBlock bookings available

85% pass rate in 2020, significantly above the local test centre average of 62%. Lessons at £40/hour with a relaxed, patient teaching style that treats mistakes as learning opportunities. Available 7 days a week whenever daylight permits, making it easy to fit lessons around your schedule.

EveningsWeekends
High St, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 8RTView school
Youngs Driving Excellence

Youngs Driving Excellence

Manual

4.9(59)
From £43/hrBlock bookings available

Grade A instructor with 14 years' experience, known for a patient, relaxed teaching style that builds confidence in nervous learners. Lessons at £43/hour, £64 for 1.5 hours, or £86 for 2 hours, with intensive courses available on request. Pass Plus and motorway lessons also offered for newly qualified drivers.

Intensive
37 Alma St, Falkirk FK2 7HDView school
Automatic Annie Driving School

Automatic Annie Driving School

Automatic

4.9(59)
From £45/hr

Grade A female instructor with over 20 years' teaching experience, established since 2000 and known for exceptional customer satisfaction. Two-hour lessons at £90, with Pass Plus courses (6 hours, £290) and motorway lessons (£100) also available. Home pick-up and drop-off included, with flexible scheduling tailored to each learner's pace and goals.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
60 Wyncliffe Gardens, Moortown, Leeds LS17 6HBView school
Drive 4 Pass

Drive 4 Pass

Manual and automatic

4.9(58)
From £32.50/hr10hrs for £300Save £25

£35/hour or £300 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £65 to accelerate progress. Blue light and student discounts available (£5 off 2-hour lessons). Multi-award-winning school emphasizing faster learning through longer lessons and tailored instruction for each learner.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Cook St, Rochdale OL16 2LZView school
Durham Driving School

Durham Driving School

Manual

4.9(58)
From £35/hr10hrs for £350

Experienced instructors with a high pass rate deliver personalised tuition tailored to each learner's needs. £35/hour for 2-hour lessons, or save with block deals starting at £350 for 10 hours. Flexible scheduling around work and college, plus a free app to track progress and manage bookings.

EveningsWeekends
Barley Mow, 56 Northumberland Pl, Birtley, Chester-le-Street DH3 2ARView school
Confidence School of Motoring

Confidence School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(55)
From £37/hr10hrs for £365Save £5

£37 per hour on weekdays or £365 for a 10-hour block, with weekend lessons at £40/hour. Over 22 years' experience with a 99% satisfaction rate and 2,800+ learners trained, this school focuses on building genuine road confidence through patient, one-to-one instruction at a pace that suits you.

EveningsWeekends
55 New Bank Rd, Blackburn BB2 6JLView school
Genesis School of Motoring

Genesis School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(55)
From £30/hr10hrs for £300

Grade B instructor with 17+ years' experience and a 4.9 Google rating, specialising in manual lessons for beginners and nervous drivers. Lessons from £30 per hour, or £300 for a 10-hour block package (saving £50). Immediate starts available with a high first-time pass rate.

EveningsWeekends
26 New Park Pl, Farsley, Pudsey LS28 5TXView school
AJ's Driving Academy

AJ's Driving Academy

Manual

4.9(55)
From £40/hr20hrs for £750Save £50

Single instructor school focused on keeping learners calm and confident throughout their lessons. £40/hour for standard lessons, or £80 for double lessons (marked as most popular), with block deals from £230 for 6 hours up to £750 for 20 hours. Intensive courses available for those looking to pass quickly.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
41 Ince Ave, Crosby, Liverpool L23 7XEView school
Bexley Driving Academy

Bexley Driving Academy

Manual

4.9(55)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

A high first-time pass rate school with a patient, friendly instructor known for a fresh coaching approach and tailored support. Standard lessons are £40/hour or £58 for 90 minutes, with a 10-hour block at £380, intensive courses from 10 to 40 hours (£950–£2,600) include fast-tracked test booking on the final day.

Intensive
11 Glebelands, Dartford DA1 4RYView school
Drivewise School of Motoring

Drivewise School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(55)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

19 years' experience with a high pass rate and Pass Plus approval. £35/hour in Zone 1 with a price lock guarantee until you pass, or £340 for a 10-hour block. Lessons in a clean, modern car with dual controls, theory test prep included, and local knowledge of test routes.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Speaks Punjabi, Urdu
6 Priory Chase, Nelson BB9 0NTView school
OMARI Automatic Driving School

OMARI Automatic Driving School

Automatic

4.9(54)
From £30/hr10hrs for £330

Automatic-only driving school with flexible block deals ranging from £180 for 5 hours to £1,550 for 50 hours, plus test day car hire at £100. Intensive courses available across 2–8 week options, with home pickups and weekend/evening availability. 24/7 online booking and phone support.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
63 Parkfield Ave, Farnworth, Bolton BL4 9PZView school
DriveCraft

DriveCraft

Manual

4.9(54)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

DriveCraft stands out for instructors like Bogdan and Chikko, who consistently help learners pass first time with minimal hours (one student passed with zero faults, another in just 30 hours). Reviews highlight their calm, patient approach and ability to transform nervous learners into confident drivers. Lessons start at £40/hour with substantial block discounts: 10 hours for £380, 20 hours for £740, or 40 hours for £1,440.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
39 Gold St, Northampton NN1 1RSView school
Richard Perry School of Motoring

Richard Perry School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(53)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Grade A instructor with 20 years' experience and a 5-star Google rating, known for working particularly well with nervous and unconfident drivers. Lessons at £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, plus Pass Plus courses available at £250 to help reduce insurance premiums.

Cyril Rd, Worcester WR3 8JPView school
Nolan School of Motoring

Nolan School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(53)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

£40/hour or £390 for 10 hours, with a Grade A instructor who spent over a decade as an HGV driver and trainer. All lessons take place in a BMW MINI, and you'll get access to a comprehensive YouTube channel covering test routes, manoeuvres, and theory test prep—past students consistently praise these videos for accelerating their progress. Pass Plus courses available at £250.

107 Lloyd St, Heaton Norris, Cheshire, Stockport SK4 1NQView school
Go Driving

Go Driving

Manual

4.9(52)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

Established over 15 years ago and run by Andrew Lloyd, an ADI with 25+ years' experience and an LGV background. £42/hour or £80 for 2-hour lessons, with 5×2-hour blocks at £390—plus Pass Plus courses from £264. Motorway confidence-building and structured theory tuition included, having trained over 10,000 drivers.

Whitecross Rd, Hereford HR4 0LTView school
Sophie's Driving Skool

Sophie's Driving Skool

Automatic

4.9(52)94% pass rate
From £42/hr10hrs for £400Save £20

94% first-time pass rate—nearly double the national average. Automatic lessons at £42/hour or £400 for 10 hours, with no surcharges for evenings, weekends, or test days. Flexible pickup from home, school, or work, and parents or carers can accompany you.

EveningsWeekendsFemale InstructorsTest car available
Wellington Rd, Watford WD17 1QUView school
Eazy Drive School of Motoring

Eazy Drive School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.9(52)
From £30/hr

Led by Imran Zaman with over 15,000 positive reviews, Eazy Drive has built a reputation for high pass rates across thousands of successful learners. Lessons start from £30/hour with flexible scheduling seven days a week, including evenings and weekends, plus home pick-up and drop-off available. Mock tests, theory support, and knowledge of local test routes help you prepare thoroughly for your test.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
283 Goodyers End Ln, Bedworth CV12 0HXView 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